Interview: Celtic Woman

18/12/2025 11 min
Interview: Celtic Woman

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KGNU’s Rodger Hara speaks with Mairéad Carlin of Celtic Woman from her home in Derry ahead of the group’s North American Christmas Symphony Tour and their upcoming performance in Denver. Carlin reflects on rejoining Celtic Woman after the pandemic, her long history performing in Colorado, including multiple appearances at Red Rocks, and the special connection she feels with Denver, where members of her family live. The conversation explores the group’s newly released Christmas album, which blends Irish-language songs, reimagined Celtic Woman classics, rich vocal harmonies, and new musical influences while honoring the ensemble’s roots. Carlin also shares insights into performing at altitude, her creative process, and the evolving sound of Celtic Woman as they look toward the future with new members and renewed energy (November 26, 2025).