Ever wanted to learn a Celtic tune? This is your chance! Celtic cellist Ellen Gira leads a monthly intro to Celtic repertoire class where students learn a groovy Celtic tune and create a fun arrangement as a group. This class will also offer ideas to take your playing further, including ornamentation and Celtic jamming skills. All instruments are welcome. Cost is $25.

Afterwards, Ellen hosts a free, Celtic slow session that is open to players of all levels and all instruments. This class and those sessions will help you prepare to join the DMV’s thriving Celtic music community!

This class is open to middle school age students and above, who are able to play chords and/or basic melodies as appropriate for their instrument. Students under the age of 12, or who have questions about whether their skill level or instrument is appropriate for the class, should contact SMT prior to registration. Sheet music is provided and added to Ellen’s growing tune book: Celtic Slow Session Tunes.

Jam Content/Repertoire examples:

• Jimmy Ward's (Irish Jig)
• Lochaber Badger (Scottish)
• Mairi's Wedding (Scottish tune)
• The Silver Spear (Irish reel)
• Lisnagun (Irish jig)
• Wild Mountain Thyme (Scots/Irish song)