Irish Music Experience

IIMS combines standard contemporary music education with the traditional folk music of Ireland as a means of developing and sharing Ireland’s cultural identity.

  • Open to students who want to learn the basics of traditional Irish music

  • Very fun social group activity - IDEAL FOR BEGINNERS

  • Learn a few tunes on the tin whistle

  • Learn to sing traditional Irish songs

  • Enjoy an energetic class, learn in a group workshop, or take part in a longer session

The Irish Music Experience at the IIMS includes various options:

  • Irish Song workshop

    • Learn the most popular songs in the Irish tradition

  • Whistle workshop

    • Learn to play a few famous melodies on the tin whistle

  • Bodhrán workshop

    • Keep the beat with the bodhrán as you accompany traditional Irish musicians!

  • Trad Duo workshop

    • Sing a few songs, listen to the old stories, and learn a few traditional Irish dance steps from two of our amazing IIMS musicians

  • Céilí Dancing session

    • Get up on your feet and dance to your heart’s content in the company of our brilliant live musicians alongside a caller to “call” your next steps!