Harp and Uilleann Pipes

Harp and Uilleann Pipes classes take place on Wednesdays in the Stranmillis University Music Department.

Harp classes are in Studio 4 and pipes classes are in Studio 2.

We have a limited supply of harps and Uilleann pipes for hire for up to three successive terms. Please email info@belfasttrad.com to express interest.

HARP WITH NIAMH MOONEY

Beginners – 6:00–7:00pm
New absolute beginners are welcome. Students normally spend 2 or 3 terms at this level. If you need to hire a harp, click above to check availability.

Improvers – 7:00–8:00pm
This level focuses on developing a good hand position and basic left-hand bass accompaniments, getting more comfortable with the instrument and gaining confidence.

Intermediate/Advanced – 8:00–9:00pm
This class works on ornamentation, expanding your repertoire, and establishing a better, more complex left-hand bass accompaniment.

UILLEANN PIPES WITH TOM CLARKE

Beginners – 7:00–8:00pm
Join this class if you are just starting out on the pipes. Tom will teach you the basics of holding the pipes and producing your first notes.

Intermediate – 8:00–9:00pm
This class is for those who have completed a term or two at beginners and are ready to learn tunes by ear.

Niamh Mooney

Niamh is a very talented teacher who is popular with her students.

TOM CLARKE

Tom Clarke is well-known in piping circles. He has been teaching the pipes for many years now and is very skilled in explaining the intricacies of this ancient and beautiful instrument. While the pipes are not the easiest instrument to learn, their music has been an essential component of Irish music for over 300 years. unparalleled. Tom also organises the annual Belfast Piping Tíonol, held every March. In 2005 Tom was honoured to receive an award from Na Píobairí Uilleann in recognition and appreciation of over 30 years of dedicated teaching on the uilleann pipes.