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An Luan Ensemble at the American Swedish Institute
American Swedish Institute 2600 Park Ave, MinneapolisAmerican Swedish Institute's monthly "Music Thursdays" features CIM's An Luan Ensemble!
CIM Closed for Spring Break
The Center for Irish Music is closed for Spring Break
Canceled Playing and Understanding Irish Set Dances
Online*Online Class*
The Traditional Irish Set Dances (ex. The Garden of Daisies, The Blackbird, St. Patrick's Day,) are beautiful, and often have quirky melodies and step patterns. Each tune and dance is steeped in Irish and European history and has its own unique story. In this intensive workshop, Danielle will share the histories and origins of the sets, discuss their unique time signatures, and introduce the regional styles of the dancing masters who created them.
This 6-week course is open to musicians, dancers, or others. 75% Lecture/Demonstration, 25% participation if you'd like to play or dance along. Musicians and dancers will receive supplemental material to learn tunes and steps shared in the class.
$116
Canceled Iconic Traditional Bands
Online Event MNThis course will present an introduction to some of the great bands — their music, influences and personnel — who have been so important to the success and growth of Irish traditional music in the last half century. Dáithí Sproule, who has played in some influential bands himself, will share music and songs and lead the class in enjoying, savoring and discussing the recordings and achievements of such bands as the Chieftains, Planxty, the Bothy Band, The Boys of the Lough.
$116
CJAC Irish Arts Week
Irish Arts Week
Duos & Trios Night
Scanlan Music Hall (CIM) 836 Prior Avenue N, St. Paul, MN, United StatesAll Duo and Trio groups entering fleadh competitions are encouraged to sign up for a slot at CIM's Open Mic Night: Duos & Trios only! This will be a fun way to share your hard work with a supportive audience, and get a chance to hear your peers before the fleadh.
As of the day before the event, there is space for more performers. If you'd like to join us for the evening in the Scanlan Music Hall, go ahead and sign up and show up for the event. We look forward to seeing you!
Practice Fleadh
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulCome practice performing your tune and song selections for the Midwest Regional Fleadh competitions for a practice adjudicator (CIM instructor). This is a great opportunity that will help you to feel confident and prepared at the actual competitions.
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Taking Flight Collective Concert
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulCelebrate the talents of the Center for Irish Music's 2023 Taking Flight Collective!
Beltane Céilí Dance
Celtic Junction Arts Center 836 Prior Ave N, St Paul, MN, United StatesThis event is open to anyone regardless of skill level; we’ll teach the steps and the dances!
Spring Youth Recitals – May 7, 12:30pm
Celtic Junction Arts Center 836 Prior Ave N, St Paul, MN, United StatesJoin us for our Spring Term youth recitals at the Celtic Junction Arts Center!
Spring Youth Recitals – May 7, 2:00pm
Celtic Junction Arts Center 836 Prior Ave N, St Paul, MN, United StatesJoin us for our Spring Term youth recitals at the Celtic Junction Arts Center!
Spring Youth Recitals – May 7, 3:30pm
Celtic Junction Arts Center 836 Prior Ave N, St Paul, MN, United StatesJoin us for our Spring Term youth recitals at the Celtic Junction Arts Center!
Midwest Fleadh
Center for Irish Music students are headed to St. Louis, MO to compete in the Midwest Fleadh Cheoil! The Midwest Fleadh Cheoil (pronounced 'flah') is the main regional traditional Irish music competition, hosted annually by a Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann branch that is based in the Midwest.
Introduction to Tin Whistle for Kids
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulThe tin whistle is a rewarding Irish instrument and a great fit for young musicians with small hands. Join Norah Rendell for a continuation of Fall Term's Introduction to Tin Whistle for Kids, designed for musicians going into Kindergarten to grade 2. Norah will teach your child how to play polkas, marches, jigs and songs. Hands-on parental support is needed for regular practice at home.
New students should contact Norah Rendell (nrendell@centerforirishmusic.org) before registering.
$175
Irish Pub Songs
Hybrid Event 836 Prior Avenue South, St. Paul, MN, United States*Hybrid Class* This Spring, we will offer two sections of this class so students can participate remotely and in person at CIM. Please check the location ("Online" or "MULT" for in person) before registering.
Pub songs are raucous, tuneful, and above all, fun! But like the most intricate reel, you need skill and a concentrated approach to play and sing them well. Todd will teach the vocal techniques and rhythmic strategies needed to help you stand and deliver these wonderful ballads and drinking songs. All instruments encouraged.
$215
Financial Aid Deadline for Summer Term
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulSummer financial aid deadline
Advanced Youth Ensemble
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class* The Center for Irish Music Advanced Youth Ensemble (AYE) is a year-round program for experienced youth musicians who love to play with others, arrange music and perform. Musicians in this ensemble have a large repertoire of tunes, learn quickly by ear and have the skills to play Irish traditional music with great rhythm and style. Throughout the year, musicians from this group will perform at local festivals and events while developing unique and beautiful repertoire (and working on it in a group of mixed instruments), including the Irish Fair of Minnesota.
Students need to commit to travelling to the Midwest Fleadh Cheoil in St. Louis on the weekend of May 12-14, 2023.
In 2022-23, Advanced Youth Ensemble musicians will be working with Norah Rendell directly, with artistic support from other CIM instructors through the year.
$300
An Luan Adult Ensemble
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulAn 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.
$210
Spring Adult Student Open Mic
Celtic Junction Arts Center 836 Prior Ave N, St Paul, MN, United StatesSpring Adult Student Open Mic
Free