History of Irish Music and Dance (1994)

Sub-Genres - World History  |   Run Time - 113 min.  |   MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis by Alice Duncan

In this program, the traditions and styles of Irish melodies, instruments, songs, and dances are traced from medieval times to the present day, with special consideration given to Irish influence on contemporary American music. Interviews and film clips are included, with featured performances by such artists as the Irish Brigade, Boiled in Lead, the Trinity Dance Company, the Makem Brothers, Thomas Makem, Peter Yeates, and Brian Sullivan.

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concert, dance [art], Ireland