Welcome To the Swinging Strings Blog

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, August 19, 2011

Year 2 Swinging Strings at Ennis NS

We are delighted to announce that the Board of Management and Principal Mr. McInerney have decided to continue the Swinging Strings programme with all incoming 4th class students commencing  in early September . The project will again be coordinated by Fíona de Buitléir


Attention- 4th class students !   Have a good look at  this site  to get an idea of what is in store in the classes ahead.






***NEW for September2011*** 


It is planned to offer an optional after school orchestra class. The class will be open to any 5th class student who would like to continue learning a string instrument.  Places will be limited . Further details will be made available in early September.  Send  an email to cdstringschool@gmail.com if you wish to pe placed on an mailing list for updates. 
Cathy Desmond BA HDip LTCL