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History of Traditional Irish Dancing Mug
 
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History of Traditional Irish Dancing Mug

Ireland has a strong dance tradition dating as far back as the 15 th Century. It, together with native music was the focal point of community gatherings down through the ages. The most popular of the Irish dances are the Jig and the Reel, with many involving both solo and group dancing. From 1829 the dance master came into existence. He was a wandering dancing teacher who traveled from village to village teaching dances to children. These dance masters existed in rural Ireland right up to the early 20th Century but gradually they were replaced by the dance schools that we have today. The costumes worn by the dancers are as important as the dance itself. Each Irish dance school has its own distinct costume and most of the dresses are adorned by embroidery designs inspired by the Book of Kells.