Fiddle & Violin Masterclasses in Aid of Kevin Bell Trust
Updated: Feb 28
We are delighted to announce a special day of Fiddle & Violin Masterclasses taking place on Saturday 28th March at Edmund Rice College, Belfast, from 10:30am – 2:00pm.
This exciting event brings together two outstanding masterclass opportunities for young musicians, led by some of the most respected performers and educators in traditional music.
🎻 The Kane Sisters – Fiddle Masterclass
For Intermediate & Advanced Players
Renowned for their dynamic performances and deep understanding of traditional Irish music, The Kane Sisters will deliver an intensive fiddle masterclass focusing on:
Advanced bowing techniques & ornamentation
Stylistic refinement & rhythmic precision
Performance insight for serious players
This session is ideal for committed students looking to elevate their technical skill and musical expression.
Cost: £20 per child(Please bring a packed lunch.)
🎻 Johnny Murphy – Classical Violin into Traditional Style
Free of Charge
In this special session, Johnny Murphy explores the journey from classical violin training into authentic traditional performance style. Topics include:
Translating classical technique into traditional playing
Bow articulation, phrasing & stylistic nuance
Developing confident and authentic traditional expression
This is a fantastic opportunity for violinists curious about expanding into traditional repertoire.
📍 Event Details
Date: Saturday 28th March
Time: 10:30am – 2:00pm
Venue: Edmund Rice College, Glengormley
Places: Limited availability
Booking information is available at:👉 https://hub.klubfunder.com/GlengormleySchoolofTraditionalMusic/payit/ticketsale/fiddle-and-violin-masterclasses/detail
Early booking is strongly recommended as places are limited.
We look forward to welcoming students for what promises to be an inspiring and rewarding day of music-making.
The Kane Sisters will also be performing in Belfast on the Friday evening (27th) in another wonderful fundraiser - tickets available at https://www.tickettailor.com/events/sundaysong/2064036?fbclid=IwY2xjawQP7hlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe2LjAcvizSKZyq9h65GWEli9L9faAc--iFBJpyw1hbrbCasiKxy75v4zQado_aem_BsEfCwsEQ-amMtN-UA3KwA
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