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Drumshanbo (Droim Sean Bhoth in Irish) is a small town situated in the heart of County Leitrim, Ireland. The town takes its name from the Irish, Druim-Sean-Bhoth or "Ridge of the old huts". Drumshanbo is surrounded by a scenic area of soft rolling hills, woodlands, lakes and the Sliabh an Iarainn and Arigna mountains. It is a beautifully preserved traditional town with traditional pubs, shops and restaurants.

Drumshanbo is situated at the lower tip of Lough Allen, the third biggest lake on the Shannon. It is overlooked by Sliabh an Iarainn, the iron mountain, which is approximately 585 metres high, with a history of iron being mined there for over 200 hundred years.

 

Drumshanbo Summer School of Traditional Music and Culture

Phone: 00 353 719640588

Fax: 00 353 719641839

Email: alleninfo@eircom.net

 

 

Our Programme

Dates for 2010:  Arrive Sunday July 11

                          Course Ends Saturday July 17

 

At Drumshanbo School of Music and language, we offer a fully comprehensive learning experience immersed in nature and complimented by a enjoyable social agenda.

 

Summer 2010 prices are €8oo euro per student. We are offering a 10% discount for a group enrolled before 28^th April 2010.

 

Programme  includes:

· Shared accommodation and full board

· 20 hours of Music weekly

· 20 hours of English tuition

· Daily outdoor activities in our activity centre

· Themed evening activities

· Local excursions

 

Students learn traditional local  music that is unique to the North West and is linked to the Irish way of life. To master this music  and language one must live the lifestyle of the region; growing up hearing and playing the music. However, through exposure, practice and learning it is also possible to understand and command this distinct style. We have chosen instructors who can pass on their musical expertise and experience to you. Our teachers provide instruction in a traditional way – students learn by ear, through listening to instructors and by playing together.

Maximum group size per workshop is 12 students. There are three lessons per day (45 minutes each), in the maximum two private morning sessions and one group session afternoon (see daily schedule). The afternoons are also reserved for practice and group playing. In the evenings students attend performances and local events.