Traditional Music Ensemble
F05, S06, F06, S07
John Kirk
We will be studying and performing from the string band traditions of rural America. Nova Scotia, Québecois, Irish, New England, Scandinavian, African American, dance, and ballad traditions will also be experienced with listening, practice (weekly group rehearsals outside of class), and performing components. Emphasis on ensemble intuition, playing by ear, and lifetime personal musicmaking skills (transposition, harmonizing, etc.). Previous playing experience required on one or more of the following instruments: violin, guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass accordion, concertina, penny whistle, flute, bodhran, harp, or piano. Student must own his or her own instrument.