On Friday April 26 as part of the Kilfenora Traditional Music Festival 2024 (7.30pm, at Kilfenora Community Hall) we will celebrate talented young dancers and musicians, and feature the dance schools of two notable dance teachers.
Aibhin Ní Chodhlán is a highly successful step-dance teacher and accomplished dancer from Kilfenora. Pupils at her Céim ar Chéim School of Sean Nós dance regularly compete at the top level, frequently emerging as winners at competitions such as at the Oireachtas na Samhna and Fleadh Cheoil. She and her pupils have performed with the celebrated Kilfenora Céilí Band on multiple occasions. Mark Burke and Fintan McMahon will provide the music.
Karine Luçon from Brittany leads the Avalon Celtic Dance company, which celebrates its 20th year in 2024. She is also a principal dance teacher at the Nantes Irish Dancing Academy. She has taught Irish dancing since 1995 – including many workshops in Clare – and was the first French dancer to attain TMRF céilí dance accreditation from the Irish Dancing Commission (CLRG). Her troupes perform at major festivals and feature Irish dance world champions. An expert bodhran player as well as dancer, she has played in many bands as well as performing with her dance troupes.
Music accompaniment will be provided by her son Francois Luçon (uillean pipes) and 3 young local musicians – Caiomhe McMahon (fiddle), Eva Kenny (flute) and Ada Kenny (concertina). Dancers performing on the night include Ashley O’Toole, Celine Bart and Justin McGuire.
There will be additional musical contributions featuring local talent, including Rachel Reid and her music pupils.
This is a not-for-profit concert, just seeking to cover costs. Ticket prices are just €10 and €5 for under-12s. Tickets are available on the door. Come promptly to be sure to get in!
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