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Have you ever performed in front of people?

Maybe you've been in a concert or a play?

Perhaps you've sung a song or recited a poem for your family?

For some people, performing is the most natural thing in the world.

For others, it can be a nerve-wracking experience.

I know I've had my share of sweaty palms and butterflies in my stomach.

Today, we'll meet a musician who knows all about those butterflies until he finds himself

performing for a very special and magical audience.

I'm Rebecca Sheer and welcome to Circle Round, where story time happens all the time.

Today, our story is called The Piper and The Puka.

A Puka is a magical creature said to exist in Ireland, the country where our tale comes

from.

Some really great people came together to bring you this folktale, including Damian McKinty.

Grown-ups, you might recognize Damian from the Fox series Glee and the Irish music group

Celtic Thunder.

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