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Explore the lively traditions of Irish music in the heart of NYC with classes in fiddle, tin whistle, and bodhrán, where participants can learn the iconic tunes and rhythms that have been passed down through generations.
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Traditional Irish Bagpipes
Irish Arts Center @ 150 W 46th St, New York, NY
Learn traditional Irish piping on the practice chanter. Also open to those with a full set. Tutoring to advanced players. Important note about instrument: Instructor Tom Downes recommends a standard polypenco practice chanter from John Nisbet, Pipers Cove and can FedEx it in one day. Please contact Coursehorse for details. Note: We list the non-member price for our classes. If you are a member, please contact CourseHorse for...
Button Accordion I: Beginners
Irish Arts Center @ 500 W 52nd St, New York, NY
Aural, rhythm and sight-reading skills will be developed through a diverse range of Irish tunes such as reels, jigs, polkas, slides, and hornpipes. Students will also gain a comprehensive knowledge of regional style approaches to phrasing and rhythm. This course provides detailed description and explanation of how to perform virtually every operation on the Irish B/C button accordion/concertina such as bellows control (basses for the accordion)...
The Ballads of Frances J. Child
Irish Arts Center @ 520 8th Ave, New York, NY
Together we will learn to sing a number of the traditional 17th and 18th century folk ballads collected by Francis James Child, and explore the timeless themes present in the lyrics: family disputes, star-crossed lovers, meddling mother-in-laws, elfin kings, and more! All singing levels welcome.
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Traditional Irish Singing I: Beginners
Irish Arts Center @ 244 W 54th St, New York, NY
Participants will learn to sing songs from the traditional Irish repertoire, in the aural tradition. Participants will learn to sing songs from the traditional Irish repertoire, in the aural tradition in which they were originally passed from one singer to another. We will cover basic singing techniques such as breath support and phrasing.
Tin Whistle I: Introduction
Irish Arts Center @ 244 W 54th St, New York, NY
The whistle has been played in Ireland for at least 1,000 years. It is small, inexpensive, and easy to bring along to any gathering. In this introduction to the whistle, you will start with how to produce a good sound, and will learn the different notes by playing simple songs. Once you have mastered the basics, we will work on some traditional tunes, including marches, waltzes, polkas, and jigs. Bring a key of D whistle, or purchase one in...
Irish Mandolin I: Beginners
Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY
This class will be held in-person in the studio classroom at Irish Arts Center. Our beginners course will cover the basics of this beautiful and versatile instrument, with a focus on Irish music but also touching upon its use in bluegrass, folk, and jazz. Instrument required.
Irish Mandolin II: Advanced Beginners
Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY
This class will be held in-person in the studio classroom at Irish Arts Center. Students who have completed level I or have prior experience with the mandolin will further develop their technique and understanding of the instrument. Instrument required.
Bodhrán I: Introduction
Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY
This class will be held in-person in the studio classroom at Irish Arts Center. Learn the basics of the Irish drum, with a focus on the reel and jig rhythms. You’ll listen to various styles of traditional music and learn bodhrán etiquette for sessions. Enthusiasm and a love for music are the only requirements for enrollment. Instrument required.
Bodhrán II: Advanced Beginners
Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY
Level II introduces the techniques needed to produce the variety of sounds that accompany and enhance melody instruments. Students should feel confident with the reel and jig rhythms in order to fully benefit. Instrument required
Button Accordion II: Advanced Beginner
Irish Arts Center @ 150 W 46th St, New York, NY
Aural, rhythm and sight-reading skills will be developed through a diverse range of Irish tunes such as reels, jigs, polkas, slides, and hornpipes. Students will also gain a comprehensive knowledge of regional style approaches to phrasing and rhythm. For those with at least two prior semesters of Button Accordion or the equivalent. Note: We list the non-member price for our classes. If you are a member, please contact CourseHorse for a...
All About Traditional Irish Music Sessions
Irish Arts Center @ 520 8th Ave, New York, NY
How do sessions work? What is the etiquette for new players? Where do people play in New York City? Learn all about Irish traditional music sessions—informal, often impromptu, jam sessions that welcome musicians of all levels to join in—with ethnomusicologist and IAC teacher Christina Dolphin in this hands-on master class for all instruments and levels. Bring your instrument for a practice session at the end of the workshop.
Tin Whistle IV: Advanced
Irish Arts Center @ 244 W 54th St, New York, NY
This class is for students who have taken tin whistle III, or who have other prior experience on the instrument as well as a musical background. You should be comfortable with all the basic tin whistle techniques and learning by ear, and have done some ornamentation (cuts and rolls) previously. Students will begin to learn how and where to introduce ornamentation themselves, as well as how to think about phrasing and rhythm to create more of a “flow”...
Tin Whistle III: Advanced Beginners
Irish Arts Center @ 244 W 54th St, New York, NY
This class is for those who have taken the Tin Whistle II: Beginner class or have prior experience on the tin whistle and a musical background. You should have mastered all of the basic techniques and play at least five traditional Irish tunes comfortably. You also should be able to pick up tunes by ear without difficulty. Students will begin to learn about ornamentation and expand their repertoire. Note: This class requires an instrument. ...
Masterclass: Find Your Voice
Irish Arts Center @ 553 W 51st St, New York, NY
Masterclass: Find Your Voice Jazz Vocal Workshopwith Christine Tobin and Phil Robson Irish born and now New York City-based, multi award winning singer/songwriter Christine Tobin and accompanying guitarist Phil Robson will present a jazz vocal workshop which will focus on helping students express their true voices, improve projection, sound and technique, as well as develop interpretation, stylistic understanding, diction and reading of lyrics....
$60
Slow Air Workshop
Irish Arts Center @ 553 W 51st St, New York, NY
Slow airs are a very popular part of the Irish music repertory, but seldom make it into the classroom. Without the familiar beat of a jig or reel, the slow air takes a lot of listening and interpreting to really get a feel for its lonesome melody. Delve into the art of slow air playing with All-Ireland slow air champion Christina Dolphin. This class will explore the history and context of slow airs, the importance of listening to the singer, and...
$50
Slow Air Boot Camp 2 for All Instruments w/ Bill Ochs
Irish Arts Center @ 553 W 51st St, New York, NY
Along the way students will acquire all the essential techniques of slow air playing such as slides, scoops, casadhs, vibrato, and more. By popular demand following the success of last year's sold-out Slow Air Boot Camp, Bill Ochs, their residents wind instrument expert, will lead another workshop devoted entirely to the slow airs of Ireland — love songs, laments, songs of remembrance and farewell, and compositions of the harpers. This...
$50
Song Ensemble - For all instruments!
In this new course, we will focus on arranging traditional Irish songs for performance with accompanying instruments. Hone your skills as a singer or accompanist within a friendly and supportive group environment and explore the basics of song arrangement and ensemble playing. Requirement: prior singing experience and/or basic skills on an instrument such as guitar, piano, fiddle, whistle, etc.
Guitar for Traditional Irish Accompaniment
Irish Arts Center @ 553 W 51st St, New York, NY
Guitars are recognized the world over and used in all types of musical settings. This class will teacher guitar in relation to accompanying Irish music. Designed for students who have a very basic knowledge of standard guitar playing, this class will teach guitar in relation to accompanying Irish music. Lessons will include: strum techniques structures general knowledge of backing traditional Irish tunes For Guitar Rentals or Purchases,...
Tin Whistle II: Beginners
Irish Arts Center @ 244 W 54th St, New York, NY
This class is for those who have taken the Introduction to Tin Whistle class, but have never studied another instrument or need more time to master the basics. This class will continue to focus on basic whistle techniques: breathing, tonguing, and playing in both octaves. Additionally, students will work on strengthening skills of listening and picking up tunes by ear as we learn a number of traditional jigs, polkas, songs, and marches. ...
Irish Banjo I: Introduction
Irish Arts Center @ 500 W 52nd St, New York, NY
Introductory lessons on the basics of the tenor banjo. Students will begin by learning the basic makeup of the 4 string banjo, identification of the parts, knowledge of standard tuning and identification of the notes on the fret board. After getting to know "about" the banjo, we will progress onto the playing of the banjo. Proper technique for holding the banjo, hand technique and proper strumming pattern will be taught. Once a basic comprehension...
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