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Scoil Fonn is Amhrán – Sunday Nov 5th

Limerick Comhaltas County Board presents Scoil Fonn is Amhrán a day of Slow Air and Singing Workshops provided for musicians from County Limerick. This one-day series of workshops, hosted by Castletroy/Ballybrown CCÉ, is a fantastic opportunity to focus on the tradition of slow air playing and Traditional Singing in English and Irish.


The 4 hrs of workshop takes place on Sunday Nov 5th 2023, BallyBrown Community Centre, 10:30-12:30pm and 1:30-3:30pm. Cost €10. Learn from experienced tutors: fiddle player Majella Bartley, flute player Catherine Clohessy and singer Edel Vaughan. Please bring a packed lunch. These workshops are not suitable for beginners - some previous air or singing experience is required. Workshops for Fiddle, Flute & Whistle and singing, English and Irish.



Click here for Registration Form: Scoil Fonn Registration Link


Scoil Fonn provides students with a wonderful opportunity each year to learn slow airs and songs from some of the most highly-respected performers in the country.


Classes are taught on flute/whistle, fiddle and singing/amhranaiocht.


Students are given the chance to learn the history and background of each slow air which gives them a greater appreciation of the melody and words.



** Details of Scoil Fonn 2022 will be shared here once available**