Product Description

A fast moving, spectacular show of Irish music, song and dance from the Aran Islands. The word Ragús is the Gaelic word for ‘urge’ or ‘desire’ and it captures the vibrant mood that this company of brilliant young musicians, singers and dancers create on stage. Inspired by the islanders of Inis Mór in Galway Bay, Ragús the Show is fast moving with traditional music, song and dance. It is a journey to the heart of the living tradition and is a truly enjoyable and unparalleled cultural experience. "Shaping to take the world by storm…World inventive and exciting choreography…Standing ovations." (The Irish Times) "A spectacular event…Mind-blowing." (The Star). "Music that simply gives you shivers down your spine…not to be missed." (Radio 1 –Rattlebag) . "…up-front, in your-face, toe-tapping, eye-boggling Irish culture, aka entertainment…A sure fire winner…" (Sunday Tribune) "…master class musician…seismic experience…" (Sunday Business Post). "…an exhilarating tour de force…" (The Irish Examiner). Band: Fergal O’Nurchú – Accordian, Maurice Lennon –Fiddle, Gary Roche –Uileann Pipes/Low Whistle, Brian Garvin –Bodhrán/Fiddle, Seamus Brett –Keyboards, Timmy Murray –Guitar. Vocals: Fergal O’Murchu, Aileen O’Connor, Jim O’Leary. Lead Dancers: Deidra Kiely, Donnacha Howard, Michael Donegan. Troupe Dancers: Denise Ryan, Roisin Hickey, Gemma Donovan, Catherine O’Brien, Mary McGeough, Geraldine Riedy.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #15999 in DVD
• Released on: 2006-01-31
• Rating: NR (Not Rated)
• Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
• Formats: Color, DVD, NTSC
• Original language: English
• Number of discs: 1
• Running time: 83 minutes

Customer Reviews

The best of western Irish dancing tradition
As an Irish dancer, I was pleasantly surprised by the fact that this style of Irish dancing is still practiced. This particular style is alive in the west of Ireland, but it's not taught in most Irish dancing schools. There is more hip and arm movements. I hope that this tradition stays alive, because it's truly refreshing to see the entire body move.

Also, I liked the fact that there was one principal female dancer and two male dancers. Usually it's the other way around - one guy and two girls. The only thing is that the video is not just dancing. There are many instrumental and vocal sequences. If you think that it's 100% dance, you'll be surprised.

Great Mixture of Irish Dancing, Singing and Music
I have seen Ragus live two years in a row at the Milwaukee Irish Fest and attended every one of their performances. Their performances are a great mixture of Irish dancing, singing and music.

I waited patiently for them to bring out a DVD and it was well worth it. The DVD was done professionally with very good video and sound.

Great traditional song, music & dance
This is the real deal! A fantastic group of musicians and dancers make this a great show of traditional Irish dance & song. There is no "star" to hog center stage, but a very balanced show of music, song & dance. Well worth the price - get this and enjoy!