Jim I have been around Ireland a long time and the upsurge in traditional music from the 1960s has been amazing.
I have been to lots of Scors the music and arts competition run by the GAA and seen and heard young people who have by far exceeded their elders in all aspects of musical skills.
I have talked to people who took part in Fleadhs in the 1960s and they graciously conceded that they wouldn`t stand a chance with the young competitors, what does this tell you?, it certainly convinces me that our music is going in the right direction.
Jim how long have you lived in Ireland?, picking holes in all and sundry seems to be a favourite past time of yours, brighten up Jim you will be an old curmudgeon soon enough.