Early Bird Fee: $449 + $22.45 GST (EXTENDED TO MONDAY JUNE 15TH)
Regular Fee: $499 + $24.95 GST
Delve into the art of fiddle playing. Learn different styles of ornamentation, modes and variations used in Irish, Middle Eastern and Jewish/Klezmer music. Hornpipes, jigs, polkas, reels, nigunim and frailachs will be taught by ear and with notation. Technical hurdles can become opportunities to improve musicality and control. Gal with share his ideas about the connection between developing better tone and developing speed. Explore the magic of timing in order to capture the inner beat of each style and play with authenticity and flair. The goal is to play with fluid technique and passion so that we can touch the soul of the listener. Workshop for intermediate to advanced players.
Bio
Gal is one of the new generation musicians in Israel creating new music fused with traditional styles. Classically trained since early childhood, Gal’s first passion was early music and he specialized in the authentic Baroque style of string playing. For several years, Gal performed with the Jerusalem Baroque Orchestra in addition to performing chamber music and recording with several world music ensembles. Ten years ago, after traveling around Ireland, Gal focused his creative talents on Irish music and formed the band Evergreen which performs Celtic and original music. Evergreen has recorded two successful albums and has become one of the most popular ethnic bands in Israel. Gal is well known as a teacher in northern Israel where he currently teaches over 20 private students in the art of violin playing. In addition, Gal offers workshops around Israel teaching classical violinists to play Irish fiddle music by ear. He also performs in the fiddle and harp duo, Tzalool, with harpist Sunita Staneslow.
Special Events
(Included in your tuition)
August 10, 7pm - Welcome Reception: A chance to meet your instructors and pick up your student information packages.
August 12 - Dinner and Harp Concert: Enjoy this evening of great food and performances by the instructors. Extra tickets can be purchased for the dinner and concert for $40: $25 for concert only.
August 13 - Afternoon Outing:Enjoy a trip to Barkerville Historic Town and the Theatre Royal.
August 15, 6pm - Final Night Ceilidh and Potluck Party: A chance for students and instructors to perform.
General Adult Course Information
Classes are held in the large, airy classrooms of the Wells-Barkerville School and run from 9am - 3:30pm with a lunch break from 12 - 1:30pm.
Please note that the lunch break for youth and children’s courses runs 12pm - 1pm.
An affordable breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase at the school.
Discounted accommodations, as well as discounts to restaurants and attractions in Wells/Barkerville are offered to IMA students from businesses.
REGISTRATION POLICY: A non-refundable deposit (approx. 25% of course fee unless otherwise stated) or full payment is required upon registration. Registration deadline is two weeks before course start date. Final payment is due no later than seven days before a course begins. Please add 5% GST to adult courses and material fees. Gift certificates are available.
REFUND POLICY: There are no refunds on course deposits. If full payment has been made and a student withdraws from a course, the fee less the deposit will be refunded.
NOTE: No refunds will be made during the final week before classes begin.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If Island Mountain Arts cancels a course due to insufficient registration, the entire fee will be refunded. Cancellation decisions are made two weeks before course start.
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL-PAY NOW! You’ll save about 10% on summer course fees if you pay in full by June 15.
