Ceili or ceilidh or ceílí or cilydd. No matter how the word is spelled or pronounced, the events are similar: an evening of community connection through participatory dance, singing, music, and storytelling that has roots in the Celtic and Gaelic cultures of many countries.

This fall and winter season, Rogue World Music’s is diving into musical traditions from throughout Great Britain, including our own Ceili Community Music Party on Sunday, November 4th. Opening our Step We Gaily season, this fun social event is based on traditional Scottish and Irish ceilidhs. Co-hosted with Brooke Friendly of the Ashland Country Dancers, this party is part variety show, part audience participation. Our ceili gathering includes:

• Music by the Corner Boys

• Dancing performances by the Misty Mountain Cloggers & students from Crater Renaissance Academy

• Performances by the Rogue World Ensemble

• Storytelling

• Dance instruction

• Sing-alongs

All aspects of the evening are family-friendly, and children are welcome. No admission is required, but a suggested donation of $5-20 is appreciated.

Continuing on, our fall/winter season includes a number of opportunities to experience the lovely  music of the Celtic lands. Lift your voice and a glass at our next pub sing; support young artists exploring traditional dance at a showcase; be carried away by haunting harmonies in our RWE Step We Gaily concert; and let the richness of these musical traditions carry you on a joyful journey to many lands.