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Rhythm of the Dance Music CD Now Released
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Featuring some of the best loved music from 10 years of
Rhythm of the Dance.
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 The
energy and quality of Rhythm of the Dance has meant that
it is repeatedly rebooked in most territories in which it
has performed, Touring for some forty weeks a year with
a live band, three tenors and some 22 dancers be sure to
experience the passion of Rhythm of the Dance when it plays
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Rhythm of the Dance
The Story |
The Story
For decades, the celtic clans of Leinster and Ulster were
at war. These once peaceful people, were driven into battle
by their rulers lust for land and power. Following the
last great battle of their time, both rulers stood no
more. With the Emerald Isle left in ruins, two great celtic
warriors now stand to rebuild what is lost. As the new
generation comes to power, with them comes a glimmer of
hope, the hope that one day, the Emerald Isle shall stand
united and peace shall reign over our lands once more.
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Act
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Rhythm Of The Dance
Frozen in time, our journey begins. We pick up as two young
celtic warriors, Niamh of Ulster and Eoin of Leinster, meet
to discuss the future of their clans.
This is the first encounter that the two celtic clans have
had since the passing of the old rulers. They beat the floor
in question and answer until all terms are discussed and an
agreement is made. As the beat of the drum echoes through
their hearts, all is still and the Rhythm of the Dance begins.
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Medley
Phil the Fluthers Ball, Elieen Og, Trotting to the Fair.
As the gods of the celts look down from above, they send three
guardians of peace to watch over Naoimh and Eoin. Their heavenly
voices soothe the fieriest of tempers, keeping evil forces
at bay.
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Leinsters
Lord
The ladies of Leinster arise and take to the floor. They dance
with such beauty and grace, they immediately draw the attention
of near by men who join them in dance. The men beat the sound
of an Irish foot to a Spanish rhythm. They show their strength
and fighting ability through intricate step and win the hearts
of the ladies of Leinster. Back from battle, Eoin soon arrives
followed by the rest of his troupes. They come together in
celebration of new life through music and dance.
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Lightning
Strikes
As night quickly approaches, a storm brews over head. The
beat of the drum followed by the sweet song of the violin
breaks the sense of tension. Eoin guides his celts away to
safety. As he does so, the musicians play into the night,
wishing them well on their journey.
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The
Drill-Boys
A Capella
Day breaks. Eoin and his men are busy perfecting their skills.
Who knows what dangers lie ahead. If they hope to form an
alliance with Ulster, they must be strong, a force to be reckoned
with.
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Mystical
Maiden And The Warriors Of Ulster
Pipe Lament
A lone piper plays in the distance. The sound of his pipes
carried on the wind. A mystical maiden hears the piper and
replies to his call. It is a warning, trouble is near. She
quickly summons the warriors of Ulster to help battle these
evil spirits. Through her quick hand and skilled dance, the
spirits finally retreat leaving the warriors to fight another
day.
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Celtic
Rhythm
The guardians of peace see the attack on Ulster. They return
to ensure that the evil spirts are truly gone and the balance
of harmony is again restored.
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Medley
The Star of County Down, The Kerry Dances.
After the threat to the Kingdom of Ulster, Niamh requests
yet another meeting with Eoin. They have been in regular contact
since their first encounter and through the dance their relationship
moves to higher ground. An alliance is agreed and as they
leave together, Eoin orders some of his troops to escort them
to Ulster, where they are to defend Niamhs Kingdom. |
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Act 2
A New Dawn
With the passing of time, Niamh and Eoin unite as one
and new hope is restored to the people of the Emerald
Isle. In celebration, Niamh along with her ladies, dance
gracefully in jig time. Eoin and his men soon up the tempo
and show their appreciation by dancing a reel for the
ladies. In celebration of their union both clans join
and unite in the festivities.
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Medley
Carrickfergus, Mary from Dungloe, Molly Malone
The guardians of peace also join the festivities and sing
a medley to mark the occasion. Their voices evoke faith and
inspiration in all who hear them.
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The
Awakening
With daybreak comes a new challenge for the celtic warriors.
With news of the alliance spreading quickly, evil forces from
the dark lands awaken and make their move attacking from the
sea. Eoin leads the first defensive attack followed by Niamh
and her army. Together they are strong enough to send the
enemy fleeing. Eoin regroups and with his men, set sail to
the dark lands to finally rid themselves of this evil.
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The
Session
As Irish music permeates the night air, the ladies of Ireland,
feeling safe and secure decide to step it out and celebrate
the magic and energy of the traditional Irish music being
played.
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The
Beat Of The Boudhran
The celts encounter yet another evil in this act. With Eoin
and his men away at sea, a dark Lord casts a spell over Niamhs
Kingdom. Through the beat of the bodhran, he plans to seduce
Niamh and take the Kingdom as his own. As he uses the instrument
to battle the dancer, all who lose to it will fall under his
spell. Two of Niamhs guards try to fight the dark Lord but
he is too powerful so she sends them away to seek aid. Through
fast intricate step dance she battles the dark Lord. His spell
is so strong that Niamh finds herself becoming consumed within
it. She's suddenly reminded of her love for Eoin and fights
to regain control. With one final step, the spell is broken
and the dark lord defeated.
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Danny
Boy
The guardians of peace sense trouble over the horizon and
return to watch over the land. They sing of a warrior long
past, reminding us of the lives of loved ones lost through
war. Their words echo through the midnight air and send a
chill on the wind.
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The
Calm Before The Storm
Niamh lies restless. She rises and looks out onto a stormy
sea. In the distance, through storm and rain, Niamh sees a
ship and awakens her ladies. As they rise and rush to shore,
they realise it's one of their ships, their men are returning.
As the waves crash against the ship, the men, exhausted from
battle, fight with all their might to keep the ship afloat.
Through the storm, far in the distance they can see home.
With a renewed strength and even stronger conviction the Celts
battle the tides to reach their destination where Niamh and
her ladies wait for them, protecting the Emerald Isle.
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Celebrating
The Emerald Isle
With the troops back safely, and evil defeated the musicians
play on into the small hours of the morning in celebration
of their troops safe return to the Emerald Isle.
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Celtic
Warriors
As two Celtic clans unite to become one, they celebrate the
completion of their journey. They have reached their final
destination, they have battled and won against evil spirits
and higher gods. The sheer magic within the Rhythm of the
Dance, has guided them to their final destination. This, the
most precious and mystical of lands, known as the Emerald
Isle, finds peace once more
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The
Journey's End
With an unbridled passion powered by the joy of retuning home
the troupe preforms one final set. They lose themselves completely
in the Rhythm of the Dance. Their journey is complete, their
hardships over. They are home, they are free….
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Austria,
Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Belarus, Canada, China, Croatia,
Denmark, Egypt, England, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,
Holland, India, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Northern Ireland, Norway,
Palestine' Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Singapore,
Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand,
Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, U.S.A. |
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