Land o' Burns Fiddle Weekend
Date and time
Location
University of the West of Scotland
Ayr Campus
University Avenue
Ayr
KA8 0SX
United Kingdom
Refund policy
Refunds up to 30 days before event
Description
An Incredible Weekend Learning Techniques and Tricks with Some of Scotland's Top Fiddlers
What's Included:
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At least 15 hours of tuition in group sessions.
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Lunch on each of the three days.
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Tea/Coffee & Biscuits on each of the days.
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Access to the 2 evening sessions.
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Ticket to the Tutors' Concert at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
FAQs
Will I need to know the tunes in advance?
The tutors will provide music however much of what will be taught will be techniques and styles of fiddle playing.
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
No, however a you should be able to play the fiddle to an intermdiate standard at least.
Can I change level if I feel I have put myself in the wrong level?
Yes, subject to there being enough room in the space you are wanting to change to (it shouldn't be an issue)
What are 'Intermediate' and 'Advanced' levels?
Intermediate - You should be able to play several tunes at a reasonable pace, in G major, D Major, A Major, A minor, B minor and E minor.
Advanced - You should be able to play tunes at speed, in the most common keys. You should be understand different bowing and ornamentation techniques. Some position work might be included.
