Total Beginners
Classes for adults who have always wanted to learn the fiddle, but felt daunted or had no opportunity, or who gave up as a child and have since regretted the decision
You Can Learn Folk Fiddle
Small friendly classes for adults of any age
‘Much more enjoyable and motivational than trying to learn from a book or online’
Small friendly classes for adults of any age. In these classes the aim is for everyone to support each other, enjoy the journey – and maybe make some new friends.
- Learn by ear – I will not use or teach you to read music
- You are not too old! – there is no upper age limit to learning
- Violin - fiddle – both use the same instrument
- Learn with experienced musician & qualified teacher Clare McGowan
Slower Tunes
Classes for beginner or early players. Come and learn easy folk tunes from the Old Time tradition. For anyone who can play simple tunes at a slow speed – no need to read music
Discover O-T Folk
Classes for more advanced violinists interested in learning folk fiddle. Explore Old Time folk tunes & techniques, with support for starting to play tunes by ear - no use of written music in classes
£15 per class; paid cash payment weekly, or advance payment half-termly for 10% off
If you are interested but can’t afford these rates, ask me about reduced rates
You don't need your own fiddle