The Irish Fiddlers Retreat Experience

Experience Irish Fiddle Music with Expert Tuition in a Serene Retreat.

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The Irish Fiddlers Retreat Experience:

The Experience

Unlock the soul of Irish music with our Irish Fiddlers Retreat Experience, designed for musicians of all levels who want to learn or refine their Irish fiddle playing.

Led by expert teacher Theresa, our retreat offers personalised instruction tailored to your specific goals from Tuesday to Friday. Enjoy intensive, focused tuition on techniques, bowing, and stylistic features that make Irish music unique.

Highlights:

Personalised Instruction: Theresa provides gentle, effective guidance based on your skill level and goals.
Inclusive for All Levels: From beginners to professionals, classes are designed to match your playing ability, ensuring effective and confident progress.
Relaxed Learning Environment: Enjoy a supportive, fun, and progressive atmosphere in our informal class settings.
Unique Learning Experience: Focus on tunes, techniques, and styles that epitomise Irish music.

Additional Features:

Flexible Leisure Time: Practice your music or unwind in our tranquil gardens, koi pond, garden room with hot-tub, and sauna.
Night-time Music Sessions: Join local Irish musicians if you can play tunes at a reasonable pace. Self-drive guests will receive a local session itinerary.
Convenient Logistics: Complimentary train station collection and return upon request.

Schedule:

Arrival: Tuesday at 10:00 am
Departure: Friday at 12:20 pm
Accommodation: Three nights (Tuesday - Thursday) with a healthy continental breakfast at 9:00 am.
Workshops: Four two-hour fiddle workshops, with class start times arranged in advance with Theresa.

Experience the joy of Irish music in a serene setting, and take your fiddle playing to the next level with our dedicated retreat.

Vital Information

Please be advised to book as far in advance as possible since this unique experience is extremely popular.

The Weather

The Fiddlers Retreat Experience is not dependant on weather conditions.

Session Length

The whole Fiddlers Retreat Experience will last 4 days and you will spend 3 nights in a bed and breakfast.

Numbers

The activity takes place in groups of up to 6 people. The price above is for one person to partake in the Fiddlers Retreat Experience.

Spectators

Any spectators who want to take part in the Fiddlers Retreat are kindly asked to purchase additional vouchers.

What To Wear

Wear comfortable clothing during your stay.

Availability

The Fiddlers Retreat Experience is available nearly all year round.

Location

Co. Tipperary

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The Irish Fiddlers Retreat Experience:

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The Irish Fiddlers Retreat Experience: Availability

The Fiddlers Retreat Experience is available nearly all year round.

The Irish Fiddlers Retreat Experience: Fascinating Facts

Fiddlers Retreat was established in 2005 by Theresa Bourke, an internationally renowned Irish musician and teacher. She created a holiday concept where musicians would visit her region and get to experience a real and authentic insight into Ireland, traditional Irish music, historic and scenic sights.
She also compiled an alternative holiday packages for non-musicians and all holiday packages are designed and created specifically with you in mind and are tailor made to suit individual and group requirements.
Through the variety of activities you will be welcomed into the heart and soul of the real, country Ireland. Theresa made her dream a reality and now welcomes people from all over the world, both musicians and non-musicians.