The program will be an introduction to Irish Traditional Music and its creative process as well as the study of cultural aspects of Ireland and how it relates to the different styles of Irish Traditional Music. Part of the program will be in residence at the University College Cork where students will attend daily lectures and master classes. All participants will study the Irish whistle and take private one hour lessons on their major instruments, voice or dance (whistle, Irish flute, uillean pipes, bodhrán, fiddle, piano, button accordion, guitar, concertina, Sean-Nós singing, set dancing and step dancing (old style). The students will visit several pubs to observe and hear the variety of styles of Irish music.Participants do not have to be music majors. It is not necessary to read music since Irish Traditional Music is mainly taught by ear. There will be weekend excursions to popular geographical and historical sites. The program will spend time in Dublin, Cork, Cobh and Blarney. Each participant will register for four hours of credit.

There is a limited enrollment of 15 students. The Ireland Program consists of two 2hr. courses offered during the first summer session. Introduction to Irish Traditional Music (3530 or 5530) and The Creative Process in Irish Traditional Music (3531 or 5531) Honors Credit is available for these courses. The course objectives are to introduce students to Irish Traditional Music through hands on approach with performances and interactions with Irish musicians. There is orientation sessions during the spring semester that will introduce the students to the Irish whistle and the cultural aspects of Ireland.
Faculty include: Dr. Scott Meister, Director of the program and Professor of Music, Dr. Nancy Schneeloch-Bingham, Professor of Flute, and Ms. Mary Mitchell-Ingoldsby, Professor, University College Cork, Ireland

Cost of the Program is $3625. It includes air fare, lodging, breakfast each day, private lessons, all transportation , insurance, a whistle, Irish music sessions, visits to museums, castles and all excursions. The program cost does not include tuition and spending/food money.

Schedule of Payments: At the time of application - $625 (refer to page 3 of the application for cancellation policies.)
Jan 29 - $1000
Feb. 26 - $1000
March 31- $1000 and tuition ($122/hr for U and $154/hr for G))
Checks should be made out to Appalachian State University.
Students wishing to stay longer in Ireland or travel to other places in Europe should notify the director in advance.

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Participants do not have to be music majors but do need to have a proficiency on an instrument, voice or dance. It is not necessary to read music since Irish Traditional Music is mainly taught by ear. They need to fill out an International Studies application form. students from other institutions and ASU graduating seniors are also welcome to apply. A valid USA passport is needed and is sufficient to travel to Ireland.
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