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Traditional Irish Music event, IIHSA with INIS


The IIHSA and INIS invite you to a Musical Event at the Irish Institute of Hellenic Studies, Notara 51a, Athens on Sunday February 19, 2023 from 2 pm onwards.

2pm: Lecture: An introduction to Traditional Irish music history in the late modern era. In this lecture Ben Zilker will take us on a brief journey through the history of Irish Traditional Music, and what makes it such a unique voice within western folk traditions. (90 minutes)

30 minute break

4pm: Workshop: Calling on flute players of all levels, ages and backgrounds! Join us for a comprehensive understanding of the basic foundations of Traditional music on the flute. Ornamentation, breathing and a variety of techniques to take your playing to the next level. (90 minutes)

30 minute break

5.30pm: Irish Trad session: Finish off by playing some tunes all around with a couple of drinks.

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