The perfect outing in the month of March is some Irish music and dance. The Red Hatters wore green on St Patrick’s Day.
We drove into Sioux Falls, stopping at Marlins for an enjoyable meal. To our surprise, at the cash register we were told someone ahead of us had paid our complete charge. Luck of the Irish?
Next, we drove to the Court House Museum where hours of free Irish music were being played. We were able to hear an ensemble of instruments with a vocal soloist. Of course, the bag pipes and drums performed dressed in their kilts. One member explained the workings of a bag pipe.
A crowd of 500 from Sioux Falls and the surrounding communities appreciated the great music by "Maggie in the Meantime," featuring guitar, violin, piccolo, and keyboard, with many Irish songs. Also receiving many hands clapping was the Dakota District Bag Pipers, which were organized in 1998.
Last girls of all ages from SD Celtic Steps danced as taught by their instructor. They were dressed in their special performing clothes. It was another fun outing.
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-submitted by Mary Dorsman with additional information from Margie Martens.
