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Age: 12+
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Teaching since 2006
Ph.D. & M.A. Space Physics & Astronomy; B.A. Physics
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Deepen your Fiddle Skills with Engaging Lessons from a Scottish Master
I instruct in the Scottish style of fiddling, with a rounded approach, including introductions to the Cape Breton, Highland, Grand Northeast, and Shetland regional styles.
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Elk Park ct
Teaching Hours
Monday
11:30 AM-1 PM
1:15 PM-2 PM
4 PM-5 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM-1:30 PM
2 PM-3 PM
3:30 PM-4:30 PM
5:30 PM-6:30 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM-2 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM-2 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
45 minutes
$65
About Peter W.
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I am a traditional Scottish musician specializing in 18th century music. I have studied Highland bag piping since 2001 and Scottish Fiddling since 2002 (with a background in classical violin). I teach both Scottish Fiddle and Highland Bagpipes, as well as Scottish Small pipes and Border pipes.
I have supplemented these areas of knowledge by studying Gaelic since 2007 and Clàrsach (wire-strung harp) since 2012. I have performed with the Potomac Valley Scottish Fiddle Club and the City of Alexandria Pipes and Drums since 2004, for weddings and Scottish Country Dances since 2006, and founded the Scottish Folk-Acoustic band The Devil's Tailors in 2008, and lead the only DC-area open Scottish jam session. I also participate in a living history unit reenacting the 1745 rebellion in the Highlands, leading me to study the music's historical context.
My approach to Scottish traditional music is holistic; I feel it's important to experience how song feeds into instrumental music, and how the instrumental traditions interact with one another, and impart that broader view to my students. My focus is mostly on the folk traditions, though for bagpipe students, I teach the current and formal pipe band technique and repertoire as a foundation.
I have twice qualified for the US National Scottish Fiddling Championship, and was 4th place overall in Grade 4 Senior out of almost 850 pipers in 2006, and have been taking an extended hiatus from competition.
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8 Reviews
Ryan
Teacher's studio
Peter is a wealth of knowledge in music, and a multitude of instruments and their histories. His teaching methodology is effective and seems well-tailored to the individual student. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to learn.
Posted Jun 12, 2024
David
Teacher's studio
Very knowledgeable. Methodical.
Posted Mar 27, 2023
Wayne
Teacher's studio
Excellent instructor that makes learning fun. Highly recommend!
Posted Dec 1, 2021
Experience
Manager, piper & lead fiddler
Apr, 2007 - PresentThe Devil's Tailors
Traditional Scottish Celtic band performing in the Washington, D.C. area.
Education
Ph.D. & M.A. Space Physics & Astronomy; B.A. Physics
Sep, 1988 - Jan, 1999Rice University
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
Peter's Gallery
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Elk Park ct
Teaching Hours
Monday
11:30 AM-1 PM
1:15 PM-2 PM
4 PM-5 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM-1:30 PM
2 PM-3 PM
3:30 PM-4:30 PM
5:30 PM-6:30 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM-2 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM-2 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
45 minutes
$65
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