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Next Monthly Meeting:
A Musical Performance by the Celtic Singers!
Friday, January 9
7 PM
at the Memorial Hall of
the First Unitarian Church
3701 Carlisle Blvd NE
For our first meeting of the New Year, we will be entertained by The Celtic Singers of New Mexico, a no-audition group based in Albuquerque. The group was formed over 25 years ago with the mission to preserve Celtic culture through history and song. Their repertoire consists of over a hundred songs, many sung in dialect (phonetically) of the endangered languages of Gaelic, Gàidhlig, Welsh, Manx, Doric, as well as Broad Scots and English. Performances often include tidbits of Celtic lore and history.
The Celtic Singers perform at retirement homes, Burns' Suppers, Renaissance Faires, Celtic Festivals, and the ABQ Folk Festival. They also demonstrate the ancient process of “waulking the wool,” whereby raw, woven fabric is made stronger, colorfast, and water resistant. They welcome singers of all ages and skill levels. Membership is free and comes with costume pieces, music, and admission to local festivals where they are performing. Instrumental musicians are welcome as well. Rehearsals are currently held on the second and fourth Sundays of each month from 2 to 4 PM at the ABQ Peace and Justice Center, 202 Harvard SE. Contact Daryl Fuller at celticsingersnm@gmail.com for more information.
Coffee, tea, and water provided.
Please bring a sweet or salty snack to share!
Céad Mile Fáilte!
The Irish-American Society of New Mexico, based in Albuquerque, NM, wishes you a hundred thousand welcomes to our site!