A chance for melodeon players at the beginner level to explore the instrument and basic rhythms in more depth. This workshop will focus on playing traditional English polkas, jigs and waltzes, how to start crossing the rows and introduce some left-hand variation.
Suitable for players who have some basic knowledge of the instrument already (i.e. can play a number of simple tunes oom-pah on the left hand), and who have their own instrument. Participants do not need to read music notation, but a basic knowledge of music (scales, chords, time signatures) will help.
This workshop is for melodeons (squeezebox that plays different notes on the squeeze and on the pull for the same button), instruments tuned in D/G with a minimum of 2-rows and 8-basses.
Double check yours is in DG tuning via this handy post put together by tutor Mel Biggs: https://melbiggsmusic.co.uk/2022/05/25/know-what-type-of-melodeon-you-have/
If you don’t have your own instrument some loan boxes will be available on the day. Limited number available, so please contact us at education@stables.org if you need to borrow one.
Tutor Mel Biggs is a musician, performer and melodeon teacher based in Derbyshire, England. Renowned the world over for her perceptive, patient and mindful manner in teaching groups and individuals, Mel is a leading light in the world of melodeon teaching; both on and off-line.
Refreshments:
Tea & coffee is provided.
Participants on a full day workshop or course should bring a packed lunch and other snacks.
