Courses & Events
Traditional Music Courses
Music Recitals
Dance Workshops
Sean Nós Singing
Writers Workshop
Poetry Readings
Lectures
Basket Weaving Courses
Official Opening
Musician in Residence
Oiche Ghaelach
Open Air Concert
Mass

Instruments & Tutors
Accordion
Banjo
Flute
Concertina
Fiddle
Harp
Tin Whistle
Uileann Pipes
Dance Workshop

Cúrsaí Samhraidh
Department of Education Approved School for Primary Teachers

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Irish Traditional Music Summer School

Contact Scoil Acla

Scoil Acla /Achill Tourism Office
Annabelle tel: +353 98 47353
Diarmuid Gielty tel: +353 98 43107
Web: www.scoilacla.com

For accommodation, travel and any other information about Achill Island, please visit the
Achill Tourism website

Telephone: +353 98 47353


FAQ's - Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an age requirement in order to participate?

Scoil Acla caters for both young and old. All activities will have a mixed class of children and adults, depending on ability levels. (Yes, beginning adults are welcome!) For the music classes, the minimum age is usually around seven. Students would need to have a genuine interest in the activity. If you require further clarification,

Can I participate in more than one class/activity?

Depending on the time schedule for the classes, you are welcome to participate in more than one. For example, many students choose to take music classes in the morning and then singing or dancing in the afternoon. The writer’s workshop is an all-day class.

Do I need to have my own instrument?

It would be best to provide your own instrument. On rare occasions, we may be able to source an instrument but there is no guarantee.

Where do the classes take place?

Classes take place in various venues throughout the island.

Can I pre-register for the summer school?

Yes. You may print off an application form from the web site and send your registration fee to Scoil Acla, Cashel, Achill, County Mayo.

How do I secure accommodation for the week?

There are several hotels, guesthouses, B & Bs, and self-catering accommodations. In addition, there are caravan parks with camping facilities and hostels on the island. For further information, please consult the Achill Tourism website.

Are the classes held through the medium of Irish ?

No, the classes are all taught through English even though the majority of tutors can speak Irish. As half of Achill is a Gaeltacht region there is a great emphasis on the use of Irish especially ‘Gaeilg Acla’ (the Achill dialect) at our events and through out the week in general.


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