Events

16 APR

History of the Uilleann Pipes

St. Louis Irish Arts / 7PM - 8PM

The history of the uilleann pipes (whih were originally alled the union pipes) is fascinating, and not entirely clear, but this lecture will give an overview of the development of this strange and unlikely instrument. Recordings, photos, biographies of important pipe makers, and the various things this instrument has been called will be included. And don't worry, we'll get to where they go the name "uilleann!"

23 APR

St. Louis Tionol

until Apr. 26th / The Focal Point, SLUH, The Sheldon, McGurks

www.tionol.org

27 APR

Learning How to Learn

St. Louis Irish Arts / 6PM - 7PM

In this workshop you'll learn ways to maximize your practice time in order to get more done in less time. Brenda will be giving tips on how to learn more efficiently - tips she's gathered over her 30+ years of teaching traditional Irish music. By the end of the workshop you'll have tools to help you learn more efficiently.

8 MAY

Midwest Fleadh Cheoil

until May. 10th / Ballpark Hilton, Downtown St. Louis

midwestfleadh.org

Friday night: Duets and Trios
Saturday day: Solos
Saturday night: Groups and bands
Sunday: Dancing

1 JUN

Summer Camp

until Jun. 12th / St. Louis Irish Arts