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Suzuki and Celtic Institute Class Information
Suzuki Institute
Students will be assigned to a group class based on their polished piece (these classes will meet 2 times per day) and may pick 2 elective classes from ANY of the class offerings, including the Celtic classes. Students may choose more than 2 electives for an extra fee. There are only 6 class slots in the day, so please choose accordingly. Arts and crafts will be offered at no charge.
Celtic Institute
Celtic Institute students should choose 5 or 6 classes from the Celtic class list. They may also choose any of the violin or vocal classes. There are 6 class slots during the day. Students who wish to take less than 5 classes may pay on an individual class basis, although Institute students will receive priority registration up to May 15.
Children younger than 6 MUST be accompanied by a parent for the entire day.
Daily Class Schedule
| 9:00-9:50 | Class #1 |
| 10:00-10:50 | Class #2 |
| 11:00-11:50 | Class #3 |
| 11:50-1:00 | Lunch (Lunch will not be provided; children must bring bagged lunches) |
| 1:00-1:50 | Class #4 |
| 2:00-2:50 | Class #5 |
| 3:00-3:50 | Class #6 |
| 4:00 | Children not accompanied by parent must be picked up promptly at 4pm. For any child picked up after 4:15, a $10 late fee for every 5 minutes will be charged. |
For questions about the class schedule or descriptions, please email admin@taylormusicgroup.org.
Suzuki Elective Classes (For Suzuki Institute students only)
Beginning Music Reading
Instructor: Mary Taylor
This class is for students who are not yet reading notes, or just beginning. This will be a fun filled class utilizing games and tools to learn note names, the staff, clefs and much more.
Pre-twinkle Theory
Instructor: Mary Taylor
This class is for ages 3 to 5 and will focus on rhythm training using songs, games and exercises. Students must have started playing the violin to enter the class.
Celtic Classes
Irish Fiddle
Instructors: Rosie Newton – beginning; Liz Carroll – intermediate/advanced
This class will be divided into beginning, intermediate and advanced. The beginning will focus on learning basic tunes. Intermediate/Advanced Irish Fiddle will focus on style, technique, bowing and ornamentation. Students for the intermediate/advanced classes should have experience not only in playing, but also in Irish music.
Cape Breton Fiddle
Instructor: David Greenberg
Tunes and style of Cape Breton fiddling will be studied. Suited to the intermediate and advanced player. A wonderful opportunity to learn this technique from an authority in the field of Cape Breton fiddling.
Penny Whistle
Instructor: Jim Carrier
This class is for everyone!! You do not need to know anything just bring your whistle in the key of D, or purchase one at the festival.
Recorder
Instructor: Jim Carrier
This class will be divided by playing level. Students with no experience will enjoy learning this versatile instrument and more advanced players will focus on scales, tunes, and ornamentation. This class will be perfect for students who have done a little study in school.
Improvisation with Ferintosh
Instructors: David Greenberg, Abby Newton, Kim Robertson
This class is open to all instruments and will be taught by the members of Ferintosh. Explore the ways to arrange tunes and how to make the most of performing Celtic music as an ensemble.
Irish Guitar
Instructor: John Doyle
Do not miss this chance to study style, chords, right and left hand technique with the most famous Irish guitarist in the world. Learn the best way to accompany Irish music as well as play melodies yourself.
Celtic Harp
Instructor: Kim Robertson
Taught by world-renowned harpist, Kim Robertson. Students must have their own harp and must have some knowledge and expertise in playing the instrument. Style, tunes and ornamentation as it relates to Scottish music will be studied.
Folk Cello
Instructor: Abby Newton
This class will be taught by Abby Newton, a pioneer in using the cello as a “fiddle”. Students must have their own cello and be at an intermediate level as a player. Abby will explore the world of Scottish music and teach you how to make the most of your instrument playing these wonderful tunes.
O'Carolan Class
Instructor: Abby Newton and Kim Robertson
This class is open to all instruments, for players at an intermediate level.
The music of O’Carolan, a prolific folk/baroque composer will be studied. Sheet music will be provided.
Bagpipes
Instructor: Julia Harlow
Students will need a chanter, which is very inexpensive and quiet, and will be used throughout piping study. Advanced students can bring their own set of pipes. You can purchase a chanter at a Scottish mailorder shop or buy one at the festival.
Irish Dance
Instructor: Brent Wood
This class is for everyone! No experience needed. This class has been a favorite for the last 4 years. Learn basic dance steps and moves. Jigs and reels will be covered.
Scottish Dance
Instructor: Sabre McGillivray
This class will be taught by Sabre McGillivray, who comes from Nova Scotia. The class welcomes beginners as well as students with previous experience. It is recommended that students take both dance classes to learn the differences in the Irish and Scottish dance form.
Vocal Classes
Children’s Choir
Instructor: Trisha Bennett
This will be a great elective for all the young folk and singers in the crowd. Choral technique will be taught, and folk and classical songs intended for children’s choral ensembles will be learned. Choral experience not required.
Voice Masterclass
Instructors: Robert Taylor and Cliff Derix
This will be a 20 minute vocal lesson taught in a group setting once during the week of the festival. High school and college age students are welcome and must have a selection prepared to sing. All participants will be encouraged to stay for the entire masterclass to learn from the critiques offered to other participants.
Violin Classes
Violin Masterclass
Instructors: Mary Taylor, Jackie Saed
Students will receive a 15 – 20 minute private lesson each day. Other students enrolled in the class will observe. This is open to any violin student.
Baroque Violin
Instructor: David Greenberg
This class will focus on the differences and similarities between fiddle and the baroque violin. Scottish music and Baroque tunes will be compared and contrasted.
Arts and Crafts Class
Open to any Suzuki or Celtic Institute student at no charge. The arts and crafts room will be open from 10-4 and will have a different project offered each hour. A great diversion during a busy day of classes.
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