Announcing Winter session 2012
6 Saturdays on Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 & Feb 11 & 18, 2012
11AM - 12:30PM
at First & St. Stephens United Church of Christ (York & Regester)
Class Descriptions:
Accordion
This class is designed for students of the button accordion with some prior experience. Students should at least have a working knowledge of the keyboard and basic scales. Tunes will be taught traditionally, breaking them down into easy-to-learn sections at slow and moderate tempos. Ornamentation and bass accompaniment options will be demonstrated and discussed, as well as alternate fingerings and styles of play.
Flute/ Tin Whistle (Beginning—Intermediate)
This class is for those with at least a year of musical experience. The tin whistle is a great way to get started playing Irish music and is relatively easy to learn for those who have played other instruments in the past and for young flute and wood wind players. Beginning—intermediate Irish flute players are also welcome. Students will learn several tunes by ear and the class will cover ornamentation, breathing, technique and tone. Contact us for instrument recommendations.
Beginning Fiddle
Designed for fiddlers who have studied the violin or fiddle for at least 8 months to a year and can play scales comfortably as well as a simple tune or two (ie. Twinkle Twinkle Little Star). Irish tunes will be taught by ear and basic ornamentation will be discussed.
Advanced Fiddle
This class is designed for violinists or fiddlers with at least 2 –3 years experience who are interested in learning to play Irish music and for those already playing Irish music who want to improve technique and Irish tune repertoire. Ornamentation, technique, styles and variations will be covered in depth and the class will learn several tunes by ear.
Bodhran - Irish Drumming
All levels welcome! Learn different rhythm patterns to accompany jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas, and more. Bring your bodhran and tipper to class. Email us ahead of time and we will let you know where you can purchase a good drum.
Intro to Irish Arts (for kids ages 6 to 10)
A fun and educational class for children ages 6-10. Through a variety of activities, this class will explore traditional Irish music, play instruments, dance and create works of art. Tin whistles will be available to purchase at the first class for $10 each or they may be borrowed for classroom use.
Download a printable registration form
For more information call 443-629-8699 or email laurabyrnemusic@gmail.com
Pre-registration is required w/ $75 non-refundable deposit. If your class is canceled due to lack of response, your deposit will be refunded.
PREREGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS (Registration ahead of time is required!)
By Mail:
Click Here for a registration form (in pdf format-use explorer as your browser) you can print and mail in with a $75 deposit
Online Deposit with credit card using PayPal:
Click button below (include playing level and instrument):
Remaining balance is due by first class on or before January 7th.
If your class is canceled due to lack of response, your deposit will be refunded.
Call or email for private instruction referrals for the following instruments:
Flute, Tin Whistle, Fiddle, Guitar, Button Accordion, Concertina, Banjo, Mandolin, Bodhran, Piano, Harp or Hammered Dulcimer
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