You might not think a crying, screaming ghost is a good thing, but you’d be wrong. The Irish banshee does predict death, but she also serves as a cathartic symbol and has a long history going all the way back to the 8th century. Dr. Zarka shows how this wailing female ghost connects to the very real Irish tradition of keening— a rhythmic wailing and mourning performed by women as part of the death ritual. Tune in to see how fact and fiction combine to create a supernatural tradition that connects the people of Ireland to their ancestors.I know, I should stick to something more positive for St. Patrick's Day and save this for Halloween, but I consider myself Irish-American and think all of us should consider the scary with the silly about the cultures of our ancestors. Besides, as Dr. Z explained despite her using a scene from Supernatural, banshees aren't as negative as commonly depicted.
Follow over the jump for updated versions of the music and drink I shared four years ago for leprechauns.
Once again, I'm featuring a Music213 video, Kennedy HS - The Irish Brigade - 2024 Arcadia Band Review. Enjoy the bird's eye view!
From La Palma, CA John F. Kennedy High School Shamrock Regiment performing their musical selection entitled The Irish Brigade by Dr. Collette Hausey at the 71st Annual Arcadia Band Review on Saturday, November 23, 2024. The Shamrock Regiment are led by military-style drum major Isaiah Choi.Same band, same song, new perspective!
Results: Class A
93.35 - 1st place Band
459.5 - Music
90.05 - 1st place Auxiliary
89.85 - 12th place Open Class Military Drum Major
I close with a Tipsy Bartender video I haven't used before, How to Make Green Beer.
This simple trick will make your St. Patrick's Day celebrations a blast!Sláinte! It wouldn't be a St. Patrick's Day post of mine without a drink (or corned beef) recipe!
That concludes today's holiday celebration. Stay tuned for an evergreen post worth sharing in April.
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