Irish Fiddle
For students who would like to learn how to play Irish fiddle.
Instructor: Daire Bracken
Date: July 24
Time: 6 pm to 8 pm
Location: University of Dayton, Art Street

Bodhran
Have you ever wondered how to play the Bodhrán, the Irish drum? This instructor will teach the traditional backbeat of all Irish music. Bring your Bodhrán and have a smashing good time.
Instructor: John McBride
Date: July 24
Time: 6 pm to 8 pm
Location: University of Dayton, Art Street

Concertina
For students wishing to learn the basics of Irish Concertina
Instructor: Aogán Lynch
Date: July 24
Time: 6 pm to 8 pm
Location: University of Dayton, Art Street

Mandolin
Like the bouzouki  workshop, emphasis will be on backing Irish tunes in a traditional style. We will survey accompaniment approaches and discuss the brief history of the mandolin in Irish music.
Instructor: Mick Broderick
Date: July 24
Time: 6 pm to 8 pm
Location: University of Dayton, Art Street

Irish Flute Workshop
This workshop is for flute players with wood or metal flutes who are interested in playing Irish music. Those less experienced with Irish music are welcome, but emphasis will be on traditional style and learning by ear. All participants should be able to play D and G Major scales with a steady tone. Emphasis will be on cultivating a strong, rhythmic approach to the Irish flute. We will work to develop stronger ear skills (with emphasis on singing as a way of expanding ear and repertoire) and will exploring common psychological pitfalls of learning and playing in public sessions.
Instructor: Éamonn De Barra
Date: July 24
Time: 6 pm to 8 pm
Location: University of Dayton, Art Street

Traditional songs for American singers
This workshop will explore the exciting world of possibilities for American singers who want to sing traditional songs in an “Irish style”, while still approaching the music with American diction. Topics will include a survey of song sources; techniques for adapting Irish, Scottish, and English vocabulary; and accessing emotional connections inherent in traditional songs. Participants will leave with techniques to aid in accessing traditional music deeply and honestly, from within authentic personal and cultural experiences. Be ready to sing in your own voice!
Instructor: Andrew Murray
Date: July 24
Time: 6 pm to 8 pm
Location: University of Dayton, Art Street

Private Lessons

Fiddle/Guitar: Daire Bracken
Heralding from a family of teachers, he has been teaching fiddle at the headquarters of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí na hÉireann since 1993; teaching various aspects of music including the fiddle at schools in Ireland aging 6 to 18; teaching fiddle in third level colleges including University College Dublin, Ballyfermot College of Further Education; Watlon's School of Music and privately.

Daire is particularly known for the analytical approach to teaching technique to achieve the various fiddle styles of Ireland and further. Professional violinists have traveled to Dublin for master classes to get an insight into traditional fiddle from him. He has traveled Ireland and Europe to give workshops at numerous well known summer schools and courses (see others for sample festivals). Imparting the knowledge of the fiddle clearly and patiently is highly important to him. Daire also plays the guitar with Slide.

Concertina: Aogán Lynch
Aogán is an experienced teacher of concertina at all levels, on both a one-to-one basis, and also in a classroom environment. He has been invited to teach at many Irish and international workshops including: The Bielefeld Concertina Workshop, Germany; The Rhein-Valley Association Feis Ceoil, Alsace, France; The Tubbercurry Summer School, Sligo, Ireland; The Tocane St Apre Music Gathering, Bordeaux, France; Éigse Mrs Crotty, Kilrush, Co. Clare; and many more. Aogán also plays whistle with Slide.

Flute and Tin Whistle: Éamonn De Barra
Éamonn has been teaching flute for numerous years at various festivals at home and abroad including Waltons School of Music ‘98; Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann Headquarters, Monkstown, Dublin ‘98/’99; Mount Collins Traditional Festival ‘02; Paris Association Irlandaise ‘04, Rhine Valley Feis Ceoil (Mollkirch) ‘04/05; Willie Clancy Week, Co. Clare ‘05; Limerick Senior Music Faculty Master Class ‘06; Skerries Traditional Festival ‘07, Kilteel Traditional Festival ‘07. Éamonn also plays the piano, bodhrán and whistles with Slide.

Mandolin/Bouzouki: Mick Broderick
Mick has given numerous mandolin and bouzouki workshops at festivals and events in Ireland and across Europe with specific attention given to their role in accompaniment within Irish traditional music. These workshops include a multi faceted approach to musical accompaniment.

- Listening to & discussing the various ways in which the most renowned bouzouki players approach accompaniment.

- Introducing & trying out these various styles.

- Introducing approaches that might be useful in accompanying various types of tune, song, slow air.

- Exploring ways in which the bouzouki/ mandolin can be used as a lead instrument.

- Implementing strategies aimed at improving technique – from beginner to advanced.

Mick is also a qualified music schoolteacher for children up to 11 years old which helps understand and communicate well with both child and adult.

Vocal Song: Andrew Murray
Andrew has 12 years of teaching experience with even the job title of School Principal under his belt. He has a repertoire which incorporates songs spanning Irelands long colorful history in both the English and Irish language

Session

We will be celebrating our Irishness with a session at the conclusion of classes on Thursday evening.  Please join us for a bit of "craic" as we celebrate another successful Dayton Irish Arts Institute.  The session will be held Thursday evening from 8:30 to 11:00 PM on the Campus of the University of Dayton.  Our featured hoists will be Laura Cortese and Matt and Shannon Heaton.  It is open to the public and all are welcome to attend regardless of whether you attended the Institute.  Come and listen or come and play.