Workshops & Master Classes

Our workshops and master classes bring the best performers and teachers from the region and beyond to share their expertise.

Most events are open to the community to participate or observe.

Upcoming Master Classes and Workshops

Mamadou Diabate balafon

African Percussion Workshop with Mamadou Diabate

Saturday, September 20,
3:30 pm
to 4:30 pm EDT
Free
Kilton Library

This workshop and presentation will introduce West African Polyrhythms through the balafon, a traditional African wooden xylophone, and other percussion instruments including tension drums, barrel drums, cowbells, and shakers.

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Carolan Workshop & Jam Mini-Fest

Friday, October 10,
5:00 pm
to 7:00 pm EDT
Workshop: $15, Jam: Suggested $15, Concert: Free
Upper Valley Music Center

Join us for a mini-festival and celebration of music by Turlough O’Carolan (1670-1738), Irish harper and composer.

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Workshops with Dr. Richard Lissemore

Sunday, October 19,
12:00 pm
to 4:30 pm EDT
$100 for one, $150 for both
Upper Valley Music Center

Dr. Lissemore will conduct two separate workshops intended for teachers of singing, students who want more pedagogical information or anyone…

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Bal Folk Workshop with Eloise & Co.

Saturday, October 25,
3:00 pm
to 5:00 pm EDT
$30
Upper Valley Music Center

Join our special guests Rachel Bell, Becky Tracy, and Rachel Aucoin for a workshop learning tunes from the balfolk dance…

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Colburn Park Trad Music Festival

Friday, July 31, 2026 to Sunday, August 2, 2026
Colburn Park

Dive into the dynamic world of traditional music for a weekend of playing, learning, dancing, jamming, performance, and more. Upper…

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