Sep 28, 2023 · In the early years of the 20th Century, Ceili bands and Orchestras vied for the hearts of Irish dancers. Of course, orchestras tended to be more refined and sophisticated, sporting tuxedos and reading sheet music, while the Ceili bands were more raucous, casual, and more "rural" in nature.

Céilí bands are a relatively new phenomenon, gaining popularity in the first half of the 20th century, playing solely for Irish dancing. The first céilí was organised in 1897 in London by the Gaelic League.

Irish céilí is a participatory social event attended by both men and women and accompanied by live Irish traditional music. The dance emerged within cultural nationalist consciousness as during the late 19th and early 20th century traditions promoting nationalist agendas, and national identities were regarded as not culturally unified.

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One such icon, Ireland’s oldest Céilí Band, was born a century ago in the tiny village of Kilfenora. The bands latest show, Sparks Will Fly, promises an exhilarating blend of traditional Irish music, song, dance and stagecraft.

'The Reel of Bogie' Set, from the Kilfenora Céilí Band performance at Glór in Ennis. Featuring the West Clare Dance Set. Part of the Fleadh Nua Festival, thi...

Instruments played in a céilí band usually include the button accordion, fiddle, concertina, flute, banjo and drums. Check out Ireland Roots for researching your Irish Family History.

Hailing from County Mayo, we are a traditional Irish céilí band who celebrate the joy of music and community. Explore our traditional Irish céilí music, purchase our album, and connect with us for gigs and events.

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