Instructor: Teresa

45 minute class

A fun way to start learning more about Irish culture for our youngest! We will start by learning old style Sean-nós dance with the goal of moving into Class 2. Parents will be encouraged to practice with students between lessons or schedule a private lesson to bridge until next class. Practice video will be online.

Instructor: Teresa, Kira, & Nina

90 minute class with 15 min break

Class 2 are for beginning older children and those that have taken Class 1. We will start learning the Irish tin whistle, traditional Irish songs and continue with advancing steps in Sean-nós dance. All music is taught by ear with sheet music and video to assist! Parents will be encouraged to practice with students between lessons or schedule a private lesson to bridge until next class. Practice video will be online.

Instructors: Kira

90 Minute Class

A class for musicians that are interested in learning traditional Irish music and performing and or competing with the Phoenix School! Students will learn how to work as a team to meet goals, leadership and performance skills as well as have a lot of fun with music! The class is intended for those that have command of their instrument but can be new to Irish music. Private lessons are encouraged as a supplement to this class.

Instructor: Teresa W/ Guest Teachers

60 minutes

This class will support beginners of Sean Nós dance as well as intermediate or advanced students. Guest teachers will conduct weekend workshops and online classes so dancers can advance at their own pace and prepare for competition and /or performances. Wear some street shoes (hard sole versus tennis shoes, no taps please) and bring water!

Instructor: Guest Teacher

60 minute Class

“Sets” are danced by eight people in a formation similar to that of American square dancing. Students will learn or review the valuable foundations for Irish set dancing: how to find the groove of the dance, participate in the figure, and punctuate that groove with moments of battering, using their feet as percussion instruments. Dance partner not required. Bring comfortable, slip soled shoes (No taps or hard Irish dance shoes please.) Beginner Sean Nós Dance class is recommended as a compliment but not required.

contact TERESA if interested!

60 minute class (must have 3 minimum to register for class)

This class is geared towards adult musicians who have some basic proficiency at their instrument and want to become more comfortable playing in Irish music sessions. and work towards participating in ceili bands. Students will learn on how to build a strong repertoire of session & ceili band tunes while strengthening one’s own musicianship. This class is geared towards learning melody, not accompaniment, and learning the music "by ear”.