What we’re about
We are about creating community with music and offering a musical experience to all ages and skill level's. We host Celtic sessions, Old Time Jams, Bluegrass Jams, Ukulele Strum alongs, Open Mics, & Jazz Jams! We teach Ensemble classes, Repertoire Classes, private lessons, and group lessons. We even put on an occasional concert.
Check out our group classes and workshops page to see whats happening: https://schoolofmusicaltraditions.com/classes-workshops
And our jams and open mics page:
https://schoolofmusicaltraditions.com/jams-open-mics
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Intro to Celtic Repertoire Workshop - Followed by Slow Session
School of Musical Traditions, 7112 Willow Ave, Takoma Park, MD, US6:00 – 7:30 PM EST
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 $30.
Afterwards, Ellen hosts a Free Celtic Slow Session that is open to players of all levels and all instruments. These classes and sessions will help prepare you to join the DMV’s thriving Celtic music community and play in sessions anywhere in the world!
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)
$30 Register Here:
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