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Tim Flaherty ( Beg & Improvers ) Christine Dowling ( Upp Int & Adv )
BelfastTrad Tin Whistle
Tin whistle is the least expensive of traditional instruments but one of the most musical . A great place to start ! Please bring a Generation brand tin whistle in the key of D ; upper intermediate and advanced , also bring one in the key of Bb . Tim and Christine are experienced teachers who offer lots of encouragement .
Tuesdays
6:00-7:00pm Beginners 6:00-7:00pm Upper Intermediate 7:00-8:00pm Lower Intermediate 7:00-8:00pm Advanced
12 weeks : 10 Jan to 4 Apr Book with BelfastTrad
Davy Maguire
BelfastTrad Traditional Flute
Davy teaches the traditional wooden flute . One of Belfast ’ s finest flute players , he is equally famous for his sense of humour . Well-known on the continent as well as in Belfast , Davy has been teaching his popular classes for years now . Some instruments may be available for hire at £ 25 per term ; enquire at our information evening .
Tuesdays 7:00-8:00pm Beginners 8:00-9:00pm Advanced
Thursdays 7:00-8:00pm Intermediate
12 weeks : 10 Jan to 4 Apr OR 12 Jan to 6 Apr
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Paul Conlon & Aiden Walsh
BelfastTrad Tenor Banjo & Mandolin
We are delighted to have Aiden on the teaching staff of the Society . Originally from Tubbercurry , Co . Sligo , Aiden is a highly skilled musician who is wellknown on the Belfast trad scene . Belfast-born , tenor banjo player Paul Conlon has been playing the traditional Irish music scene for around 25 years . He has toured with various traditional music outfits in Europe but has always based his roots on home soil . Paul is a respected and experienced teacher .
Wednesdays
5:00-6:00pm Beginner 6:00-7:00pm Lower Intermediate 6:00-7:00pm Upper Intermediate 7:00-8:00pm Advanced
12 weeks : 11 Jan to 5 Apr
Gavin O ’ Connor
BelfastTrad Bodhran
The Bodhran is a common sight in Irish music sessions and many people dream of being able to pick it up and giving it a go - why not you ? Some instruments may be available for hire at £ 25 per term ; enquire at our Information Evening .
Wednesdays
7:00-8:00pm Beginner 8:00-9:00pm Intermediate 9:00-10:00pm Advanced
12 weeks : 11 Jan to 5 Apr
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Christine Dowling
BelfastTrad Introduction to Traditional Singing of Ireland
This class is for those interested in traditional singing but who don ’ t have much experience . We will listen to recordings from a wide variety of singers , discuss styles , context , origins , language , history , and themes and get you singing as soon as possible .
Thursdays 6:00-7:00pm
12 weeks : 12 Jan to 6 Apr
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