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    Elizabeth Johnston

     

    BODHRAN CLASSES


    Learn how to play the Irish frame drum, the bodhran.
    • how to play jigs and reels
    • how to tell the difference between different time signatures
    • variations on the basic rudiments
    • how to tune your drum
    • the correct way to hold the cipin (the stick you play the drum with)
    • how to read drum notation
    • and even how to pronounce the word "bodhran!"

    Elizabeth has played the bodhran for seven years, and has over 20 years of teaching experience in other subjects. She has studied bodhran with Fred Graham, who is an All-Ireland Champion (as drummer in an accordion band) and the current drummer for The Irish Rovers.

    Elizabeth plays regularly at Irish music sessions around Montreal, as well as during the St. Patrick's Day parade for the town of Westmount.
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    Payment Methods for Classes

    _1.  Credit cards are accepted through PayPal.
    2.  Cheques -- E-mail for further instructions.

    Refund Policy

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    1. If you change your mind up to four weeks before the start of any seminar or workshop, refunds less $40 will happily be given.
    2. If you change your mind up to two weeks before the start of any seminar or workshop, a refund less $60 will happily be given.
    3. Or, you can wait until the next seminar or workshop series.
    4. There are no refunds for manuscript evaluations or personal consultations.

    CLASSES OFFERED

    Beginner Bodhran

    Private classes or gift certificates are available. Use the contact page for further information.