Montville’s Ceilidh to celebrate Scottish culture in Montville

From left, Gordon Ferguson, Michael and Sandy Martin, Lou Tasker & Jaqui Watkins.

A couple of months ago, the Montville Village Association (MVA) was approached by the well-known Scottish Piper, Gordon Ferguson and his wife Wendy to consider putting on a Ceilidh, which is a traditional Scottish gathering. The MVA events team jumped at the opportunity and, with a lot of guidance from Gordon and Wendy, the Montville Ceilidh will take place on Saturday May 23 from 7.00 to 10.00pm.

Ceilidh (pronounced kay-lee) is a celebration of Scottish culture focusing on music, song, dance, and having a good times.

Flashjack, a local Australian band with a strong Celtic twist, will be playing throughout the evening. They will be calling the traditional dances in which everyone can join. Even if you don’t have a clue about Scottish dancing, you will be shown easy basic steps.

“We are so pleased that Stillmaker and Sons Distillery, based in Montville, will be in attendance with whisky tasting for those who love a dram or two,” said MVA publicity officer, Lou Tasker.

“We will have the Bonnie Skye Highland Dancers from Gympie, a song or two, and a tune on the bagpipes for something a bit different. The “Address to the Haggis” (penned by Scottish poet Robert Burns) will be performed by Gordon and everyone will have a chance to taste the haggis as part of an evening rich in Scottish experience.”

Tartan is the theme of the evening.

“All colours and all looks, dress it up or dress it down, we are looking forward to seeing people decked out in their highland finest,” Lou said.

“There are also prizes for best dressed male and female. Proceeds from the night support the ongoing preservation of our Montville Community Hall.”

Tickets are $50 per person, and include supper. Tickets can be purchased at Trybooking - https://www.trybooking.com/DLFOF