The set dance derived from the schools of the dancing masters. They are sets of steps or figures. In Kerry a dance known as a slide is popular as are polkas. In addition to these dances one must not forget the waltz which is a very popular dance in pubs and at social occasions. The ceili is centrally a dance event however, other activities such as storytelling and community meals are associated with it as well.
Dancing is popular wherevere people gather.
The cake dance was a dance competition at which the winner received the prize of a cake donated by the local pub at the crossroads. This week I have picked two local musicians who frequently are heard locally playing Irish dance music. Brendan Mulvihill- FiddleBrendan Mulvihill was born in 1954. His roots in Irish music run deep. Brendan's grandmother, Bridget Flynn, was a fiddler, and her brothers were all musicians as well.