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Sale Price: €65.00 Original Price: €150.00

Tin-Whistle Classes- Summerhill on Monday Evenings

Kickstart your child’s musical journey β€” 13 weeks for just €65!

Limited-time offer for beginner’s & basic TWβ€” book now!

5:30pm – 6:00pm

  • Total Beginners (Children)
    For students starting Tin Whistle for the first time

  • Basic (Children)
    For students who know a few tunes

  • Polka Standard Whistle Class

6:00pm – 6:30pm

  • Beginners (Children)
    For students with some basic experience

  • Basic (Children)
    For students who know a few tunes

  • Polka Standard Whistle Class

  • Adult-Only Basic Class – with Sean Carroll
    For adult learners with some experience

6:30pm – 7:00pm

  • Intermediate / Basic Jig Level – with Sean Carroll
    (Basic single-jigs, double jigs etc)

Monday Night Classes – 2026 (13 classes)

Class 1 – 12 January
Class 2 – 19 January
Class 3 – 26 January

NO CLASS – 02 February

Class 4 – 09 February

NO CLASS – 16 February

Class 5 – 23 February
Class 6 – 02 March
Class 7 – 09 March

NO CLASS – 16 March

Class 8 – 23 March

NO CLASS – 30 March
NO CLASS – 06 April

Class 9 – 13 April
Class 10 – 20 April
Class 11 – 27 April

NO CLASS – 04 May

Class 12 – 11 May
Class 13 – 18 May

Fiddle-Caoimhe Kearins (Mondays) Fiddle-Caoimhe Kearins (Mondays)
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€100.00

Fiddle Classes with Caoimhe Kearins

Summerhill on Monday Evenings

🎡Please note: In January 2026, we are accepting new students at Improver and Advanced levels in all classes. Complete beginners are welcome in Tin Whistle and Flute only. Beginners on other instruments will need to commence classes in September.

  • 🎢 starting Mon 8th Sep

  • 6pm- Beginner’s Fiddle since September

  • 6:30pm- Basic Fiddle

  • 7pm Improver Fiddle

  • 7:30pm Advanced Fiddle

Monday Night Classes – 2026 (13 classes)

Please note: The term includes 13 classes in total.
Only 12 classes are paid for, as one class is owed from the previous term.

Class 1 – 12 January (owed from previous term)
Class 2 – 19 January
Class 3 – 26 January

NO CLASS – 02 February

Class 4 – 09 February

NO CLASS – 16 February

Class 5 – 23 February
Class 6 – 02 March
Class 7 – 09 March

NO CLASS – 16 March

Class 8 – 23 March

NO CLASS – 30 March
NO CLASS – 06 April

Class 9 – 13 April
Class 10 – 20 April
Class 11 – 27 April

NO CLASS – 04 May

Class 12 – 11 May
Class 13 – 18 May

About Caoimhe Kearins

Caoimhe Kearins hails from Collooney, outside the town of Ballymote, Co. Sligo. She is the third generation of a family steeped in traditional music & song and is a Senior All Ireland fiddle, singing and lilting champion. In 2017 she won the prestigious Senior Fiddler of Dooney title. Caoimhe has previously taught traditional singing. She has tutored at several other festivals and summer schools in recent years and she brings a rich store of skill, a deep understanding of the tradition and experience to her teaching.

Flute & TW - June McCormack (Mon.) Flute & TW - June McCormack (Mon.)
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Flute & TW - June McCormack (Mon.)
€100.00

Kickstart your child’s musical journey β€” 13 weeks for just €150

  • 6pm- Beginner’s Flute

  • 6:30pm- Jigs with ornamentation (Level as of February 2026)

  • 7pm Improver Wind Reels

  • 7:30pm Advanced Wind - For Tin-Whistle & Flute players

Monday Night Classes – 2026 (13 classes)

Class 1 – 12 January
Class 2 – 19 January
Class 3 – 26 January

NO CLASS – 02 February

Class 4 – 09 February

NO CLASS – 16 February

Class 5 – 23 February
Class 6 – 02 March
Class 7 – 09 March

NO CLASS – 16 March

Class 8 – 23 March

NO CLASS – 30 March
NO CLASS – 06 April

Class 9 – 13 April
Class 10 – 20 April
Class 11 – 27 April

NO CLASS – 04 May

Class 12 – 11 May
Class 13 – 18 May

About June McCormack

One of Ireland’s finest flute players and gifted teachers, June comes from Ballintogher, Co. Sligo. In 1998, she was awarded The TG4 Gradam β€˜Young Musician of the Year Award’ in the Town Hall Theatre in Galway, and that same year, she won the All Ireland Senior Flute Competition at Fleadh Cheoil na hΓ‰ireann in Ballina. A primary school teacher by profession, June has published two seminal flute tutorial books in recent years, FliΓΊit (2006) and FliΓΊit 2 (2009).  She has recorded three CDs with Michael Rooney; β€˜Tobar an Cheoil’ (2022), β€˜Land’s End’ (2006) and DraΓ­ocht’ (2004). June is a member of Sligo’s Dartry Ceili Band.

Accordion - Sean Carroll (Mondays) Accordion - Sean Carroll (Mondays)
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Accordion - Sean Carroll (Mondays)
€100.00

Button Accordion Classes- Sean Carroll

Summerhill on Monday Evenings

🎢 Kickstart your child’s musical journey β€” 13 weeks for just €150

  • 6pm: Adult only Basic Tin-Whistle Class with Sean

  • 6:30pm Intermediate/Basic Jig Level class with Sean

  • 7pm Beginner’s accordion

  • 7:30pm Intermediate/advanced accordion

Monday Night Classes – 2026 (13 classes)

Class 1 – 12 January
Class 2 – 19 January
Class 3 – 26 January

NO CLASS – 02 February

Class 4 – 09 February

NO CLASS – 16 February

Class 5 – 23 February
Class 6 – 02 March
Class 7 – 09 March

NO CLASS – 16 March

Class 8 – 23 March

NO CLASS – 30 March
NO CLASS – 06 April

Class 9 – 13 April
Class 10 – 20 April
Class 11 – 27 April

NO CLASS – 04 May

Class 12 – 11 May
Class 13 – 18 MayAbout Sean Carroll

SeΓ‘n began his musical journey on the tin whistle under the guidance of Kevin McTernan and later progressed to the accordion, taught by his father, Michael. Both were members of the County Leitrim CΓ©ilΓ­ Band. He has competed extensively at the Fleadh Cheoil, most notably winning the Senior CΓ©ilΓ­ Band competition with The Dartry CΓ©ilΓ­ Band in 2009. His sister Noelle, a flute player, was also a member of the band.

An experienced and dedicated teacher, SeΓ‘n is passionate about passing on the tradition. He is married to Claire, and together they have three childrenβ€”Emma, Lucy, and Taraβ€”all of whom play both classical and traditional music.

Concertina Classes - Aileen Bourke (Tuesdays) Concertina Classes - Aileen Bourke (Tuesdays)
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Concertina Classes - Aileen Bourke (Tuesdays)
€100.00

🎢 Concertina Classes with Aileen Bourke on Tuesdays

in Summerhill, Sligo

  • 6:30pm- Beginner started in Sep 2025

  • 7pm- Basic

  • 7:30pm Improver

  • 8pm Advanced

Please note: In January 2026, we are accepting new students at Improver and Advanced levels in all classes. Complete beginners are welcome in Tin Whistle and Flute only. Beginners on other instruments will need to commence classes in September.

Tuesday Night Classes – 2026 (13 classes)

Class 1: 13 January

Class 2: 20 January

Class 3: 27 January

NO CLASS – 03 February

Class 4: 10 February

NO CLASS – 17 February

Class 5: 24 February

Class 6: 03 March

Class 7: 10 March

NO CLASS – 17 March

Class 8: 24 March

NO CLASS – 31 March

NO CLASS – 07 April

Class 9: 14 April

Class 10: 21 April

Class 11: 28 April

NO CLASS – 05 May

Class 12: 12 May

Class 13: 19 May

About Aileen

Senior All-Ireland Champion Concertina player, Aileen Bourke is a graduate from the Irish Music and Dance course at the University of Limerick where she obtained a first class honours degree. In recent years she has played extensively throughout Ireland, the UK and America. From Bonniconlon, County Mayo, she is highly sought after as a music tutor.

Aileen took home All-Ireland fleadh medals for 5 consecutive years and was fortunate enough to become the senior concertina all Ireland champion at the 2019 All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Drogheda.

Harp Classes - Michael Rooney (Tuesdays) Harp Classes - Michael Rooney (Tuesdays)
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Harp Classes - Michael Rooney (Tuesdays)
€100.00

🎢 Harp Classes with Michael Rooney on Tuesdays

  • 6:30pm- Beginners (since September 2025)

  • 7:10 pm- Basic Harp

  • 7:50-8:30pm Intermediate/Advanced Harp

The harp term runs over 13 weeks in total. Continuing students are charged for 10 classes only, as the first three Tuesday harp classes are carried forward from the previous term. (Completely new students will have a supplementary fee of E35)

In January 2026, we are accepting new students at Improver and Advanced levels in all classes. Complete beginners are welcome in Tin Whistle and Flute only. Beginners on other instruments will need to commence classes in September.

Tuesday Classes (January–May) Term of 13 weeks

Class 1: 13 January (owed from previous term)

Class 2: 20 January (owed from previous term)

Class 3: 27 January (owed from previous term)

NO CLASS – 03 February

Class 4: 10 February

NO CLASS – 17 February

Class 5: 24 February

Class 6: 03 March

Class 7: 10 March

NO CLASS – 17 March

Class 8: 24 March

NO CLASS – 31 March

NO CLASS – 07 April

Class 9: 14 April

Class 10: 21 April

Class 11: 28 April

NO CLASS – 05 May

Class 12: 12 May

Class 13: 19 May

About Michael Rooney

Michael Rooney is a prolific composer and is widely regarded as one of the foremost players of the traditional Irish harp. Michael was awarded the TG4 Composer of the Year in 2017.

Where the Flame Burns & Music Flows

Craobh Loch Gile is a new branch of Comhaltas in Sligo town.
We nurture Irish traditional music for all ages through expert tuition, cΓ©ilΓ­ band, group & performance opportunities, Gaeilge & sessions.
Here, music is heritage, belonging, and connection.

Membership of Craobh Loch Gile

Family CCE Membership
€20.00

Comhaltas Membership Information

Membership is purchased once per year and runs from September to September.

Membership application details are retained for two years. Access to this information is restricted to relevant Comhaltas staff and branch officers, and is used solely for Comhaltas administration and activities.

Comhaltas does not share personal data with third parties.

This applies to all members of Craobh Loch Gile.


Instrument Rental Term 1

Family CCE Membership
€20.00

Comhaltas Membership Information

Membership is purchased once per year and runs from September to September.

Membership application details are retained for two years. Access to this information is restricted to relevant Comhaltas staff and branch officers, and is used solely for Comhaltas administration and activities.

Comhaltas does not share personal data with third parties.

This applies to all members of Craobh Loch Gile.


Instrument rental for Accordions, Flutes & Fiddles
Sale Price: €50.00 Original Price: €90.00

🎢 Instrument Rental Information

Instrument rental is available to registered Summerhill students attending Monday or Tuesday classes.

βœ… One annual fee covers 11 Months (September 2025 – end July 2026).
βœ… Special Offer: 50% off rental fees for the first year (2025–2026).

πŸ“Œ Summary (at a glance):

  • Harp / Concertina:€180 β†’ €90 + €50 deposit (full year)

  • Flute / Fiddle / Button Accordion:€90 β†’ €45 + €45 deposit (full year)

All instruments must be returned by mid-August 2026.

🎡 Harp & Concertina Rental

  • Rental period: September 2025 – August 2026 (11.5 months)

  • One-time fee (with 50% discount): €90 (covers the full year)

  • Security deposit: €50 (payable on collection)

🎻 Flute, Fiddle & Button Accordion Rental

  • Rental period: September 2025 – August 2026 (11.5 months)

  • One-time fee (with 50% discount): €45 (covers the full year)

  • Security deposit: €45 (payable on collection)

Instrument rental for Harps/Concertinas
Sale Price: €90.00 Original Price: €180.00

🎢 Instrument Rental Information

Instrument rental is available to registered Summerhill students attending Monday or Tuesday classes.

βœ… One annual fee covers 11 Months (September 2025 – end July 2026).
βœ… Special Offer: 50% off rental fees for the first year (2025–2026).

πŸ“Œ Summary (at a glance):

  • Harp / Concertina:€180 β†’ €90 + €50 deposit (full year)

  • Flute / Fiddle / Button Accordion:€90 β†’ €45 + €45 deposit (full year)

All instruments must be returned by mid-August 2026.

🎡 Harp & Concertina Rental

  • Rental period: September 2025 – August 2026 (11.5 months)

  • One-time fee (with 50% discount): €90 (covers the full year)

  • Security deposit: €50 (payable on collection)

🎻 Flute, Fiddle & Button Accordion Rental

  • Rental period: September 2025 – August 2026 (11.5 months)

  • One-time fee (with 50% discount): €45 (covers the full year)

  • Security deposit: €45 (payable on collection)

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