Colony HS in Ireland: St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Beyond

26May

Colony HS in Ireland: St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Beyond

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Where better to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than in Ireland? The Colony HS (AK) marching band, known as THEE Northern Sound, had the experience of a lifetime marching in the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Dublin. The prestigious invitation was awarded based on the band’s application, which took years of preparation and dedication.

 

Besides marching in the parade, the Colony HS music department immersed itself in Irish culture. They took in the stunning landscapes, performed in historic cathedrals, toured castles and participated in Irish sports, music, cuisine and dance.

Rock of Cashel

 

Choir concert at St. Colman Cathedral

 

Cliffs of Moher

 

Bunratty Castle

 

String orchestra performance at St. Joseph’s Church

 

Gaelic Games in Dublin

 

Library of Trinity College in Dublin

 

Ireland on your travel bucket list yet? Click here for more information about participating in a St. Patrick’s Day parade and other Irish performance opportunities!

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Audrey loves combining her passions for music and marketing at MTC. After earning a degree in vocal performance at the University of Indianapolis, Audrey builds on her affinity for musical storytelling by creating compelling content across various mediums. She has worked with a broad range of clients across all stages of the business lifecycle, expanding and strengthening messaging from brand development to long-term campaigns. When Audrey isn’t highlighting the impact of group student travel across the MTC family of brands or teaching at the UIndy Community Music Academy, you'll find her thrifting, taking photos and exploring the great outdoors with her dog, Alaska.

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