The Accompaniment class is open to bouzouki and guitar players. All common tunings are welcome (standard, DADGAD, GDAD, GDAE, etc.) The class will focus on ways to add texture to your accompaniment, using chords, contrapuntal lines, and solid rhythm to support the music without overpowering it.
Marty Smith has been playing traditional music for nearly 30 years. He spent much of that time playing dance tunes on the hammered dulcimer but now puts most of his focus on the Irish bouzouki and his singing! His personal teachers have been some of the Bouzouki greats such as Read more…
We’re pleased to announce a new addition to the PIMW Family, as Johnny B Connolly has agreed to teach button accordion! Johnny B. Connolly was born and raised in Dublin, and has been immersed in Irish traditional music since he was eight years old. By the age of 15 he Read more…
Steph Geremia is a force of nature in the world of Irish flute! Although born in New York, Steph has lived most of her life in Western Ireland, where she is steeped in the Sligo/Roscommon style of flute playing. Steph is a founding member of the Alan Kelly Gang, and Read more…
Irish Flute and WhistleThis class will address the fundamentals of traditional Irish flute playing with a focus on North Connaught repertoire and style. During the week, Steph will explore many aspects of the Irish flute, from basic melodic variation, ornamentation, rhythm to technical exercises, with lessons tailored specifically for the Read more…
Cillian will be teaching various techniques for playing the uilleann pipes, along with some specially selected tunes to build your repertoire and work on your newfound piping skills! Don’t miss the chance to learn from one of the world’s most expressive pipers!
Cillian Vallely is the uilleann pipes and low whistle player with the renowned Irish band Lunasa, described as “The hottest Celtic band on the planet” (Irish Voice). In recent years, he has played and recorded with Bruce Springsteen, Natalie Merchant, Mary Chapin-Carpenter, Tim O’Brien, and Riverdance in addition to recording Read more…
Public registration for the virtual camp will open on Tuesday, July 7, 2020!
PIMW 2020 Moves online! Check out the Schedule Page for more information!