CLASSES
Spring 2012 term began April 16
Term lasts eight weeks
Fall 2012 term begins September 17 – Classes will be posted Summer 2012
Registration begins August 1
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If you need assistance placing your order, call 866-811-4111.
MUSIC
Button Accordion
Martin O’Connell, Wednesdays 6pm-7pm
$140 members / $170 non-member
This course provides detailed description and explanation of how to perform virtually every operation on the Irish B/C button accordion/concertina such as bellows control (basses for the accordion) and ornamentation (grace notes, triplets, rolls, etc.). Aural, rhythm and sight-reading skills will be developed through a diverse range of Irish tunes such as reels, jigs, polkas, slides, and hornpipes. Students will also gain a comprehensive knowledge of regional style approaches to phrasing and rhythm.
Fiddle 1: Absolute Beginners Fiddle
James Cleveland, Monday, 7 pm – 8 pm
$115 member / $145 non-member
A course for those with no prior fiddle experience. We will cover holding the
fiddle and bow, tuning and producing a good tone. By the end, students will be
able to play one or two Irish fiddle tunes.
Fiddle 2: Beginners Fiddle
Caitlin Warbelow, Tuesday, 7 pm–8 pm
$115 member / $145 non-member
In this course, the beginning student will continue to learn the technical aspects of fiddle playing while working on common melodies, polkas, and jigs. Although tunes will be taught by ear, sheet music will be provided at the end of the semester. This class is geared towards students who have taken Fiddle 1 and/or those who have less than six months experience playing the fiddle.
*NEW CLASS*
Fiddle 3: Advanced Beginners Fiddle
Caitlin Warbelow, Tuesday, 8 pm–9 pm
$140 member / $170non-member
Students in this course will focus on building their repertoire of common session tunes. We will also start to discuss elements of musicality and theory, including how to play in a session and how to create tune sets. Although tunes will be taught by ear, sheet music will be provided at the end of the semester. This class is geared towards students who have taken Fiddle 2 at least once, or those who have at least one year of experience playing the fiddle.
Fiddle 4: Intermediate Fiddle
James Cleveland, Monday, 6 pm–7 pm
$140 member / $170 non-member
A course for those who would like to increase their repertoire while playing with others. We'll learn five or six tunes, mostly jigs and reels, while exploring ornamentation and phrasing. Although tunes will be taught by ear, sheet music will be provided.
Fiddle 5: Advanced Fiddle
Caitlin Warbelow, Tuesday, 6 pm–7 pm
$140 member / $170 non-member
Students attending this class should feel comfortable playing common tunes up to speed with other musicians. We will learn new tunes (reels, jigs, hornpipes, and an air) while focusing on ornamentation, style, and musicianship. Improvisation and harmony will be briefly discussed. Although tunes will be taught by ear, sheet music will be provided.
Guitar for Traditional Irish Accompaniment
Wednesday, 8 pm– 9 pm
Peadar Ó hÍcí, $140 members / $170 non-member
Designed for students who have a very basic knowledge
of standard guitar playing, this class will teach guitar in relation to accompanying
Irish music. Lessons will include: strum techniques, chord structures, and general
knowledge of backing traditional Irish tunes.
Introduction to Celtic Harp
Mia Theodoratus, Wednesday, 7 pm – 8
pm
$140 members / $170 non-member
With a focus on learning melodies and basic accompanying patterns, this course
is designed for the complete beginner but also welcomes students who can already
play a few tunes, know basic hand positioning and a few chord patterns. Starting
with the basics, we will gradually work towards exploring variations on melodies
and reels.
Intermediate Celtic Harp: Exploring Melody, Chords and Rhythm on
Celtic Harp
Mia Theodoratus, Wednesday, 6 pm – 7 pm
$140 members / $170 non-member
This class is for students who have a basic technique. During the class we will
work on technique, basic chord patterns and how to use them with ballads
and reels. Students will be encouraged to create their own accompaniment patterns.
Irish Banjo
Pio Ryan, Thursday, 7 pm – 9 pm
$115 members / $145 non-member
(Meets alternate Thursdays beginning April 19)
For beginning and experienced players alike, students will be introduced to all
aspects of Irish tenor banjo techniques along with various regional styles.
Irish Mandolin
Pio Ryan, Thursday, 7 pm – 9 pm
(Meets alternate Thursdays beginning April 26)
$115 members / $145 non-member
Learn tuning, picking, fingering and holding of a mandolin, as well as practice common scales. As classes progress, students will learn tunes
with various types of ornamentation.
Introductory Bodhrán
Siobhan Egan, Tuesday, 6 pm – 7
pm
$115 members / $145 non-member
This class covers the basics of the Irish drum with focus on the reel and jig
rhythms. Emphasis is placed on learning how to listen to various styles of traditional
music and also on bodhrán etiquette for sessions. Enthusiasm and a love
for the music are the only requirements for this class.
Bodhrán II
Siobhan Egan, Tuesday, 7 pm – 8 pm
$140 members / $170 non-member
Bodhran II introduces the techniques needed to produce a variety of sounds to
enhance the accompaniment of melody instruments. Students should feel confident
with the reel and jig rhythms in order to fully benefit from this class.
Bodhrán III
Anna Colliton, Tuesday, 8 pm – 9 pm
$140 members / $170 non-member
In Bodhrán III, we learn to enhance our jigs and reels with ornamentation,
tonal variation, and syncopation, and expand our repertoire to include hornpipes,
slip jigs, hop jigs, slides, and polkas, with the goal of creating versatile
and sensitive players who are able to accompany tastefully in whatever style
they choose. We will explore elements of “top end” style bodhrán
playing according to the wishes of the class. Students will have access to a
website where video and notation will be posted after each lesson, and the class
will take at least one field trip to play with the advanced fiddle class upstairs!
If you have questions about the class, please feel free to email the instructor
at annacolliton@gmail.com.
Absolute Beginners Tin Whistle
Siobhan Egan, Tuesday, 8 pm – 9 pm
$140 members / $170 non-member
No previous music training is required! We’ll start with how to produce
a good sound, and you will learn different notes by playing simple, familiar
songs. Once you’ve mastered the basics, we’ll play some of the best-loved
Irish ballads of all time. Bring a key-of-D whistle, or purchase one for $10
in class.
Advanced Beginners Tin Whistle
Kate Bowling, Tuesday, 7 pm – 8 pm
$140 members / $170 non-member
If you can already play Irish ballads on the tin whistle, this class will take
you to the next level: playing Irish dance tunes. You’ll learn simple but
lively examples of the jig, reel, hornpipe, slip jig, fling, Kerry polka and
more. Free practice CD featuring tin whistle great Bill Ochs included. Pre-requisite:
Beginners Tin Whistle or the equivalent.
Intermediate Tin Whistle: Intro to Ornamentation
Kate Bowling, Tuesday, 6 pm – 7
pm
$140 members / $170 non-member
If you’ve been playing Irish dance tunes for a while, this class will teach
you the secrets of tin whistle ornamentation. You'll also start expanding your
repertoire with a new set of tunes each term. We will learn ornamentation
and style through a wide variety of reels, jigs, and hornpipes. Tunes are taught
by ear and with sheet music. Free practice CD included.
Pre-requisite: Advanced Beginners Tin Whistle or the equivalent.
Bagpipes:
Traditional Irish Music on the Piob Mhor
Tom Downes, Thursday, 7:15 pm – 9:15
$115 members / $145 non-member
A class in traditional Irish piping on the practice chanter. Also open to those
with a full set. Tutoring to advanced players.
Irish Music Toolbox I
Marta Cook, Wednesday, 7pm – 8 pm
$115 member / $145 non-member
The new Irish Music Toolbox sequence aims to provide basic musicianship skills
that will enable students to learn and retain tunes more easily and enjoy listening
to and creating music more. As students learn the fundamentals of how music works,
they will both develop and improve both ear-learning and sight-reading skills
and gain a greater appreciation for the beauty and subtlety of Irish music. Instead
of just marveling at how musicians do it, learn how for yourself!
Irish Music Toolbox 2
Marta Cook, Wednesday, 8pm – 9pm
$115 member / $145 non-member
A continuation of Toolbox 1. Keep the momentum going! We'll explore in depth the ideas of tradition and innovation, tension and release, anticipation and the possibilities that exist in the present; see how mind tricks with sound perception can help you understand acoustics and what that has to do with experiencing creativity; and continue building competence with basic skills like solfege and perception of musical relationships and choices.
Dance
Beginning Step Dance
Betty Sheehan, TCRG, Monday, 6 pm – 7 pm
$90 members / $120 non-member
An introduction to the basics of Irish step dancing—absolutely no
previous dance experience necessary. Walk in with two left feet, and walk out
the door knowing at least 2 reels, 2 jigs, and maybe a slip jig or two—more
than enough to surprise and impress your friends!
Intermediate Step Dance
Betty Sheehan, TCRG, Monday, 7
pm – 8 pm
$115 members / $145 non-member
Prerequisite: at least one semester of Beginning Step Dance or previous Irish
dance experience. Students perfect the dances they already know, learn more complicated
steps and rhythms, and get an aerobic workout unlike any other as they progress
to the next level of Irish step dancing.
Céilí Dances
Betty Sheehan, TCRG, Monday, 8
pm – 9 pm
$115 members / $145 non-member
For the beginner and experienced dancer alike. Learn or improve on basic footwork,
forms, technique and musicality, but most importantly, have fun!
Set Dances
Dan Hunt, Monday, 9 pm – 10 pm
$90 members / $120 non-member
An introduction to some of the more popular set dances, with instruction on basic
footwork, transitions between figures and moving to the phrasing of the music.
IRISH LANGUAGE
Introductory Irish
Muireann Ní Chuív,
Monday, 7:15 pm – 8:15 pm
$90 members / $120 non-member
A first course in the Irish language, introducing basic vocabulary, pronunciation,
grammar, and practical use in conversation. A fun way to learn Irish!
Irish Language 2
Muireann Ní Chuív, Monday, 8:15 pm – 9:15 pm
$140 members / $170 non-member
A class for those with some basic knowledge of the Irish language, designed to
further the students vocabulary and understanding of Irish grammatical structure
and use in conversation.
Irish Language 3
Muireann Ní Chuív, Monday, 6:15 pm – 7:15 pm
$140 members / $170 non-member
For those with at least two prior terms of Irish language or the equivalent.
Irish Language 4
Muireann Ní Chuív, Wednesday, 6 pm – 7 pm
$140 members / $170 non-member
For those with at least three prior terms of Irish language or the equivalent.
Tae Agus Comhrá (Tea and Conversation)
Led by Muireann Ní Chuív
Wednesday,
7 pm – 8
pm (Begins Wednesday, April 18)
FREE
Whether you are an absolute beginner, a native speaker, or somewhere in-between,
make sure to drop by our comhrá or conversation get-together
for a cup of tea and a chat as Gaeilge! A great supplement to our Irish language program and a chance
to meet others interested in comhrá and a bit of craic.
Féile na Gaeilge / Irish Language Day 2012
Saturday, May 19 | 12pm - 5pm
Please note the new date.
No matter your current level, whether absolute beginners looking for a first experience of the language to fluent speakers, come celebrate the Irish language with the Irish Arts Center!
Immerse yourself with absolute beginner, intermediate and advanced classes for adults. Meet other fellow language enthusiasts. Enjoy film screenings, conversation, Irish poetry read with translation and more.
New this year! A choice of workshops in literature, translation and song to deepen your understanding of and connection to the language in a fun and social way!
Please register in advance and plan to arrive by 11:45 am for check in.
Tea, coffee and snacks will be available throughout the day.
Admission: $30 non-member / $25 IAC member / $15 students and seniors
If you need assistance placing your order, call 866-811-4111.
MASTER
CLASSES
 Ornamentation Boot Camp with Bill Ochs
Sunday, May 20 | 1 pm – 5 pm
Drawing on over thirty-five years of teaching experience, Bill Ochs, our resident wind instrument expert, will lead a unique one-day master class for tin whistle, low whistle and flute players. Bill will be teaching a completely different set of tunes from those taught as his previous rave-review Ornamentation Boot Camps. Students who attended past sessions won't want to miss this one!
The class is designed for musicians who feel comfortable playing Irish dance tunes at a moderate pace, but who are novices at ornamentation or would like to review the techniques. The day will start with instruction in simple ornaments (cuts and strikes) and then move on to compound ornaments (rolls and crans). Each ornament is presented within a tune. You’ll not only learn new techniques, but also come away with a series of great new pieces to add to your repertoire.
Bring a tin whistle, low whistle or flute pitched in D to the class.
Players of Boehm system flutes are welcome to participate.
Fee: $50 non-member / $45 member, senior or student under 16
If you need assistance placing your order, call 866-811-4111.
For questions about the workshop, please contact Bill Ochs at 212-247-3231 or bill@pennywhistle.com
Writing & Storytelling Workshop with Honor Molloy
Sunday, May 20 | 1 pm – 5 pm
“I have seen many perform their written work over the last forty years, but it is easy to say that Honor Molloy, on the page or in person, is one of the very best I have ever experienced.”
–Stanley Crouch, critic, columnist, novelist
Enjoy a day discussing your fiction, connecting with fellow writers and learning strategies to address how to face open mics.
Honor Molloy will lead a writing and storytelling workshop for fiction writers. In this class, writers will explore several aspects of the short story in a craft discussion and get their creative juices flowing with writing exercises and prompts. This workshop will also be focused on reading your writing in public, which can bring awareness to the tone, pacing and word choice of your story. Participants should come to the workshop with a completed story, ready to be shared with the group. Honor Molloy will offer writers tips and give each person a chance to rehearse with an audience of fellow writers to gain concentration and confidence.
For new and practicing writers. Limited to 15 students.
Fee: $50 non-member / $45 member, senior or student under 16
or 866-811-4111
Honor Molloy holds an MFA from Brown University and has received fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard, and a Pew Fellowship in the Arts. Born in Dublin, Honor Molloy lives in Brooklyn.
INSTRUMENT RENTALS
Fiddles/Violins
The Music Store
44 West 62nd Street
212-541-6236
Rental cost can apply to purchase
Strings and Other Things
1995 Broadway
6th Floor
212-362-0857
Print out e-mail confirmation of class registration for student discount.
String Works
www.stringworks.com
Johnson String Instruments
http://johnsonstring.com/
Bodhrán
The Drum Works
IAC recommends the 14 in or 18 in, with a tunable interior.
Tin Whistle
Tin whistles can be purchased in class for $10.
Harp
A limited number of harps are available to rent directly from the instructor.
Contact Mia Theodoratus via email at harpgrrl@gmail.com to make
arrangements.
Button Accordion
For information on acquiring a button accordion, or if you are about to purchase one and need some assistance to make sure it is the proper instrument, please contact the instructor, Martin O’Connell, atmartin.oconnell1@gmail.com.
Banjo and Mandolin
Bernunzio Uptown Music
(585) 473-6140
Astoria Music
718-204-0400
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