How to Start a Celtic Group in Your Orchestra Program. No experience necessary!
Saturday, January 24, 2026
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Description
Curious about adding Celtic and fiddle music to your music program but not sure where to start? This hands-on workshop offers step-by-step guidance to help you introduce your students to the Celtic music. Learn about essential resources, beginner-friendly tunes, instrumentation (including how to incorporate traditional Celtic instruments), and practical teaching strategies. Perfect for educators working with limited time and budget, this session will leave you ready to start your own vibrant Celtic music program.
Speakers
Tatyana Walters
Melissa Meyers
Melissa Meyers
Learning Objective 1
Identify key elements of Celtic and fiddle music that can be effectively integrated into a school music program, including common stylistic features, beginner-friendly tunes, and essential resources.
Learning Objective 2
Learn how to use and vary the instrumentation that you have in your current ensembles.
Learning Objective 3
Design a basic implementation plan for starting a Celtic music program, incorporating appropriate instrumentation and methods for introducing traditional Celtic instruments into classroom instruction.
Session Level
Elementary, Middle School/Junior High, High School