September 18, 2025Studia Celtica PosnaniensiaOpen Access

Irish-language sean-nós song as a resource in sociolinguistic research

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Seán-nós song provides unique insights into accent perception and language ideologies within Irish-language contexts.
The exploration of this genre highlights under-researched areas in sociolinguistics, especially regarding linguistic authenticity and output.
This research combines linguistic analysis with cultural artefacts, emphasizing the importance of song in heritage language revitalisation efforts.
Further investigation into sean-nós can aid in understanding language attitudes while preserving cultural heritage through music.

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Analysis reveals the role of sean-nós song in accent perception and sociolinguistic attitudes in Irish culture.

James Foran (2025) studied this question.

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