They say everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, but for those with strong Irish roots, it’s about more than wearing the green. It’s about celebrating a proud heritage.
The sound of traditional Irish tunes fills the air at the Fainting Goat in Glenolden, Delaware County.Irish musician John McGillian, states, "All traditional Irish music, so it’s fiddle dee. It’s all the fiddle dee you’ve heard before."The McGillian and Boyce families hold their Wednesday night music session, but with St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, young and old turned out to celebrate Irish culture.Karen Boyce said it’s something they really embrace, "It’s sharing.
"At 90-years-old, Mary McGillian still has it. She played the accordion as a little girl in Ireland, playing on the special night with her sons and other family members."Music is who you are and it’s very important," Mary said. "I love it, following in my dad’s footsteps."Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren are all following in her footsteps."I play as much as I can and I wouldn’t have it if it weren’t for my mom and dad," John McGillian said.
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