Lynne taught literature in Irish schools and they were aware that step-dancing and music were only a small part of the whole Irish culture. Irish poets, writers and storytellers have also left a host of material to the world. In fact, Ireland has produced four Nobel prize winners for literature including most recently, Seamus Heaney. Her people excel at both pathos and humour. He believes they have captured this spirit in A Song for Ireland.
Talented performers weave a spell of enchantment on their audience.
The performers, mostly of Celtic descent, live on Vancouver Island and have honed their skills since early childhood. Ken Hall, Music Director, is best known for his performing and teaching. Nancy Pounder, who directs the dance, trained at the Dolores Gaynor School in Victoria and has competed internationally at the world Irish dance championships. In fact, all the performers are well known in Victoria, not only for their music, dance and theatrical skills but also as teachers are keen to pass on their craft. They dance, act, narrate, sing and play bodhrans, guitars, fiddle, flutes, whistles, spoons, Scottish small pipes and double bass.