Senior North Shore Celtic Ensemble
Age: 13+
Instruments: violin and other bowed strings; flute/whistle*; piano*, guitar*, bass guitar* mandolin*, and accordion*; percussion*
Pre-requisite: 3+ years of playing experience, including at least 1 year in Junior NSCE
Co-requisite: weekly private lessons
Rehearsals: Wednesday, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm and Saturdays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm September - June
Performances Include:
This season due to Covid restrictions, most of our performances will be live-streamed shows or virtual collaborations. In a “normal” year, the Senior group has:
- Self-produced theatre shows
- Spring Community Ceili dance
- Local festivals, events and fundraisers
- Collaboration with other music ensembles (orchestra, choir, etc)
- Lynn Valley Days parade (weather permitting)
Faculty: Claude Giguère, Gabriel Dubreuil
Tuition: $1,200**
Additional Activity (fees independent from tuition and determined by itinerary):
- Two weekend retreats with professional musicians and/or other youth groups (~$150/ea.)
- Weekend travel to perform and/or attend workshops with other fiddle groups in BC
- A 10-14 day summer tour every 2 years
- (Optional) Attendance at a summer fiddle camp
How to join: Students must spend 1+ year in the Junior Ensemble before auditioning for the Senior Ensemble.
Audition Requirements:
- Play a solo piece of your choice
- Additional pieces and technical requirements (2020/21)
*Limited places available. Please inquire.
**2020/21 season rate (Sept - June)