🎻🎵 Live Celtic Concert Today at Botanica Home in Amherst, MA!🎻🎵

Hello, music lovers and friends of Sweet Music Studio! We have some exciting news to share. Today is the day we've all been waiting for—the live concert at Botanica Home in Amherst, MA. The performance starts at 2 pm, and we can't wait to share an hour of soul-stirring, foot-tapping traditional Celtic dance music with you.

Why You Shouldn't Miss This

Live music has a magic all its own, and there's nothing like experiencing it in person. The energy, the connection with the musicians, and the sheer joy of being part of a live audience are incomparable. Today's concert promises to be a memorable event, filled with the rich sounds and rhythms of Celtic tradition.

What's On The Playlist?

Our talented group has been working hard to prepare a line-up of tunes that will transport you straight to the emerald hills and misty lochs of Scotland and Ireland. Here are some of the well-known tunes you can look forward to:

Loch Leven Castle: A Scottish reel that captures the essence of the Highlands.
The Rambling Pitchfork: A lively jig that will get your feet tapping.
A Fig for a Kiss: A slip jig with a playful melody.
The Otter's Holt: A reel that's as fluid and graceful as the creature it's named after.
Dark Girl Dressed in Blue: A tune that's as mysterious as it is beautiful.
The Dark Island: A haunting air that will stay with you long after the last note has been played.

Join Us!

We invite you to be part of this musical journey. Come down to Botanica Home, located at 191 N. Pleasant Street in Amherst (where the old "Blue Marble" used to be). Look for the purple awning next to Zanna clothing and across the street from Share Coffee. The space is cozy, so whether we're indoors or out—depending on the weather—it promises to be an intimate and enjoyable experience.

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