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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. Paul

Do 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, MN

Join 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. Paul

Do 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 States

Join 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.

Music of O’Carolan for All Instruments

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

*In-person Class*

Turlough O’Carolan (1670-1738) is celebrated today as Ireland’s national composer. CIM harp instructor Chad McAnally is your guide as we explore the music of this beloved Irish harper and bring it to life. Learn some fabulously gorgeous tunes and the remarkable stories behind them. Not just for harpers! Open to all melody instruments.

$53

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Landmark Center 75 W 5th St, St. Paul, Minnesota, United States

Join us for the Irish Arts MN St. Patrick's Day Celebration at the Landmark Center! No CIM classes or lessons today.

Redwing Ensemble at the St. Patrick’s Guild

St. Patrick's Guild 1554 Randolph Ave., St. Paul, United States

Outreach performance featuring members of CIM's youth ensemble program. Catch the Redwing Ensemble's performances at 2:30 and 3:30 pm!

IAM Day of Irish Dance

Landmark Center 75 W 5th St, St. Paul, Minnesota, United States

Join us for the Irish Arts MN "Day of Irish Dance" at the Landmark Center!

Listening to the Greats

Online

*Online class*

We derive our inspiration from listening to the greats. In this course Dáithí Sproule will introduce you to a variety of great Irish instrumentalists and singers — and examine the fascinating question of what makes each one great. Dáithí has found it immensely helpful and rewarding when on his musical path he has been fortunate enough be pointed towards a certain musician or singer as worthy of closer listening and learning — he hopes to pass some of that on.

$123

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!

$123