Celtic harpists Patrick Ball, Lisa Lynn and Aryeh Frankfurter present “The Joys of Celtic Music: Exploring the Melodies of Turlough O’Carolan” Workshop on Saturday, October 29, 10 a.m.-noon, at the Unitarian Fellowship, 87 4th St., Ashland. Cost is $30. Bring your own instrument of choice (doesn’t need to be a harp) or play the nylon string harps provided. Register on-line at www.stclairevents.com or call 541-535-3562.
These three world class multi-instrumentalists and Celtic harpers will share their experience in creating and collaborating in the Celtic Tradition. No matter what instrument you play, whether you are a novice or professional you will benefit from this overview of one of the worlds most beloved styles of acoustic music.
You will learn some history of one of the most famous and prolific composers Turlough O'Carolan. Whether you read music or play by ear you will enjoy learning a few of O'Carolans most beloved melodies on your instrument.
Participants will also have an opportunity for a hands-on experience with the nylon strung Celtic harps. Don't have your own harp -- no problem. There will be harps available for you to play.
Demonstrations of tunes and instruments from various regions will be presented such as Swedish Nyckelharpa, mandolin, Cittern, Dadgad Guitar, Bouzouki and fiddle. Bring your instrument of choice, and learn a few of our favorite Traditional melodies.
Produced by St. Clair Productions, Ball, Lynn and Frankfurter perform in concert on Friday, October 28, 8 p.m. at the Unitarian Fellowship. Tickets are $20/advance, $22/door, $10/12-17 and free under 12. Tickets available at Music Coop in downtown Ashland, on-line at www.stclairevents.com or call 541-535-3562.
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