First Day of Spring Term
First Day of Spring Term at the Center for Irish Music.
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Open Sky Adult Ensemble
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
Open Sky Ensemble celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2022! We have a great variety of instruments right now but are always happy to add more. If you know many tunes and have a fair amount of CIM instruction under your belt, come join this fun Monday evening adult ensemble!
New and interested students, please contact Brian Miller at dadgadguy@gmail.com before enrolling.
$296
An Introduction to Early Ireland 400-1000 A.D.
Online*Online Class*
This is the period in which Irish history begins, a dazzling and complex world, quite unlike ours, of many competing kingdoms and dynasties whose place in society was built through force, but bolstered by mythology and the learned orders of poets, historians and judges. It was a Christian period of monasteries overlaying deep pre-Christian Celtic tradition where great art, beautiful poetry and a rich a varied literature were fostered, and also the era when the Viking invasions came, which destroyed much but contributed much as well. Dáithí Sproule will provide a window into this fascinating world.
$88
Introduction to Tin Whistle for Kids, Year 2
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulJoin Norah Rendell for a continuation of last year's Introduction to Tin Whistle for Kids class. The tin whistle is a rewarding Irish instrument and a great fit for young musicians with small hands.
Norah will continue to build your child's skills (adding an ornament or two) as you learn a few new tunes this fall: polkas, marches, jigs and songs. Hands-on parental support is needed for regular practice at home.
This class is not open to new students. Check out Introduction to Tin Whistle for Kids, Year 1 on Thursdays with Carmen Pasquerella if you're new to tin whistle!
$186
Swallowtail Intermediate Ensemble
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
Directed by Hannah Flowers with support from Carmen Pasquerella, the Swallowtail Ensemble class is a unique opportunity for you to learn new tunes, practice old ones, learn how to lead a full set of tunes, and to experience arranging Irish music in a group of intermediate-level musicians (mixed instruments).
New members are welcome, but should contact us at admin@centerforirishmusic.org to be sure the ensemble is a good fit. Also, consider joining Redwing Ensemble with Brian Miller.
$285
Irish Pub Songs
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*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.
$263
Session Playing
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
Are 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 Spring, we're offering two Session Playing classes. Sign up for one, or both!
This class will focus on melody players, but accompanists are welcome as well!
$88
Starling Intermediate Ensemble
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
Starling Ensemble is a fun and challenging class for intermediate-advanced musicians who are well on their way with Irish music. Starling Ensemble students know lots of tunes and can play them with solid rhythm and groove.
For Spring term, save the date for Saint Patrick's Day Weekend (March 16 or 17) and the Midwest Fleadh in Chicago (April 26-28).
New members are very welcome, and should contact us at admin@centerforirishmusic.org to discuss.
$315
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.
Save these dates for Spring Term 2024:
February 24: Éigse CIM, A Gaela Event
March 16 & 17: Saint Patrick's Day Weekend performances
April 26-28: Midwest Fleadh in Chicago
In 2023-24, Advanced Youth Ensemble musicians will be working with Norah Rendell directly, with artistic support from other CIM instructors through the year.
$336
Introduction to Tin Whistle for Kids, Year 1
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
The tin whistle is a rewarding Irish instrument and a great fit for young musicians with small hands. Join Carmen Pasquerella for a continuation of the Introduction to Tin Whistle for Kids class, designed for musicians going into Kindergarten to grade 2.
Carmen will teach your child how to play polkas, marches, and jigs. Hands-on parental support is needed for regular practice at home. New students should contact Carmen (cpasquerella@centerforirishmusic.org) before enrolling.
$186
Redwing Intermediate Ensemble
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
The Redwing Ensemble class is an intermediate level mixed-instrument ensemble. Directed by Hannah Flowers, 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 performance, increasing knowledge of traditional Irish music, and having fun with each other and the music!
New members are very welcome, but should contact us at admin@centerforirishmusic.org to be sure the ensemble is a good fit. Also, consider the Beginning ensemble on Thursdays with Brian Miller.
$304
Beginning Ensemble
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
Irish music is most fun when it is played with friends! Directed by Hannah Flowers with support from Carmen Pasquerella, this new mixed-instrument ensemble is open to young musicians who know about 10 full-length Irish tunes (jigs, reels, or polkas). This class is a great opportunity to meet new Irish music friends while working on music skills such as playing with others, learning music by ear, rhythm, and building some repertoire!
$214
Canceled CANCELLED: Singing Irish Traditional Songs Together
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
Dáithí Sproule looks forward to another in-person gathering in which he will share and teach some great traditional songs in English and Irish with an emphasis on singing them together. Everyone can and should sing — and singing and enjoying lovely songs together in a judgment free environment is what this class is all about.
$70
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.
$278
Canceled CANCELLED: Learning Irish Tunes by Ear
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In Person Class*
Are you ready to take the leap and learn a lovely collection of Irish tunes entirely by ear?
This class will be geared towards beginner to early intermediate level students and will include exercises to help you gain a basic understanding of your instrument. The goal is to be able to sit down with your instrument and play any tune you have in your head!
$280
Easy Whistle Tunes for Adults
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. Paul*In-Person Class*
Kate will teach a lovely new whistle tune each week and introduce basic (optional) ornaments such as cuts and rolls. Each class will include some review of previously-learned tunes, so you will see your repertoire build each week.
All budding whistle players who know at least 3 tunes are welcome to join Kate!
Please note that in addition to CIM holidays, this class will not be meet on: February 27, March 26, April 23.
$159
GNIPC Pipers Club Meeting
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulDo you play or are you interested in learning the uilleann pipes? Come to this casual meeting where we’ll play tunes, undertake pipe maintenance and discuss all things pipes and pipers.
The GNIPC is a piping club located in Minnesota dedicated to the national instrument of Ireland, the uilleann pipes.
This meeting will take place in CIM 8.
Éigse CIM, a Gaela Event
The Celtic Junction 836 Prior Ave North, Suite 400, St Paul, MNJoin the Center for Irish Music and emcee Máirtín de Cógáin for an unforgettable celebration in support of the Center for Irish Music!
GNIPC Pipers Club Meeting
The Center for Irish Music 836 Prior Avenue North, Ste. 400, St. PaulDo you play or are you interested in learning the uilleann pipes? Come to this casual meeting where we’ll play tunes, undertake pipe maintenance and discuss all things pipes and pipers.
The GNIPC is a piping club located in Minnesota dedicated to the national instrument of Ireland, the uilleann pipes.
This meeting will take place in CIM 8.
Toddler Tuesdays LIVE at the Mall of America
Mall of America 60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN, United StatesJoin Irish flute player + singer, Norah Rendell + guitarist, Brian Miller from the Center for Irish Music and Rince na Chroi Irish dancers for a fun and interactive demonstration on Irish songs, tunes, language and dance.