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Event Series Playing and Understanding Irish Set Dances

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
Event Series Iconic Traditional Bands

Canceled Iconic Traditional Bands

Online Event MN

This 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

Duos & Trios Night

Scanlan Music Hall (CIM) 836 Prior Avenue N, St. Paul, MN, United States

All 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. Paul

Come 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. Paul

Celebrate 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 States

This 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 States

Join 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 States

Join 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 States

Join 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.

Event Series Introduction to Tin Whistle for Kids

Introduction to Tin Whistle for Kids

The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul

The 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
Event Series Irish Pub Songs

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
Event Series Advanced Youth Ensemble

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
Event Series An Luan Adult Ensemble

An Luan Adult Ensemble

The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul

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.

$210

Spring Adult Student Open Mic

Celtic Junction Arts Center 836 Prior Ave N, St Paul, MN, United States

Spring Adult Student Open Mic

Free
Event Series Celtic Cuties: Spring (Saturdays at 9:30am)

Celtic Cuties: Spring (Saturdays at 9:30am)

The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul

*In-Person*

Join Alisa and other families to learn the Spring collection of Celtic Cuties rhymes, finger plays, and songs! This year, we are excited to introduce CIM's brand new song book and CD for each of the four seasons. Each student will receive their Spring book and CD on their first day of class. The cost for these materials ($20) is included in the tuition fee. This 6-week class is a great way to introduce your little ones to Irish music and movement.

Please wear comfortable clothing and be ready to sit, stand and move around.

Sibling Discounts: Siblings under 6 months old are free and do not need to register. Siblings 6 months and up automatically receive 50% off their class fee.

NEW Registration Discount: Register your child in both Winter and Spring sessions by January 15 and receive $20 off. (Sibling discounts will also be automatically applied).

$95

Spring Youth Recitals – May 21, 2:00pm

Celtic Junction Arts Center 836 Prior Ave N, St Paul, MN, United States

Join us for our Spring Term youth recitals at the Celtic Junction Arts Center!