August 25, 2026
Tuesdays, September 8, 2026 - January 19, 2027 | $330
The Wren Ensemble is an intermediate level mixed-instrument ensemble. Directed by Mary Vanorny with assistance from Morien McBurnie (guitar, banjo), students will learn tunes and arrange them in sets to perform together as a group. This class has a strong focus on building ensemble skills including playing fluently, adding variations, listening to each other, maintaining excellent rhythm, using simple harmonies, preparing for performances, increasing knowledge of traditional Irish music, and having fun with each other and the music!
New members are welcome, but should contact us at admin@centerforirishmusic.org to be sure the ensemble is a good fit.
Save these performance dates for 2026-2027:
Performances take place at the Celtic Junction Arts Center unless otherwise noted.
- Tuesday, October 20- Special visit from Artist-in-Residence Sorcha Costello. Swallowtail & Wren combined class.
- Saturday, November 21 - Youth Ensemble Concert, Hamline University Sundin Music Hall, 2pm
- Saturday, December 5 - Fall Term Youth Recitals, 9:30 am, 11 am, 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm, 4:00 pm
- Saturday, May 22 - Spring Term Youth Recitals, 9:30 am, 11 am, 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm, 4:00 pm
Ensemble students are required to take weekly private lessons from a CIM instructor. Private lessons with CIM instructors support learning the ensemble repertoire and reinforce technical & stylistic aspects of each student's instrument. Financial aid is available.