Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Eireann is an international organization founded in Ireland in 1951 to preserve Traditional Irish Music and Culture and to make it available for people everywhere to enjoy its distinctive character. CCE has grown to have over 400 branches worldwide.

         In Boston, the Hanafin-Cooley branch of CCE was formed in 1975 . Today it has evolved to become one of the largest branches with a membership of musicians, dancers, teachers and patrons dedicated to preserving the traditions of Ireland through it's Music, Dance, Language and Culture.

         Today, Boston's CCE branch includes members from many ethnic backgrounds who enjoy playing, dancing and listening to Ireland's music.

         CCE Boston is accomplishing it's mission through weekly classes in eight traditional musical instruments and in set/ceili dancing classes. The results of the class efforts are demonstrated and enjoyed at monthly Ceili seisuins. All are welcome at weekly classes and monthly seisiuns which feature Larry Reynolds and the Boston Comhaltas Ceili Band. Come and join in the magic and fun. 

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