Situated upstairs in Campbell's Tavern, a nationally renowned music venue in it's own right, the school offers students of all ages - from primary school to retirement - and abilities the opportunity to study acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass, drums and songwriting. Each half hour lesson is structured and tailored to student's individual needs and interests. Working side by side in this creat
ive environment, Eimhin, Dave and Noelie collaborate closely with each other, and encourage collaboration between their students. About the teachers..
Éimhín Cradock is well known around these parts and his playing career has seen him perform and record in some of the best known studios and venues in Europe and America. His teaching career spans more than 10 years and his enthusiastic, energetic and fun approach is always well received by his students. [email protected]
Dave Donoghue is an experienced guitarist of 15 years and teaches Guitar and Bass (including relevant theory) across a wide range of styles in a structured manner, specialising in Lead Guitar. Lessons are delivered in a fun and friendly environment with the patience to adapt to a pace to suit each individual students needs, whether they be beginner or advanced, young or old. With an option to sit graded guitar exams, students may also obtain an internationally recognised RGT grade. Skype lessons can also be arranged for those without transport or who want lessons in the comfort of their own home. [email protected]
Noelie McDonnell has recorded three studio albums to date and in 2008 won the hearts of new fans all over the nation with his Irish chart topping single 'Nearly Four', which remained at No.1 in the iTunes folk chart for 6 weeks following its release. He has toured extensively in the UK and US since 2005, where he was described by the New York Post as ’a startlingly good Irish talent’. A former secondary school teacher, Noelie now marries this love of teaching and music at the Cloughanover Music School. He will teach acoustic guitar and bass, to students of all levels and ages, and is particularly excited about nurturing song writing with those who wish to explore and develop this area. [email protected]
