Fiddle I: Absolute Beginners (Spring 2025) (In Person)

James Cleveland, Mondays, 6pm—7pm

8 weekly sessions beginning April 14

This class will be held in person in the Library Classroom. 

A course for learners with no prior experience, covering how to properly hold the fiddle and bow, tune your instrument, and produce a good tone. By term’s end, students will be able to play one or two Irish tunes. 

Instrument required. For information about instrument rentals and purchases, click here.

Please note that there will be no class on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day.

Student testimonials:

"James is AMAZING. He is an incredible teacher and really made this class what it is...[He was] absolutely accessible to everyone in the room no matter how quickly (or not quickly) they picked up on what we were learning. I would definitely recommend this class to others."   

"James’ contribution to everyone’s musical growth is extraordinary: he plays slow and fast renditions beautifully, and the follow-up includes four or more examples on YouTube after we learn by ear.  He supports the whole extended group year after year with his presence at local jams."