Join usfor a day of heart-felt singing while we explore the richness of Appalachian ballads, early gospel, and choral singing from Zimbabwe.  Brendan has just returned from three weeks in Zimbabwe and has lots of great songs and stories to share. All songs will be taught by ear and no experience is necessary.

 

                                           

When:  Sunday, May 22nd , from 10:00 a.m.  to 3:00 p.m.

 

Where: The Marsh, 15000 Minnetonka Blvd.,  Minnetonka, 55345

 

Cost:  Early registration $50 (by April 22nd).  $65 at the door.  $35 for students.

For registration or questions,  email Betsy Sansby at bsansby@comcast.net

 

Brendan  Taaffe is a singer, community choir leader, contra dance caller, composer, arranger, performer and teacher who has taught with Village Harmony, and given vocal workshops in Ireland, Bulgaria, England, Zimbabwe, and the U.S.  He holds a Master's degree in Traditional Music from the University of Limerick and is known for his dynamic conducting, as well as his warmth, caring, and generosity as a teacher.  He also plays a mean guitar, fiddle, button accordian, and the mbira—a traditional instrument from Zimbabwe .