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2018 Community Music Workshop and Gathering with Alasdair Fraser
JANUARY 6 WORKSHOP & CEILIDH DANCE PARTY - Explore playing music from the Celtic lands (and beyond!) in a large ensemble, with an emphasis on arrangement ideas and traditional flavors. - Alasdair will teach tunes by ear. We'll look at elements of language and dance and how to create a medley of tunes to form a larger piece of music. - For players of all ages on a wide range of instruments, including fiddles, cellos, guitars, bass, woodwinds, harp, keyboards, etc. Children should be accompanied by a supervising adult. - Instruction is geared toward intermediate to advanced musicians, though enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. - Doors will open at 9:30 am for registration and coffee/tea. We'll take a break for lunch (provided). Workshop concludes at 4:30, followed by a pizza dinner (approx 5:00 pm). The Ceilidh Dance Party begins at 6:30.
The evening event is free to workshop participants. Community members, family and friends are welcome to attend; a contribution of $10 or 2 dozen hors doeurves or dessert items for the snack table would be greatly appreciated.
JANUARY 7, BRUNCH & JAM (10am - 2pm) Gather again to eat, jam, dance, cavort and celebrate!! Advance registration only.
This event is sponsored by Alasdair Fraser's Sierra Fiddle Camp and underwritten by the Sierra Fiddle Village Fund of the non-profit organization Scottish Fiddlers of California
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LocationGrass Valley Elk's Lodge (View)
109 S School St
Grass Valley, CA 95945
United States
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Kid Friendly: Yes! |
Dog Friendly: No |
Non-Smoking: Yes! |
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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