Irish dance, music and singing workshop with the Cercle celtique de Pornic

  What’s on

The Cercle Celtique de Pornic invites you to an afternoon of immersion in the heart of Irish and Breton musical and dance traditions. From 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm, you can choose from three workshops, followed by a group performance at 7.00 pm to share a convivial moment.

• 1. Irish Music Workshop (with Sophie Bardou)   
  • Discover and explore the traditional Irish-Celtic repertoire alongside Sophie Bardou, an experienced violinist and teacher
  • Content:
    • learning traditional tunes, working on rhythm, tempo, accentuation and the swing characteristic of different styles (reels, jigs, etc.)
    • exploring group arrangements, the specific characteristics of dance music and traditional pub ‘sessions’
  • Level: open to musicians who are already familiar with their instrument (beginners in Irish music, intermediate and advanced players). The ability to read music or play by ear is not essential. Tunes will be sent out in advance.
• 2. Irish Dance Workshop (with the Etceltera association)    
  • Immerse yourself in the heart of Irish dance through a dynamic and accessible workshop
  • Content:
    • Céilí dances: friendly and festive group dances
    • Set Dancing: the art of Irish-style quadrille
    • Introduction to Sean-Nós: a traditional solo style, very rhythmic and focused on footwork (the forerunner of modern tap dancing)
  • Level: open to all (complete beginners welcome!)
• 3. Breton Singing Workshop   
  • Explore the richness of Breton vocal heritage during a friendly 3-hour workshop
  • Content: an introduction to the musicality of the Breton language, learning songs from the folk repertoire and group singing sessions
  • Level: open to all, no prior knowledge of Breton required

All afternoon activities will conclude with a group performance at 7.00 pm

 Practical information:

• Prices per course:
  • Irish music: €25 (members) / €30 (non-members) – Bookings and ticketing: online via HelloAsso
  • Irish dance: €10 (members) / €15 (non-members) - Bookings and ticketing: online via HelloAsso
  • Singing in Breton: information and details available on the ticketing page - Bookings and ticketing: online via HelloAsso
• Contact and enquiries: cercleceltiquepornic@kmel.bzh