From cellos to banjos, the sound of strings will fill the Trentham Neighbourhood House for an all-ages string band workshop.
After a sold-out workshop in January, Community Music Victoria will be hosting its ‘Introduction to Old Time Session’ again on Sunday, June 23, at the Trentham Neighbourhood house.
Old time is a North American folk music genre played on acoustic stringed instruments, with a strong focus on improvisation.
The two-hour workshop, led by local singer and multi-instrumentalist Cat Moser, immerses attendees in this genre, where they will learn how to ‘shuffle along’, develop deep listening skills, and learn new songs by ear.
People of all ages and skill levels can practise their stringed instrument of choice and are encouraged to bring their violins, fiddles, violas, banjos, guitars, mandolins, ukuleles, double basses, or cellos to the event.
Ms Moser performs with several bands and ensembles both nationally and internationally.
She is also a community arts worker and music teacher, and recently completed her Masters of Therapeutic Arts Practice at MIECAT Institute.
The event is supported by Community Music Victoria and the Helen McPherson Trust as part of the ‘Growing Community Music’ project.
Oscar Parry
