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Are you a string player (violin/fiddle, cello, viola, guitar, cittern, bouzouki, etc.) who is open to learning melodies by ear and eager to express a full range of emotions and dance-informed energy with your bow and pick? A trad player who loves to get “under the hood” of traditional fiddle tunes and savor the power of a group of strings arranging and playing fabulous tune medleys?
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with other musicians and express joy together through beautiful music with world-class musicians and teachers.
2027 Teaching Staff: Alasdair Fraser (fiddle), Galen Fraser (fiddle, cittern), Maria San Miguel (fiddle, voice, percussion), and Cameron Fraser (guitar).
This camp is designed for intermediate and advanced string players: violin/fiddle, viola, cello, bass, guitar, cittern, bouzouki, and assorted other instruments. Other skill levels and instruments are welcome to attend and join in.
The entire group will work together from Friday to Sunday to build a dynamic arrangement of Scottish (and related) tunes, with a focus on melodic expression, ornamentation, and how to achieve an epic groove. There’ll also be a celebratory dance party on Saturday night—a chance to sing, dance, and integrate the rhythm and music into our bodies and voices.
This weekend has become known for its boundless fun and camaraderie, and a playful blend of old and new. Alasdair, Maria, Galen, and Cameron soulfully honor the Scottish roots and Castilian spirit of the Alasdair Fraser Band and celebrate and embody the various fiddle traditions and exciting multi-genre string traditions emerging in the world today.
Camper testimonials:
“Nothing has made a greater impact on my playing than the String Fling!”
“Everything was excellent: the site, food, staff, faculty, schedule, other participants!”
“I loved the music, the energy… the desserts!”
“Always welcome and embraced here—both teachers and participants help move you along in your musical journey.”