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I had a long interesting discussion with a friend through email. And at one point we talked about the feeling of ‘getting old’. This is not about biological age or being jaded. It’s a feeling when one acquires an understanding of the world as one reaches a certain point in life.When one takes pleasure at the simplicity and quietude of things .

When one listens to ‘quiet’ music, it is always a sort of joke for others. Just because one is contented with life does not mean that he lacks something . Media is always telling us to be somebody else. I know that. I have been through that. But I tell you, old is the new young.

That’s why New Age or Traditional musicians occupy my personal hall of fame. I have nothing against pop singers. I don’t think they are making awful music. It just simply means that they are singing ‘accessible ‘ music that a lot of the population can relate too. When music touches you in a certain way then you become a fan of the performer. Nothing wrong with that. Nothing wrong either if you love Arabic scales. I think variety is the spice of life. The more differences the more excitement.

I have nothing against Metal bands either. What I am against are people who think that only one form of music is important. I am against people who think that just because they love Freddie Mercury or John Lennon, they have the right to discredit other artists. And why is it that Mike Oldfield did not make it to the Billboard’s top 100 best guitarist? I think he is the best.

When Rock music was young it thought it could change the world. Then it became huge and very successful even becoming more corporate. Now the essence is lost. It’s just about being famous and ‘cool’. We have to remember that it’s the same establishment that put Britney Spears on the cover of Rolling Stones and call it rock!

Next time people laugh at you for being different , just don’t mind them. You know you are special because you don’t like what the rest of the world likes. Seek pleasure in your individuality and follow the beat of your own drum. To quote from Sting’s An Englishman in New York: Be yourself, no matter what they say.

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April 10:

After the success of last year, comes the second season of the TEA-CEILIS!

What is Tea-Ceili?
Is a monthly meeting organized by the Irish Dance Troupe “Celtic Argentina”, which aims to spend an afternoon of Irish culture! From 16:00 am to 17:00 pm, will enjoy a tea with homemade cakes, and from 17:00 pm to 19:00 pm will be time to get up and go dancing with all participants Ceilis!

What are Ceilis?
The act of dancing together (rounds, online and progressive lines), introduced in Ireland by the Normans around the 12 th century and were revived by the Gaelic League (Gaelic League) between 1920 and 1930. It was then that they adopted the current structure, with hands at sides, toes, rapid turns and movements, both in steps and in transfers, and implemented regulations to continue in competition.

Do I need prior knowledge?
NO! Anyone can come one afternoon and dance! There is no age limit! We will teach the dances, there is no excuse for not encouraged. Assembly members and students of the School “Celtic Argentina” are always willing to help.

Animate!

The hope of all!

Ceil tea APRIL
Sunday April 10
16:00 am to 17:00 pm – Tea
17:00 pm to 19:00 pm – Ceili Class

Fahy Club
Belgrano.

Input:
Adults – $ 25 .-
Includes Free Tea (Food and Drink)
Discounts for Children, Families, Students and Alumni Celtic Argentina

To reserve space send an e-mail, indicate number of guests to:
info@celticargentina.com

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