The opening sequence from a programme which captures the atmosphere of Fleadh Ceoil na hÉireann the traditional music song and dance festival held in Thurles in 1965. Singing, dancing and music from young and old.

Fleadh Cheoil could be literally translated as a 'feast of music'. The Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is a festival held annually and is attended by thousands of visitors from all over the world who take part in various traditional Irish music, song, dance and language competitions.

The extract here is from a programme which attempts to capture the atmosphere of a Fleadh Cheoil through the images and sounds of the music, song and dance. No voice over or presenter is used in the production.

'Fleadh Ceoil na hÉireann 1965 Durlas Eile' was broadcast 06 October 1965,

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