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The Swinging Strings Project would like to welcome pupils, parents and all interested parties to our website. This blog tracks the progress of 80+ children (and their teachers!) as they learn the violin. It is intended to act as a resource for the pupils as they progress and act as an information point for parents, teachers etc.

The project is delivered on an inclusive basis and links to the Irish Primary Music Curriculum. This means that ALL students particpate irrespective of musical backgrounds. It is believed that it is the one of biggest inclusive projects of its kind in the country. Have a look around and learn all about our violin project. Our cover photo was taken by award winning press photographer, John Kelly.
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Cathy Desmond

Friday, March 4, 2011

Al Fresco - 'Oliver' song played outdoors.


Bows aloft



pizzicato Twinkle


Perfect posture Lee


Lee gives  Ms de Buitleir and her guest  some pointers

The unseasonally balmy weather in Clare this week meant we held our rehearsal outside in the school yard. Here's hoping we get the chance to play outdoors again soon. The acoustics were ok in between the buildings and the Under12 hurling team practising had competition for an audience. We practised Oom Pah Pah from Oliver. The song is and music from the show is written by Lionel Bart and is on in Glor Ennis all next week.
Sunshine stringendo


Conor

Violin line
Arco

Posted by Cathy Desmond at 4:09 AM
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1 comment:

  1. AnonymousMarch 8, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    That was a great idea. How were the acoustics? Jill

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