Workshops at the Center for Irish Music

Through our instructors’ personal connections and the Celtic Junction Arts Center’s concert series, the Center for Irish Music has access to an international network of Irish traditional musicians. If it’s feasible, and if there is interest from the community, we organize workshops for performing artists who are touring through the Midwest.

Check back here for more information on upcoming workshops, and don’t hesitate to let us know who you’d like to learn music from!

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Ceol agus Craic - September 20, 2025

Music Workshops, Tunes & Tea

Saturday, September 20

1:00pm-4:30pm

Experience the Center for Irish Music’s inaugural Ceol agus Craic (pronounced ky-ohl agus crack), meaning “Music and Fun”!

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of traditional Irish music, featuring hands-on workshops, an open session, and plenty of opportunities to learn, play, and connect. Whether you’re brand-new to Irish music or a current student eager to try something different, Ceol agus Craic offers something for everyone.

Event Highlights:

  • 75-minute introductory workshops in whistle, fiddle, song and sean-nós dance
  • Irish session at 2:15pm led by CIM instructors and community musicians — free and open to all, so bring your instrument! Don’t worry if you don’t know the tunes - you can still participate by listening over a cup of tea and a chat.
  • A workshop featuring the new MIM 2025 Common Tunes resource for tune players
View Details on our Class and Event Calendar

Minnesota Irish Music Weekend

The Minnesota Irish Music Weekend, presented by the Center for Irish Music, is a unique annual festival that pairs world-class traditional Irish musicians and teachers with learners of all ages for a weekend of workshops, lectures, sessions and concerts.

Each of our visiting artists is recognized for their musical mastery, and will offer insights and techniques to help learners tap into the deep roots of traditional Irish music.

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