Saturday Schedule - March 9th, 2013

Note:

It is illegal to have any alcohol, illegal drugs or weapons with you at the Eugene Irish Cultural Festival, including the Friday evening concert.
Below is the schedule for workshops, presentations, performances, sessions, ceili & hurling match at Sheldon High School on Saturday, March 9th, 2013 from 10:30 am to 6:00 pm.
Hover your mouse cursor over the workshop/presentation/performance and learn more about it.
Some workshops have mandatory supply fees: Basket Weaving, Introduction to Irish Music on Fiddle, Composing Celtic Inspired Tunes
Due to our limited budget this year, donations will be requested at each workshop. Please help support the festival by donating via cash or check if you can.
At the bottom of this page is the Workshop Registration Form to submit for registering for workshops. We recommend that you register ASAP for workshops because some will fill to their maximum soon.

Time	Art Room I	Art Room II	Band Room	Choir Room	Little Theater	Cafeteria East	Cafeteria West	Auditorium	Sheldon Turf Field
11:00	How to Play Guitar at an Irish Session-Tom Landa- This workshop is for those who know how to play guitar but are new to Irish sessions, but anyone is welcome to attend. An Irish session is a gathering of musicians and singers who play and sing Celtic and other music together. Learn different rhythmic techniques for jigs (double jigs, slip jigs and slides), reels, hornpipes, polkas and/or waltzes, typical progressions of chords for the most commonly used keys (e.g. G Major), session etiquette and DADGAD tuning. Bring your guitar. You are welcome to bring a recording device, and notebook and pen/pencil for taking notes. About Tom Landa Limit: 20 Register below to reserve your spot.	How to Play Traditional Irish Tunes on Banjo-Brad Gillard- This workshop is for those who know how to play banjo but are new to Irish music or would like to learn more about how to play Irish music, but anyone is welcome to attend. You will learn how to play two or more Irish tunes in this workshop, plus ornamentation. Bring your banjo. You are welcome to bring a recording device, and notebook and pen/pencil for taking notes. About Brad Gillard Limit: 20 Register below to reserve your spot.	History & Rules of Hurling-Stephen Power- Stephen Power is from Ireland and lives in Portland, Oregon. Steve will cover the history of Hurling (the National Sport of Ireland and the oldest and fastest team sport on Earth) and the rules of Hurling. Not just a presentation but demonstrating some hurling actions as well. Limit: 50 Register below	Playing Traditional Irish Music on Fiddle Workshop-Kalissa Hernandez- This workshop will be taught to those who know how to play violin/fiddle and learn by ear and who play at the intermediate to advanced level on fiddle. All levels of fiddle players are welcome. Learn two or more traditional Irish tunes and ornamentation. Bring your fiddle/violin. You are welcome to bring a recording device, and notebook and pencil for taking notes. About Kalissa Hernandez Limit: 50 Register below to reserve your spot.	Irish Dance Workshop-Maldon Meehan- Learn traditional Irish dancing from Maldon Meehan who has been teaching Irish dance since 1994. You are welcome to bring a recording device, and notebook and pencil for taking notes. About Maldon Meehan Limit: 50 Register below to reserve your spot.	Basket Weaving ($10 supply fee)-Sheila Tasker- Must be 16 or older. Taught for beginners, but all levels welcome. Willow Tension Trays: In this workshop you will learn to weave this rustic willow tray. The simple, strong design is fun and easy to make, and it looks lovely with scones or a soda bread on it. $10 supply fee which includes all the materials and hand outs. Please bring an Old towel, basket scissors or pruners. Sheila will have some to share. Limit: 10 Register below to reserve your spot.	Family Activities: Learn about many aspects of Irish culture, history, geography, mythology and crafts by participating in these activities. People of all ages are welcome. 1. Earn an Irish Coin 2. Ancient Body Art & Temporary Tattoos 3. Make Bridget's Cross 4. Grow Your Own Shamrocks 5. Learn Irish Place Names 7. Make a Celtic Cross 8. Learn About Irish Bogs 9. Make a Book: About Fairies, About Irish Mythology, About Irish Bogs 10. Make and/or Color Celtic Knots		From 11 am to 4 pm a tournament of Hurling Matches between four Hurling Teams. Hurling is the National Sport of Ireland.
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12:30	Uilleann Pipe Workshop-Eliot Grasso- Eliot Grasso has a Ph.D. in Musicology and is an Adjunct Instructor of Musicology at the University of Oregon. His Master's Degree is from the University of Limerick, Irish World Academy of Music and Dance. He has nine entries in the upcoming Encyclopaedia of Music in Ireland as well as several articles published in Iris na bPiobairi. Eliot has been playing and teaching the Uilleann Pipes for many years. About Eliot Grasso Limit: 15 Register below to reserve your spot.	Singing Irish Songs While Staying Healthy Workshop-Chris Boveroux- Chris Boveroux, a graduate student in choral conducting at the University of Oregon, will use Irish music to explore some common vocal production problems. He will help participants sing Irish songs while keeping their voice in better health. We will focus on basic technical aspects of the voice and the singing mechanism. Be ready to sing! About Chris Boveroux Limit: 20 Register below to reserve your spot.	Genealogy Workshop - Tracing Your Ancestors Back to Ireland-Dawn Carlisle- Dawn Carlile has been teaching Genealogy workshop for the Oregon Genealogical Society for many years. Dawn will show you many resources for tracing your ancestors back to Ireland. It is recommended that those who attend this workshop are aware of their ancestor's names, but everyone is welcome to attend. You are welcome to bring a recording device, notebook and pen/pencil for taking notes. Limit: 50 Register below to reserve your spot.	Introduction to Playing Irish Music on Fiddle - 25 cent supply fee-Justin Lader- This workshop fiddlers/violists new to Traditional Irish Music. Learn the fundamentals of Irish fiddle ornamentation. Emphasis will be on learning ornaments such as grace notes, rolls, and different bowings. We will focus on two jigs in G-Major: The Kesh Jig, and Chi Mi Na Morbheannna (Mist Covered Mountain). Along with the faster jigs, we will also play and discuss ornamentation for a waltz in G-Major, Tabhair Dom Do Lamb (Give Me Your Hand). Expect to come away with insight and a basic understanding of how to construct, place ornaments, and change bowings in jigs and waltzes. Students are encouraged to familiarize and memorize the basic tunes before coming to the workshop, but it is not necessary. Printed music will be available. Bring your fiddle/violin. You can bring bring a recording device, notebook and pencil for taking notes. Justin Lader plays both viola and violin/fiddle, and teaches at The Shedd. About Justin Lader Limit: 50 Register below to reserve your spot.
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1:00					Eugene Recorder Ensemble-The Eugene Recorder Ensemble- The Eugene Recorder Ensemble will play traditional Irish music on recorders including sopranos, altos, tenors and base recorders.	Ceili Dance -Maldon Meehan- A Ceili Dance is an Irish Social Dance, similar to contra dancing, square dancing, Renaissance dancing, and Scottish and English country dancing. Maldon Meehan is an awesome Ceili Dance instructor and will teach you step by step how to do each dance. The Paperboys will play the music. About Maldon Meehan		Sheldon Varsity Choir and Dublinaires-Sheldon Choirs- Listen to the Sheldon Varsity Choir and Dublinaires sing Irish and other songs. About Sheldon Choirs
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2:00	Introduction to Irish Language Workshop-Ger Killeen- Learn at the introduction level of the Irish language from an awesome humanities professor at Marylhurst University and is fluent in the Irish language. He was born in Limerick, grew up in Ireland and attended University College of Dublin and University of London. You are welcome to bring a recording device, notebook and pen/pencil for taking notes. About Ger Killeen Limit: 30 Register below to reserve your spot.	Irish Knitting Workshop-Kat Elligsen- This workshop is for those who know how to knit who would like to learn how to knit Irish patterns. Bring yarn, knitting needles and a knitting hook. Limit: 20 Register below to reserve your spot.	All About Irish Bogs-Peggy Hinsman- Learn about how bogs are created, about the different kinds of bogs, what grows in bogs, what types of animals live in bogs and how the Irish used and use bogs Limit: 50 Register below to reserve your spot.	Irish Stories-Eileen O'Malley Hanna- Eileen O'Malley Hanna will tell several Irish stories for people of all ages, including stories with Irish mythology.	Composing Celtic Inspired Tunes (1 quarter supply fee)-David Helfand- In this workshop, participants will be introduced to what stylistically and culturally makes a Celtic tune and how to draw upon the traditions to create original pieces. The difference between jigs, slip jigs, reels, hornpipes and aires will be discussed and participants will have the opportunity to hear pieces played in these styles and to experience playing with these various rhythms and melodies, and also how to apply them to original tunes. Sample pieces played together in the class will be simplified so all participants can participate and made playable for musicians who play by ear. Creating and gaining inspiration through travel will be discussed along with the opportunity for participants to create melodies or melodic phrases. The class will have the opportunity to co-create together. Participants of all skill levels and instruments of choice are welcome. For ages 10 and up but all are welcome. A handout will be provided for 1 quarter.			Murray Irish Dancers-Murray Irish Dancers- Watch these fabulous dancers who have been taught Irish dancing by Geraldine Murray. About Murray School of Irish Dancing
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3:00				Irish Music: Ceili Mhor-Ceili Mhor- Each winter term at the University of Oregon, harpist Laura Zaerr teaches a Celtic music class. Ceili Mhor is the group of students taking this class and will perform traditional Irish music on several different instruments. About Laura Zaerr		Session-Irish Session- Bring your instrument and play traditional Irish music in a jam session. What's a session?		Michael Kevin Daly-Michael Kevin Daly- Michael will play guitar and sings Celtic sons at this performance. About Michael Kevin Daly
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3:30	Next Level of Irish Language Workshop-Ger Killeen- Learn at the introduction to intermediate level of the Irish language from an awesome humanities professor at Marylhurst University and is fluent in the Irish language. He was born in Limerick, grew up in Ireland and attended University College of Dublin and University of London. You are welcome to bring a recording device, notebook and pen/pencil for taking notes. About Ger Killeen Limit: 30 Register below to reserve your spot.	Yet to be filled.	Scottish-Irish Country Dance Demos & Workshop-Eugene Scottish Country Dancers- These are Scottish country dances but performed to such popular Irish tunes such as Smash the Windows, Rakes of Mallow, Muirsheen Durkin and Irish Rover. The dance entitled Roaring Jelly (a.k.a. Smash the Windows) will be taught by Robert, an experienced country dance teacher who now resides near Eugene. Ample participation will be most welcome; be prepared for an exhilarating group dance experience.		Irish Dance Workshop-Geraldine Murray- Geraldine Murray owns and teaches Irish Dancing at the Murray School of Irish Dancing in Portland, Oregon. Geraldine as been involved in Irish dance and music for over 40 years and is certified by An Coimisiun le Rinci Gaelacha (The Irish Dance Commission) in Dublin, Ireland, since 1995. She's a member of the Irish Dance Teachers Association of North America and the Western US Region of Irish Step Dance Teachers where she currently serves on the board of directors as the Western US Regional Secretary. About Geraldine Murray Limit: 50 Register below to reserve your spot.
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4:00			Transition	Harp Circle Performance-Harp Circle- A trio of harpists, including Laura Zaerr and Noah Brenner will entertain and impress you with their playing of traditional Irish music on harps. About Laura Zaerr About Noah Brenner				David Helfand & Justin Lader-David & Justin- Celtic Harpist and multi-instrumentalist, David Helfand and violist, Justin Lader perform an eclectic blend of original world music. Their music ranges from Celtic, Middle Eastern and music inspired by various cultures. For this performance, David and Justin will feature their vibrant original Celtic inspired pieces and traditional musical gems. They have performed throughout the Pacific Northwest and embarked on their first tour of Northern CA the summer of 2012. About David Helfand About Justin Lader	Transition
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5:00								The Eugene Highlanders-Eugene Highlanders- The Eugene Highlanders will play traditional Celtic music. Several Scots have Irish heritage as well. You will truly enjoy this excellent band.About the Eugene Highlanders
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Time	Art Room 1	Art Room 2	Band Room	Choir Room	Little Theater	Cafeteria East	Cafeteria West	Auditorium Main Stage	Sheldon Turf Field
Register for Workshops Workshops from 11:00 AM to 12:20/12:50 PM: (select only one) How to Play Guitar at an Irish Session - Tom Landa (no supply fee) How to Play Irish Tunes on Banjo - Brad Gillard (no supply fee) Playing Traditional Irish Music on Fiddle - Kalissa Hernandez (no supply fee) Irish Dance Workshop - Maldon Meehan (no supply fee) Basket Weaving - Sheila Tasker - At least 16 years old. Bring an Old Tower and either basket scissors or pruners. $10 supply fee - bring cash or a check made out to Sheila Tasker. Workshops from 12:30 PM to 1:50 PM: (select only one; don't select one if you selected the Basket Weaving Workshop unless you plan to leave the Basket Weaving Workshop in time to get to this workshop) Uilleann Pipe Workshop - Eliot Grasso (no supply fee) Singing Irish Songs While Staying Healthy Workshop - Chris Boveroux Genealogy Workshop - Tracing Your Ancestors Back to Ireland: Dawn Carlile (no supply fee) Introduction to Playing Irish Music on Fiddle - Justin Lader Workshops from 2:00 PM to 3:20 PM: (select only one) Introduction to the Irish Language - Ger Killeen (no supply fee) Irish Knitting - Kat Elligsen (no supply fee) All About Irish Bogs - Peggy Hinsman (no supply fee) Composing Celtic Inspired Tunes - David Helfhand (1 quarter supply fee) Workshops from 3:30 PM to 4:50 PM: (select only one) The Next Level of the Irish Language - Ger Killeen (no supply fee) Irish Dance Workshop - Geraldine Murray (no supply fee) Enter the name of the person or people you would like to register for all of the workshops you've selected above: Due to budget constraints this year, donations will be requested for each workshop. I acknowledge that for each workshop, donations will be requested. If I can, I will contribute via cash or check (made out to Eugene Irish Cultural Festival). Those who register for the workshop need to arrive at the workshop 5 minutes prior to the workshop. If they don't, they're reserved spot(s) may be given to someone else. I acknowledge that those who are being registered may lose their reserved spots in this workshop if they don't arrive five minutes before the workshop starts. Some workshops have supply fees that need to be paid at the workshop with either cash or check. I acknowledge that the person/people I am registering for this workshop will bring either cash or check for paying the supply fee at the beginning of the workshop. Enter your email address: We will reply as soon as possible regarding your registration for workshop(s).

Saturday Schedule - March 9th, 2013

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