Learn how to play Irish traditional music accompaniment on the bouzouki and guitar.
Bouzouki and Guitar Accompaniment for Irish Traditional Music (Age 15 – adult)
Covers techniques of accompaniment for jigs, reels, hornpipes, etc., with focus on rhythm patterns, constructing chord progressions. Well-known session tunes serve as examples. Also discussed: “session survival,” playing in an ensemble. Recording device helpful. Must provide own instrument. More info: 703.969.6909 or keithcarr@mac.com.
Instructor: Keith Carr
Dates: Tuesdays, November 9, 2021 – January 11, 2022 (No class Tuesday, December 28, 2021)
Times: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Sessions: 9
Location: Washington Conservatory Campus at Glen Echo Park
Tuition: $207 (plus the $30 Glen Echo Park registration fee)
$207 (plus the $30 Glen Echo Park registration fee)
Phone: 301-320-2770
Email: info@washingtonconservatory.org
2022/11/15 - 2023/01/17
Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park
7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD 20812
The main parking lot is located on Oxford Road, just off of MacArthur Boulevard, across from the Glen Echo Shopping Center.
From the parking lot, follow the path across the Minnehaha Creek bridge to enter the park.
The staff lot on MacArthur Boulevard is open to the public on weekdays after 4pm and on the weekends.