The talented Athena Tergis will teach a one-evening only master class
in fiddle during her Masters in Collaboration IV November residency with Bill
Whelan. Specializing in teaching bowing and ornamentation, Tergis is Suzuki-trained
and has performed in traditional, classical and pop settings all over the world – from Riverdance
on Broadway to the Dublin Philharmonic Orchestra in Beijing to national tours
with E Street Band saxophonist Clarence Clemmons and The Green Fields of America.
Students should bring a notepad and recorder.
Fee: $50 general sale | $45 members, seniors, students
To register contact Rachael Gilkey at 212.757.3318 ext 209 or rachael@irishartscenter.org.
Songs
From the Home Irish Song Workshop with Gabriel McArdle
Thursday, November 18 | 7 pm – 9 pm
Fermanagh-born Irish traditional singer and song collector Gabriel McArdle
will facilitate a workshop in traditional ballad singing suitable for interested
students of all skill levels. McArdle is known for his unique vocals and
incredible grasp of the Fermanagh tradition, with a repertoire of thousands of
songs collected over time from many of Ireland’s greatest singers, folklorists and
traditional musicians. This workshop offers an insight into the Irish tradition
for someone simply interested in learning new songs and a real treat for the
listener interested in the rare experience of hearing and learning from one of
the best Irish singers in the Ulster tradition.
Fee: $25 general sale | $20 members, seniors, students
To register contact Rachael Gilkey at 212.757.3318 ext 209 or rachael@irishartscenter.org.
Bodhrán
Workshop with Robbie Harris
Sunday, November 21 | 1 pm – 3 pm
This workshop aims to provide a detailed look at the bodhrán and its
use in different styles of music. After a brief review of basic technique, this
class will focus on expanding rhythmic and tonal patterns on the bodhrán.
Stick technique, tone production and variation will be explored in depth, and
the class will put a particular emphasis on expanding the necessary skills for
rhythmic improvisation within various odd time signatures. The workshop will
also include an introduction to frame drum techniques.
Robbie
Harris is a bodhrán player and percussionist. Over the years he has
performed and recorded with artists such as Bobby McFerrin, Rodrigo y Gabriela,
Moya Brennan, Brian Kennedy, Damien Dempsey, Finbar Furey, Eileen Ivers, Emer
Mayock, Celtic Woman and The High Kings, and toured extensively with Riverdance
on Broadway. Robbie appears at Irish Arts Center the weekend of November
20-21 in Masters in Collaboration IV: Bill Whelan Meets Athena Tergis.
Fee: $50 general sale | $45 members, seniors, students
To register contact Rachael Gilkey at 212.757.3318 ext 209 or rachael@irishartscenter.org.
Ornamentation
Boot Camp for Tin Whistle, Flute and Low Whistle with Bill Ochs Sunday, November 8 | 1:00 -
5:00pm
Class fee: $45 general sale / $40 members,
seniors and children under 16
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 his two 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 iin 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.
For questions about the workshop, please contact
Bill Ochs at 212-247-3231 or bill@pennywhistle.com.
Master Class
Rhythm and Phrasing Boot Camp for Flute, Tin Whistle and Other
Instruments
Sunday, May 17 | 1:00 pm - 5:00
pm
Class fee: $45 non-members / $40
members, teachers, seniors and children under 16
To register, contact Rachael Gilkey at the Irish Arts
Center: 212-757-3318 ext. 209, 10 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Friday, or rachael@irishartscenter.org.
IIf you take only one Master Class, this is the one to
sign up for. Why? Because as the saying goes, "It don't mean a thing if
it ain't got that swing!"
Bill Ochs, our resident wind instrument expert, will
show you how to get your Irish groove on.
Learn the secrets of the lilt, that magical quality that
gives Irish music its unique charm and buoyancy. Learn where and how to
accent. Learn where to breath while maintaining the flow of the
tune. Learn how to take a tune from any recording and play it in
fifteen minutes. Learn how to take a tune off the printed page
and make it come alive. Learn the secrets of playing for dancing.
Learn about root-pedaling, the punch-and-drive style, offbeat emphasis,
and much more!
While the class is designed primarily for tin whistle
and flute players (Boehm system included), players of other
instruments are welcome to join. The class is open to anyone
who can play Irish dance tunes at a moderate pace and would like to
improve his or her rhythm and phrasing.
Bring your instrument and a notebook. A recording device
such as a tape, digital or mini-disc recorder is also highly
recommended.
For questions about the workshop, please contact Bill
Ochs at 212-247-3231 or bill@pennywhistle.com
String Master Classes with Maria Millar
Master Class I: Playing Tunes with Artistry
Saturday, April 18 | 4pm – 5:30pm
Master Class II: Introduction to Improvisation
Sunday, April 19 | 4pm – 5:30pm
For further information on Master Classes or
to make a reservation, please contact Rachael Gilkey at 212 757.3318
ext 209 or rachael@irishartscenter.org
Single Day (includes admission to
Master Class and one performance: $35
general sale/
$30 Irish Arts Center members, seniors and children under 16.
Full Weekend includes admission to
Master Classes on both dates and admission to one performance: $45
general sale/ $40 Irish Arts Center members, seniors and children under
16.
Juilliard-trained violinist singer, dancer and
Riverdance alumnus Maria Millar will share her improvisation and
performance expertise in two exciting master classes for string
instruments, including fiddle, violin, cello and bass. Students of all
ages and levels of experience are welcome to attend master classes.
Master Class I: Playing Tunes with Artistry
Saturday, April 18 | 4pm – 5:30pm
With a focus on rhythm, phrasing, harmonic/melodic
direction and stage presence, Maria will work with students on bringing
their performance of tunes to the next level. and offer guidance on how
to transform musical and artistic ideas into performance reality.
Master Class II: Introduction to Improvisation Sunday, April 19 | 4pm – 5:30pm
IImprovisation is a wonderfully effective and fun way of
developing instrumental technique, rhythm and collaborative ability all
of which is fundamental to the performance of Irish traditional
music.Students will be introduced to the basic tenents involved in
improvisation through participation in simple solo and duo exercises.
Full Day Fee (includes concert
admission) $50 general sale | $45
members, seniors, children
Concert Admission Only: $20
general sale / $15 members, seniors and children
under 16
To register or for concert tickets | contact Rachael
Gilkey at 212.757.3318 ext 209 or rachael@irishartscenter.org
Kevin Crawford
and Cillian Vallely of the internationally acclaimed
traditional Irish music group, Lúnasa, will
appear at the Irish Arts Center for a one day engagement on Sunday
January 25th. Kicking off the Irish Arts Center’s Winter Master
Class/Performance Series, this program will feature Irishflute and pipes master
classes beginning at 1 pm followed by a special one hour concert by
these two world - renowned musicians at 5 pm.
Master
Class Sessions
1pm-2:30pm
Beginning Level Flutes with Crawford and
Whistle with Vallely
3pm-4:30pm
Intermediate/Advanced Level Flutes with
Crawford and Uilleann Pipes with Vallely
5pm-6pm
Concert
Irish Dance
Masterclass with Darrah Carr and Niall O’Leary
Saturday, November 8 | 1:00 pm - 5:00pm
Class fee: $45 general sale / $40 members and students
with ID
For additional information contact Rachael Gilkey
212-757-3191 ext 209 or by email rachael@irishartscenter.org
As Artistic Director of Darrah Carr Dance,
Carr describes her style as ModERIN: a playful combination of
traditional Irish step and contemporary modern dance. The company
celebrates its 10th Anniversary Season with a series of performances at
the Irish Arts Center from October 23 through 26th. Now, during this
special Masterclass, get an in-depth look at the development of ModERIN
and learn phrases from the company’s repertory!
Director of the Niall O’Leary School of Irish
Dance, O’Leary is in high demand as a master instructor,
conducting regular workshops around the US, Canada, Ireland, Japan, and
Mexico. Known for his innovative approach to Irish step dance
choreography, O’Leary’s open workshop is a rigorous exploration of
dance technique and style.
1:00-2:30
ModERIN Open Workshop-Beginner Level
Niall O’Leary Open Workshop-Advanced Level
2:30-3:00
Discussion/Tea Break
3:00-4:30
ModERIN Open Workshop-Advanced Level
Niall O’Leary Open Workshop-Beginner Level
4:30-5:00
Discussion
This project is made possible in part
with public funds from the Fund for Creative Communities, supported by
the New York State Council on the Arts, and from the Manhattan
Community Arts Fund, supported by the New York City Department of
Cultural Affairs. Both programs are administered by the Lower Manhattan
Cultural Council
Ornamentation Boot Camp with Bill Ochs
Sunday, November 16 | 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Class fee: $45 general sale / $40 members,
seniors and children under 16.
For reservations call Rachael Gilkey at 212-757-3318
ext. 209
Bill Ochs, our
resident wind instrument expert, will lead “Ornamentation Boot Camp,” a
a one-day master class for tin whistle,
low whistle and flute players.
Bill Ochs, our resident wind instrument expert, will
lead Ornamentation Boot Camp, a one-day master class for tin whistle,
low whistle and flute players. 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.
Participants should bring a tin whistle, low whistle or
flute pitched in D and a notebook. A recording device such as a tape,
digital or mini-disc recorder is also highly recommended. Players of
Boehm system flutes are welcome to participate
TIN WHISTLE MASTER CLASS
with Bill Ochs Sunday, February 10 1:00pm–5:00pm
Bill Ochs,
our resident wind-instrument expert, will lead "Ornamentation Boot
Camp," a one-day master class for tin whistle, low whistle and flute
players.
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). There will be a break
at the mid-point of the class during which Ochs will give a talk on
different styles of traditional Irish tin whistle and flute playing,
illustrated with archival recordings of master players.
Participants should bring a tin whistle, low
whistle or flute pitched in D and a notebook. A recording device such
as a tape, flash or mini- disc recorder is also highly recommended.
Players of Boehm system flutes are welcome to
participate.
Class fee: $40 members, teachers, seniors and children
under 16/$45 non-members
To register, contact Sydney at The Irish Arts Center:
212-757-3318, ext. 204, 10 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Friday, or
sydney@irishartscenter.org.
Irish Guitar Master Class and
Concert with Gabriel Donohue, Dónal
Clancy and Shane O’Sullivan April 27, 2008 12 Noon to 5:00 pm
Master Class Sessions Noon-3:30 pm
Concert 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Full day fee (includes concert
admission): $45 general sale / $40 members, seniors and children
under 16.
Concert admission only: $15 general sale
| $12 members, seniors and children under 16.
To register for either the full-day or for concert
tickets, contact Rachael Gilkey at 212.757.3318 ext 209 or rachael@irishartscenter.org
Join internationally recognized Irish guitarist Gabriel
Donohue (who recently played at the Irish Arts Center for An
Irish Christmas with Marie and Martin Reilly and Séamus
MacConaonaigh), co-founder of group Danú Dónal Clancy and
multi-instrumentalist Shane O’Sullivan for an afternoon of instruction
and performance on the Irish guitar. Welcoming guitarists of all
skill levels, Master Classes will focus on guitar accompaniment in
Irish music.
Students will spend time with each instructor, in groups
suited to their skill level, for the unique opportunity to learn Irish
guitar accompaniment from three different perspectives. The day will
conclude with a concert featuring the instructors.
Gabriel Donohue (gabrieldonohue.com)
was born in Athenry, Co. Galway. After moving to New York City he
sought out traditional music legends like Andy McGann and Johnny
Cronin. In New York, Gabriel studied fingerstyle guitar,
musical theater and voice and honed his skills as a music producer,
eventually opening his own studio, Cove Island Productions.
He has worked as part of an ensemble with Michael Flatley, and formed
the band Jigsaw with musical friends Eileen Ivers and Joanie
Madden. He first toured with Irish music legends The Chieftains
in 1999 and added guitar, piano and voice to their live
performances in Spain, France, Norway, Denmark, Italy, UK and many
tours of the USA. He has performed five times at New York's
Carnegie Hall. Gabriel recently played with traditional
musicians Marie and Martin Reilly and Séamus MacConaonaigh in An
Irish Christmas at the Irish Art Center.
Dónal Clancy (donalclancy.com)
started learning traditional Irish music on the tin whistle at age
eight and received his first guitar shortly after, learning some basics
from his father. Inspired by Irish guitarists Arty McGlynn, Paul
Brady and others, Dónal began practicing Irish tunes on the
guitar and also started to play accompaniment to his many friends in
the area who were playing Irish music.
In 1995 Dónal co-founded the group Danú, but departed
soon after to tour with his father Liam and cousin Robbie O’Connell. In
1998, he moved to the U.S. and became involved in the Irish-American
music scene playing mostly with The Eileen Ivers Band and later the
group Solas. In 2003, he re-joined his friends in Danú, with
which he still performs.
Shane O’Sullivan has devoted
himself to the spread of music progression with an emphasis on
traditional Irish music. Through his mastery of an array of
instruments (bodhrán, guitar, djembe, and congas), O’Sullivan
combines distinctly different sounds for a contemporary portrayal of
the traditional Irish idiom. His hopes to continue to broaden the
exposure of Irish culture are proven with every appearance he makes.
English born but County Offaly raised O’Sullivan
honed his talents over the past twelve years in worldwide music
scenes. With appearances such as the Celtic Connections
festival in Scotland, the musician’s international experience includes
multiple venues within England, Germany, France, and Switzerland.
O’Sullivan has played alongside Irish and folk
music luminaries such as John Doyle (Solas fame), Alison
Browne and Gary West, Michael Mc Goldrick, Dirk Powell (Cold
Mountain), and the world renowned traditional group Flook.
Heidi Talbot of Cherish the Ladies also highlighted his compositional
and lyrical talents on her most recent solo CD, Distant Future,
featuring two original songs written by O’ Sullivan. He currently
teaches bodhrán at the Irish Arts Center. (See the class listing
above!)
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