School of Dàimh: West-er Coast!

Welcome to the School of Daimh!

Daimh (say "dive!"), Gaelic supergroup and un-challenged champions of straight in the eye Highland music are based around West Lochaber and the Isle of Skye, is once again bringing their world-famous teaching weekend to the PNW in October! This is a small group workshop/music retreat for those who are experienced in learning by ear and looking to expand their knowledge and repertoire of Scottish session tunes, and for those interested in taking Gaelic song. The workshop takes place in Downtown Bellingham in Washington State.

For melody and chordal instruments we will have two groups of learners, and students can self-select which learning speed is best suited to them. For singers there will be one group that will work with Ellen during class times, and collaborate with the other instrument classes throughout the weekend.

Come enjoy musical camaraderie and immersion in Bellingham, WA!

Approximate Program Schedule:

Friday, October 25th
3:30pm - check-in
4pm - school orientation
4:30pm-7pm - classes
7pm-8:30pm – dinner break
8:30pm-10pm – sesh

Saturday, October 26th
8:30am-10am - early-birds morning slow sesh?
10am-12:30pm – classes
12:30pm-2pm - lunch break
2pm-4:30pm - classes
4:30pm-7pm - dinner/walk break
7pm-10pm - session

Sunday, October 27th
10am-12:30pm – classes
12:30-2pm – lunch
2pm-3pm – all together class
4pm-6pm – ceilidh dance
6:30pm-9pm - dinner/session

Classes will take place at Broadway Hall at 1300 Broadway in Bellingham, WA. For those who are looking for nearby lodging, check out the Heliotrope Hotel, within walking distance of the hall. Students will be responsible for purchasing their own food and drink, but communal locations will be provided for us to gather for meals.

Email Cayley@CelticArts.org with any questions.

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