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Workshops at this year's festival


11 Jul 24
by Nathon Jones

Music in the Glen

With so many outstanding musicians in Newton Stewart this weekend it would be foolish not to take full advantage, and we've done just that with a superb programme of traditional music workshops which are included as part of the Weekend Pass ticket, £10 per adult or £Free for under 25s.

Saturday 13th July 2024
3pm-4pm    Festival Marquee    Calum McIlroy (Mandolin)

Sunday 14th July 2024
12pm-1pm    Vault Arts Centre    Brendan Mulholland (Flute)
12pm-1pm    Festival Marquee    Conor Lamb (Whistle/Uilleann Pipes)
1pm-2pm    Vault Arts Centre    Deirdre Galway (DADGAD Guitar)
1pm-2pm    Festival Marquee    Deirdre Moynihan (Fiddle)
2pm-3pm    Festival Marquee    Diarmaid Moynihan (Whistle/Uilleann Pipes)

Workshops are included for Weekend Pass holders, £10 for adults and £Free for under 25s.  Tickets can be purchased on the door for each workshop.

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