Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series featuring Irish musician, podcast host, tour guide, arts manager, and bestselling author Tara Connaghan.

Based in Ireland, Tara specializes in a topic that many musicians quietly wonder about but rarely talk about — the unspoken etiquette of Irish traditional music sessions.

Irish sessions are a cornerstone of traditional music culture, where musicians gather in pubs and community spaces to share tunes. But for newcomers, visitors, and adult learners, the unwritten rules can be confusing.

Through her work and her platform Session Etiquette, Tara helps musicians understand the subtle social and musical dynamics of sessions so they can participate with confidence, respect, and musical sensitivity.

Her guidance helps players avoid common missteps and instead enjoy welcoming, authentic traditional music experiences.

In this episode we discuss:

The hidden rules of Irish music sessions
How newcomers can join a session respectfully
The culture and traditions behind session playing
Advice for traveling musicians visiting Ireland
Why musical etiquette matters in folk traditions

This is a fascinating conversation about culture, community, and the living tradition of Irish music.

🌐 Learn more about Tara and session etiquette:
https://www.sessionetiquette.com/

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