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Canceled Songs from Derry Singers
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
Dáithí was born and raised in the city of Derry in the north of Ireland, a place where everybody seemed to have songs to sing. In these classes he will teach a variety of songs he loves and learnt from local singers including Seán Ó hÉalaí, Brian Mullen, Frank Shiels and Kevin Mitchell.
$70
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.**
$279
Irish Pub Songs
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*Hybrid Class*
This Summer, 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.
$70
Story Sharing Session | Many Paths to Handing Down a Tradition
Scanlan Music Hall (CIM) 836 Prior Avenue N, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe Center for Irish Music is embarking on a community story-sharing project in 2024. We welcome and encourage all of our community to join in conversation with each other, by sharing stories of how Irish music weaves its way into the fabric of our lives. Marking CIM's 20th anniversary, this project makes time for conversation, connection and reflection. By recognizing and uplifting our stories, identities, and backgrounds, together we can help our community grow and evolve.
Stories will be published throughout the year and will be posted below. We hope you enjoy getting to know more about the people who help make the Center for Irish Music a vibrant, diverse, and joy-filled music community.
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.**
$160
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.**
$160
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann Wexford
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann WexfordAll Ireland Fleadh in Wexford, Ireland.
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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
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CIM Open House
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulJoin the Center for Irish Music for an Open House event to:
- Meet our instructors and staff
- Take part in an instrument or class demo
- Register for fall classes
- Join an informal session
- Enjoy complimentary refreshments
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
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!
$306
An Luan Adult Ensemble
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.
$314
Songs from Derry Singers
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
Dáithí was born and raised in the city of Derry in the north of Ireland, a place where everybody seemed to have songs to sing. In these classes he will teach a variety of songs he loves and learnt from local singers including Seán Ó hÉalaí, Brian Mullen, Frank Shiels and Kevin Mitchell.
$126
New Adult Ensemble with Danny Diamond
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
Join fiddler Danny Diamond for a new adult ensemble at CIM, open to students who have not been in an adult ensemble before. This new group will learn tunes from Danny, building up a common repertoire that they enjoy playing together in a mixed group of instruments.
This ensemble is open to melody players (fiddle, flute, accordion, concertina, whistle, uilleann pipes, banjo, mandolin for example) who can play at least 10-15 tunes by ear at a reasonable speed. Accompanists (guitar, bouzouki, bodhrán etc) should have experience accompanying Irish tunes and be able to choose chords if needed. There is room for one or two accompanists in this group (guitar, bouzouki, bodhrán etc), so please contact Lily at lgaetgaeow@centerforirishmusic.org before registering.
Over time, the group may work on developing arrangements, songs, or wherever Danny decides to lead you! Regular private lessons on your principal ensemble instrument are required to be in a CIM ensemble, and generally ensembles run year-round, especially Fall and Spring (summer class depends on student & instructor availability). The first 60 minutes of class time is with the instructor, and the last 30 minutes, the group is self-led.
Reminder: All ensemble students need to take regular private lessons from a CIM instructor to be in a CIM ensemble.
$274
Workshops with the Friel Sisters & Friends
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulThe Center for Irish Music is thrilled to welcome the Friel Sisters and friends Cathal Ó Curráin and Marty Barry for an afternoon of workshops before their concert at the Celtic Junction Arts Center! All instrument workshops are aimed at intermediate to advanced players and will be taught by ear. Workshops are $25 each. Register now at www.centerforirishmusic.org/register.
$25