About
Celtic Motion Dance Company
Celtic Motion Dance Company and Ceili Band is a non-profit organization that embodies the joy of relaxed folk dance, music, community, and culture. We are committed to quality education of Celtic tradition through the dance and music of Ireland, Scotland, England, and their diaspora. We believe the celebration of history, heritage, and culture promotes goodwill and understanding within our greater community.
Our program incorporates leadership training and teamwork among the junior members of the Company and provides student scholarships in aid of the study or performance of the Celtic arts. We perform all over the Central Valley at events such as farmers markets, private parties, schools, senior centers, and cultural celebrations. You can expect to see a comic version of the Scottish Sailor’s Hornpipe, English Rapper (Sword) Dance, and a variety of contemporary and traditional Scottish, Irish, and social dances.

Our Team
Meet the Celtic Motion Dance Company Team!

Hannah Sutherland
I'm the Executive Director! I'm in charge! I show up where the Manager tells me to!

Kristi Closser
I'm the Deputy Director! I direct all things Scottish for Celtic Motion. I am also quick with a needle and a lint roller.

Eric Anderson
I'm the Celtic Motion Ceili Band Director!

Debra Anderson
I'm the Manager, Seamstress,
Driver, Team Mom, and
Melodica Player. I schedule shows and do everything the Director doesn't have time to do.

Rachel Kipper
I'm the Social Media Manager!

Kaitlynn Shaw
I'm the CMDC Scribe and Swords Master. More Swords!

Daniel Sutherland
I'm the Piper! Also, I am Scotty.

Ben Anderson
I'm Murphy! Also, I play the bodhrán.