Westminster College to Host Scottish Fiddling Camp

Westminster College will host The Strathgheny School of Scottish Fiddling, a week-long fiddling camp, June 21 - 27. Registration is open to the public.

The camp is designed for high school students and adults, with a primary focus on authentic performance of traditional Scottish fiddle music. Dr. Melinda Crawford Perttu, Westminster College professor of Music, U.S. National Scottish Fiddling Champion, and Scottish F.I.R.E. sanctioned judge, is coordinating the camp.

"Despite its very English name, Westminster College is going decidedly Scottish this summer," shares Dr. Crawford Perttu. "We've heard bagpipes at important events like graduation, but we're enthusiastic about introducing the Scottish fiddle to campus."

Throughout the week, discussion will focus around bowing techniques, ornamentation, interpretation, and rhythmic nuance. Additional instruction will include accompanying, Scottish fiddle pedagogy, Scottish history, Ceilidh (traditional party) dancing, and use of the Scottish fiddle within the context of a performing group. Private lessons with fiddle instructors will be included, as well as evening activities, and an instructor's concert.

Participants will stay in town houses and all meals and snacks are included in tuition. For more information about the camp, or for questions about camp costs, visit www.melindacrawford.com/strathghenyschool or contact Crawford Perttu at 724-946-7271 or perttumh@westminster.edu.