Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Celtic Music with Laura MacKenzie! Yes, the Laura MacKenzie from Northfield!

       Laura has learned from many noted tradition bearers on both sides of the Atlantic, and has herself been recognized as a Master Folk Artist (Minnesota State Arts Board). Of Scottish heritage (through MacKenzies and Rankins), her people came to America by way of Nova Scotia and Northern Ireland. In St. Paul. Laura learned to play traditional music at ceilis (dances or social gatherings) within the local Irish-American community and soon became immersed in both the music and dance. Laura grew up in Northfield!  And special for Books & Stars Laura will be joined by another Northfielder Gary Rue!

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