Hibernia Classes
For answers to specific questions please contact information@hiberniacentrebristol.org
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The bodhran is the Irish drum. It has a shallow, circular frame with a skin of goat-hide, the form of which dates to 3000BC. It became an Irish music icon in the 1960s. We have some instruments for you to come and try on a Saturday morning. The bodhran class is taken by Bruce a very enthusiastic teacher who teaches bodhran at traditional music festivals throughout the area. |
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Whistle and Flute
The whistle and flute classes are run by Bill Guilding a very experienced teacher and musician. All ages and abilities welcome. We have instruments for you to try. Bill also offers private tuition - contact him via e mail bill.guilding@btinternet.com or ring 01179 555535 We occasionally have maestro from Mayo, Conor Gallagher to teach advanced flute technique. See timetable for details. |
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Violin/Fiddle The modern day violin emerged in Italy in 1550 and it is this instrument that we play today but in traditional music it is referred to as a "fiddle". There is a choice of four groups - 3 specific fiddle classes and a mixed instrument group which includes fiddlers. |
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Beginner's Fiddle - We have fiddles for you to try but please e mail information@hiberniacentrebristol.org to reserve one. The beginners class is taken by Vanessa Moore or Zoe Stevenson. |
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Vanessa is a violin teacher of many years experience, teaching in schools throughout the area. She has recently undertaken the study of the Suzouki method and teaches very young children on a private basis. For more information ring Vanessa 01761 462466. |
Zoe Stevenson is also
an experienced fiddler who comes from Bath to teach at Hibernia. -
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Fiddle Technique - Phil Dawson has been visiting Ireland "for years" and has played with many top Irish fiddlers. In his class Phil passes on his wealth of knowledge to players of a good standard who are developing their understanding of Irish fiddle style and technique. Yes, we know Phil is playing the banjo in this picture!! |
In Expert Hands -
Dave Garner comes to Hibernia in between international gigs and recording sessions. Classically trained to the highest level and All-Britain champion fiddler, Dave is also a great teacher. Dave's class is for more advanced players. Contact Dave - 0778 665 1419 davidgarnerfiddle@yahoo.co.uk
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This group is for any suitable melody instrument. It is led by Jill Elliot. In January 2007 we brought out a book and double CD of tunes regularly played at Hibernia and spent the year learning the tunes. For a list of the tunes click here. This year we are revising a set of tunes each session. In addition to this we are learning other new tunes to add to the repertoire. Click here for mixed instrument tunes revised/taught since January 2008 If you would like a copy of the book please e mail information@hiberniacentrebristol.com and state whether you would like music, fiddle tab, mandolin/4 string banjo tab or whistle fingering. Jill also offers private fiddle tuition and runs a variety of music groups for violins and mixed instruments during the week. contact Jill - 01275 847909
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Step dance (as popularised in Riverdance) has always been a core part of the Hibernia programme and from February 2008, Sephi Williams, will be taking the class. This is a class for fun and good exercise - there will be no examinations or competitions. All ages and abilities welcome. |
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From 12.00 noon - 12.45 (after refreshments) we all get together in a grand circle in the hall at St. Andrews.
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............ join in, or just sit in to watch and listen.
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