I just wanted to publicly say in this forum what a wonderful, amazing job that Nicole Murray, John Thompson, Steve Cook and the others involved in this project have done in organising and executing the very first Maleny Celtic Winter School in the hinterland of the Sunshine Coast.
It's still going this weekend, but from what I saw today it was amazing. The tutors were fantastic, insightful (even philosophical at times!) and very helpful. The whole vibe about it was great and even though I didn't get to the ceili or the session later, I'm sure it's going to be a huge success.
I hope you guys get to repeat this next year. bravo'
Geez I wish I was still in good old Brisbane...I'd be at Maleny right now. Great to hear there are more and more events in and around Brisbane. There are so SO many wonderful musicians and what a great time of year to have a gathering as well. This time of year in and around Brisbane is the most perfect weather.
Good on you Belinda for the review.
and Hip Hip Horray for
and Nicole
and Steve
and John
and Davydd
and Jenny
and Andy
and Beth
and Fred
I miss playing tunes with you all.
It was a brilliant weekend. Congratulations and a huge thank you to everybody involved. The tutors were so enthusiastic and willing to share their great knowledge and Finbar's staff were excellent hosts. With so many ideas and tips shared it will take a while to absorb them all, but the seeds sown will certainly germinate.
It also turned out to be a chance to catch up with a number of folky friends that I hadn't seen for a while. Can we do it again next weekend? Please?
I was completely blown away with how good this weekend was. Not only great tutors, but great venues and and plenty of eager students ready to take it all in. I'm with "All Moldy"... it's a shame we can't do it again next weekend.
Thanks for the clip Davydd. Just from an observor's point of view that was a great session. Pat yourself on the back for hard work over the weekend too.
Just got back last night - stuffed with the 'flu, but still had a great time. Ben's bodhran tutorial was a particular stand out for me - as was his (and many others') playing in the sessions.
The ceilidh was very well attended, with dancers filling the very large hall.
From the smile on John's face on Sunday arvo it will definately be on for next year. And there's rumours of box and concertina tutorials to be added to the list.
Inaugural Maleny Celtic Winter School
Inaugural Maleny Celtic Winter School
I just wanted to publicly say in this forum what a wonderful, amazing job that Nicole Murray, John Thompson, Steve Cook and the others involved in this project have done in organising and executing the very first Maleny Celtic Winter School in the hinterland of the Sunshine Coast.
It's still going this weekend, but from what I saw today it was amazing. The tutors were fantastic, insightful (even philosophical at times!) and very helpful. The whole vibe about it was great and even though I didn't get to the ceili or the session later, I'm sure it's going to be a huge success.
I hope you guys get to repeat this next year. bravo'
# Posted on June 13th 2009 by b2jay
Re: Inaugural Maleny Celtic Winter School
Geez I wish I was still in good old Brisbane...I'd be at Maleny right now. Great to hear there are more and more events in and around Brisbane. There are so SO many wonderful musicians and what a great time of year to have a gathering as well. This time of year in and around Brisbane is the most perfect weather.
Here is the link: http://www.malenyceltic.org/
Good on you Belinda for the review.
and Hip Hip Horray for
and Nicole
and Steve
and John
and Davydd
and Jenny
and Andy
and Beth
and Fred
I miss playing tunes with you all.
# Posted on June 13th 2009 by keyedup
Re: Inaugural Maleny Celtic Winter School
It was a brilliant weekend. Congratulations and a huge thank you to everybody involved. The tutors were so enthusiastic and willing to share their great knowledge and Finbar's staff were excellent hosts. With so many ideas and tips shared it will take a while to absorb them all, but the seeds sown will certainly germinate.
It also turned out to be a chance to catch up with a number of folky friends that I hadn't seen for a while. Can we do it again next weekend? Please?
# Posted on June 14th 2009 by All Moldy
Re: Inaugural Maleny Celtic Winter School
I was completely blown away with how good this weekend was. Not only great tutors, but great venues and and plenty of eager students ready to take it all in. I'm with "All Moldy"... it's a shame we can't do it again next weekend.
Here's a short clip I captured late one night:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxNwfex0J-4&feature=channel_page
# Posted on June 14th 2009 by davydd
Re: Inaugural Maleny Celtic Winter School
Thanks for the clip Davydd. Just from an observor's point of view that was a great session. Pat yourself on the back for hard work over the weekend too.
# Posted on June 14th 2009 by All Moldy
Re: Inaugural Maleny Celtic Winter School
Just got back last night - stuffed with the 'flu, but still had a great time. Ben's bodhran tutorial was a particular stand out for me - as was his (and many others') playing in the sessions.
The ceilidh was very well attended, with dancers filling the very large hall.
From the smile on John's face on Sunday arvo it will definately be on for next year. And there's rumours of box and concertina tutorials to be added to the list.
More power to their elbows!
Eno
# Posted on June 15th 2009 by bc_box_player
Re: Inaugural Maleny Celtic Winter School
I'd like to add my congratulations to everyone involved. A great event all round! Looking forward to next year.
Thanks for the kind words bc, glad you were able to get something out of the class.
Bring on Maleny 2010!!
# Posted on June 17th 2009 by late in the evening