"I think of the sacrifices my grandmother made to bring her Irish music to this country and to share it with her six children and 18 grandchildren... she would be so proud to know that her great granddaughter attended this camp and learned to play the piano as my grandmother did, by ear!"
Great! My son had a wonderful time.
My daughter’s fiddle instructor was great – good instructions, a nice way of speaking to the kids, and she also demonstrated the music beautifully and clearly.
My daughter and I loved the instructor concert. I think it gave her a goal to achieve, and also the hope that she herself could have friends join in and play together.
My daughter absolutely had a wonderful time! She learned new music, and made new friends. This connection made her care more for her Irish heritage.
Everyone was super friendly.
Only one complaint; our son was so blue when it was all over!
My son loved his flute teacher. He was great with the children, and very approachable. Also such a talented player, very inspiring!
I enjoyed the Tune Tussle performances quite a bit as a viewer; it was very creative and so much better than listening to six groups of kids stand up and play the same three or four songs.
My daughter and several of the fiddlers from Austin were featured at a performance last night, and they played a tune they learned at camp. They were so proud of all they learned.
I had a great time. Liz Carroll was the highlight of my excitement, but I enjoyed everything!
"My daughter's teacher zeroed in on the exact tone and pace for the particular kids he was teaching and his patience was endless. "
I appreciate the great program that you put on for the youngsters! Everything was perfect! Keep up the good work!
"I just wanted to say again how wonderful the camp was...so well run...everyone so enthusiastic...and positive and patient."
Great! My daughter had a good time, her fiddle playing improved, and she is even more excited about Irish music.
My daughter LOVED her fiddle class– she thought her teacher was fantastic!
"My son really enjoyed his piano class. It was challenging and fun!"
I want to thank all of the coordinators, teachers, and volunteers who made this music camp a super success for our children.
"Thank you all again for taking the time out of busy schedules to do this camp. My kids love it and learn so much from the experience. It keeps them practicing!"
My daughter loved her fiddle class. The second day was a little challenging, which was good.
My student has really made a leap in progress in his Irish fiddling since attending the Youth Camp.
He learnt three tunes by ear within the last week! His sense of rhythm has improved a lot too.
My kids really enjoyed getting to learn about the dancing that goes with the music.
"Thank you and all your staff for a great experience. It was my son's first year attending and can't wait until next year."
My daughter loved her beginning fiddle class and has been playing her tune a lot with her siblings. They plan to perform it in a family concert soon!
Thanks to everybody who helped make the youth camp possible. It really gives me a lot of motivation to keep learning Irish music. See you next year! I’m already looking forward to it.
"You do such a great job with the camp, and we are so grateful that we get to participate."
“My granddaughter said that it was even more fun than she had expected.”
Both of my children’s instrument class teachers were extremely helpful and very friendly.
Instructors were excellent and easy going. Children were challenged beyond their skill level, but had fun in the process.
My daughter’s teacher was terrific, and I could tell without asking that my daughter adored her. She must have magic in her heart, for they connected in a very special way.
My daughter loved the harp class– the teacher did such a good job of incorporating different levels of players.
My kids have been saying things like “awesome,” and “we loved it, can we do it again next year?”
We love you guys, the sessions were inspiring and fun.
My sons raved about their guitar class.
My kids loved the Tune Tussle. Their instructor/coach was great!
My son loved the whole program!
My daughter thought the Tune Tussle was very fun…
"Your camp was such a blessing to my daughters. They loved it and are eager to come back again next year."
My daughter felt there was plenty of structure, however it was balanced with an allowance to play at your own level.
My children were very excited about Irish music and what they were able to learn in such a short time.
You brought back memories of my grandmother’s box accordion that she brought over on the ship 120 years ago. I have always loved Irish music and dance, and to think that my daughter can learn this, thanks to all of you, amazes me.
"The classes challenged my daughter to break free from the constraints of music on a page."
We wish it could have lasted longer!
After the camp my son missed it so much. It was an experience he will never forget.
We loved hearing the instructor concert, very talented players!
Regarding the instructor concerts: Absolutely a joy to be able to sit, listen, and enjoy!
My kids had a great time, and want to come again.
The classes were excellent, according to the young fiddlers in our house who participated.
My child LOVED it! He learned a lot, had a wonderful time, was well looked after, and would love to come back!
My daughter did not want to leave so I know she enjoyed it very much.
My children loved their classes and instructors!
Both girls thought the instructor concerts were excellent.
I only worry that because it was soooo good, all our friends will want to go next year, and soon we’ll be fighting for a spot!
I think of the sacrifices my grandmother made to bring her Irish music to this country and to share it with her six children and 18 grandchildren… she would be so proud to know that her great granddaughter attended this camp and learned to play the piano as my grandmother did, by ear!
Fantastic instructors. My son loved them.
Absolutely A+++ This was nothing like I could ever imagine.
We will definitely be back and will encourage friends to come too!
Can’t wait for next year! My son said, “It was fun, but you were also learning.”
Great Youth Camp!! It was my fifth year to attend and I plan on returning.
I could describe the camp setting, the instructors, concert, and BBQ as well as the time that you had the children, and it still will never tell the story of what a terrific experience it was.
The classes challenged my daughter to break free from the constraints of music on a page.
"My husband and I loved the performances at the end of camp by the kids. It was a great showcase."
My kids had fun, met new friends, and learned a lot.
