This will be based not so much on exam results but on what the tutors consider to be a comfortable yet challenging enough class for each child’s ability

The classes will involve:

Warm ups/ brain games/ improvisation : Lisa takes this popular session to begin each day. The emphasis is on fun and getting to know each other, but which will stimulate concentration, rhythm and help them explore the possibilities of their instrument!

Orchestra: where the young musicians will be all together to learn some popular classics.

Chamber music: where they will be in smaller ensembles suitable to each individual’s level to have fun while improving sight- reading and listening skills.

Traditional Irish music: This is a chance to learn some of the wonderful Irish airs and dances. This class is a great way to develop the ear as it is primarily learnt by listening and repeating. If by any chance the children play a second instrument such as concertina, or tin whistle, these will be very welcome in these classes.

Sean Nos dancing: Amy will get them dancing by teaching them some steps in the Connemara 'Sean Nos' tradition.

Drama: Tegolin will work with the children on a drama piece, which for the class performance will incorporate music and dance.

Schedule: Sunday 31st July: afternoon (time tbc) ; classes begin venue: Connemara west centre main building
Monday 1st Aug - Thursday 4th Aug : classes continue: 10am - 12:30pm
Friday 5th Aug: 10am - 12pm, (short break when children can have a snack on the premises)

12:30: Juniors performance for parents, family and friends, venue: Connemara West Centre, Ellis Hall.
This will be followed by a performance by the Ceol na Mara orchestra, (made up of Intermediates, advanced and adult groups)
 
Final concert: smaller chamber groups/ traditional: Friday 6:30pm venue : Teach Ceoil, Tully

Cost: €200

There will be a reduction of €50 for second and subsequent family members taking part. Payment can be made in full on application or in two parts - half on application and the balance before June 30th.

Application forms can be downloaded and posted along with cheque made out to 'Ceol na Mara' to :

Oonagh Keogh
2 The Brook, Huntsfield,
Dooradoyle, Co Limerick.

Alternatevely you can make your booking online