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Introduction to Irish Harp Summer Camp – Half Day
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulAt Irish Music & Arts Summer Mini-Camp (a condensed version of the 9am-3pm camp being offered the week of July 15th), campers will meet new Irish music friends, gathering each day to learn songs, try Irish instruments, listen to stories, do arts & crafts, and learn some myths & legends.
This camp will be led by singer, flute/whistle player and dancer Adrienne O'Shea and advanced CIM students.
Irish Music & Arts Camp is open to all, whether you play an Irish or non-Irish instrument (or no instrument at all)! We will have instruments here to try. Bring a snack, water bottle, and sunhat each day, and arrive with sunscreen applied. Some days will include a walk to nearby Newell Park.
For some of the music-specific workshops, campers will be divided by age and/or previous experience with Irish music. Students with no prior instrument experience will learn tin whistle & singing. Tin whistles are available for sale from CIM for $15 each, on the first day of camp. Please contact admin@centerforirishmusic.org with additional questions regarding programming or placement.
**For children going into grade 1 to grade 6.**
$179
Irish Fiddle for Violinists – Half Day
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulAt Irish Music & Arts Summer Mini-Camp (a condensed version of the 9am-3pm camp being offered the week of July 15th), campers will meet new Irish music friends, gathering each day to learn songs, try Irish instruments, listen to stories, do arts & crafts, and learn some myths & legends.
This camp will be led by singer, flute/whistle player and dancer Adrienne O'Shea and advanced CIM students.
Irish Music & Arts Camp is open to all, whether you play an Irish or non-Irish instrument (or no instrument at all)! We will have instruments here to try. Bring a snack, water bottle, and sunhat each day, and arrive with sunscreen applied. Some days will include a walk to nearby Newell Park.
For some of the music-specific workshops, campers will be divided by age and/or previous experience with Irish music. Students with no prior instrument experience will learn tin whistle & singing. Tin whistles are available for sale from CIM for $15 each, on the first day of camp. Please contact admin@centerforirishmusic.org with additional questions regarding programming or placement.
**For children going into grade 1 to grade 6.**
$179
Irish Music & Arts Summer Camp
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulAt Irish Music & Arts Summer Camp, kids will meet new Irish music friends, gathering each day to learn songs, try Irish instruments, listen to stories, do arts & crafts, and learn some myths & legends. Camp will also include some dance and games at Newell Park. Instructors will be both senior CIM staff and advanced CIM students. Irish music camp is open to all, whether you play an Irish or non-Irish instrument (or no instrument at all)!
Bring lunch, snack and water bottle each day. For some of the music-specific workshops, campers will be divided by age and/or previous experience with Irish music. Students with no prior instrument experience will learn tin whistle & singing. Tin whistles are available for sale from CIM for $15 each on the first day of camp.
Please contact admin@centerforirishmusic.org with additional questions regarding programming or placement.
**For children going into grade 1 to grade 6.**
$319
Session Playing: Summer
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
Are you interested in playing with others in an informal setting, also known as a session, but aren't sure where to start? You are not alone! This class is a great, safe way to experience a weekly session and build your confidence around showing up to other sessions in the future. We will build on your existing repertoire of tunes by learning from each other, while also working on some Twin Cities session classics you can bring to any session around town!
Class will meet on: June 11, June 18, July 16, July 23, July 30.
This class will focus on melody players, but accompanists are welcome as well!
$90
Irish Poetry in Translation: Summer
Online*Online Class*
Poetry has always been one of the glories of Irish culture. In this class Dáithí Sproule will share a selection of Irish language poetry in English translation, choosing examples from as early as the 6th century up to the present day and filling in the historical and literary background. Dáithí looks forward to students bringing their own particular interests and loves to the conversation.
$90
Irish Music & Arts Summer Camp – Half Day
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulAt Irish Music & Arts Summer Mini-Camp (a condensed version of the 9am-3pm camp being offered the week of July 15th), campers will meet new Irish music friends, gathering each day to learn songs, try Irish instruments, listen to stories, do arts & crafts, and learn some myths & legends.
This camp will be led by singer, flute/whistle player and dancer Adrienne O'Shea and advanced CIM students.
Irish Music & Arts Camp is open to all, whether you play an Irish or non-Irish instrument (or no instrument at all)! We will have instruments here to try. Bring a snack, water bottle, and sunhat each day, and arrive with sunscreen applied. Some days will include a walk to nearby Newell Park.
For some of the music-specific workshops, campers will be divided by age and/or previous experience with Irish music. Students with no prior instrument experience will learn tin whistle & singing. Tin whistles are available for sale from CIM for $15 each, on the first day of camp. Please contact admin@centerforirishmusic.org with additional questions regarding programming or placement.
**For children going into grade 1 to grade 6.**
$179
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann Wexford
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann WexfordAll Ireland Fleadh in Wexford, Ireland.
Irish Fair of Minnesota
Harriet Island 175 W Water St, St. Paul, United StatesJoin Center for Irish Music students and instructors at the Irish Fair of Minnesota!
Financial Aid Deadline for Fall Term
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulFall financial aid deadline
Fall Term registration deadline for returning students to keep their private lesson time
Fall Term registration deadline for returning students to keep their private lesson time
Make Up Week for Summer Term
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulMake up week for Summer Term private lessons.
Registration Deadline for Group Classes & Family Discount
Fall Term Registration Deadline for Group Classes & Family Discount
First Day of Fall Term
First Day of Fall Term at the Center for Irish Music. Youth ensembles start the week of September 9th.
Session Playing: Fall
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulAre you interested in playing with others in an informal setting, also known as a session, but aren't sure where to start? You are not alone! This class is a great, safe way to experience a weekly session and build your confidence around showing up to other sessions in the future. We will build on your existing repertoire of tunes by learning from each other, while also working on some Twin Cities session classics you can bring to any session around town!
This class will focus on melody players, but accompanists are welcome as well!
$321
Irish Poetry in Translation: Fall
Online*Online Class*
Poetry has always been one of the glories of Irish culture. In this class Dáithí Sproule will share a selection of Irish language poetry in English translation, choosing examples from as early as the 6th century up to the present day and filling in the historical and literary background. Dáithí looks forward to students bringing their own particular interests and loves to the conversation.
$151
An Luan Ensemble: Fall
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
An Luan has been together for many years, and is always on the lookout for new members - especially melody players on fiddle, concertina or accordion! This experienced group of musicians has a history of performing regularly around the Twin Cities with a large repertoire of session tunes and not-so-well-known tunes since 2010. They strive to play great music together and have fun while they are at it.
New and interested students, please contact Brian Miller at dadgadguy@gmail.com before enrolling.
Reminder: All ensemble students need to take regular private lessons from a CIM instructor to be in a CIM ensemble.
$366
Introduction to Tin Whistle for Kids: Fall
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
The tin whistle is a rewarding Irish instrument and a great fit for young musicians with small hands. Join Carmen Pasquerella for a brand new Introduction to Tin Whistle for Kids class, designed for musicians going into Kindergarten to grade 2.
Carmen will teach your child how to play polkas, marches, and jigs. Hands-on parental support is needed for regular practice at home.
$187
Easy Whistle Tunes for Adults: Fall
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
Kate will teach a lovely new whistle tune each week and introduce basic (optional) ornaments such as cuts and rolls. At the end of this course, you'll know a tune from every rhythm family! Each class will include some review of previously-learned tunes, so you will see your repertoire build each week.
All budding whistle players who know at least 3 tunes are welcome to join Kate!
$216
Sprouting Songsters: Fall
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
For kids ages 8-10 (grade 2-4). This class for wee aspiring singers will introduce kids to Irish traditional songs in English and Irish Gaelic with singer, flute & piano player Adrienne O'Shea. Adrienne will emphasize learning by ear and how to use the voice in a traditional setting. Kids will have great fun as they bring the stories of these lovely old songs to life!
$86