Trumpet

Count Us in provides free trumpet lessons for young people aged 10 to 14 years. Group lessons are held once a week in Colaiste Chu Chulainn, Dundalk. Participants also receive an instrument on loan.

The programme is suitable for beginners but may also be of interest to young people who have a foundation in piano.

Participants are provided with a trumpet on loan for the duration of the programme to participate in free weekly group lessons.

Expert Tutor: Philip Fergusson

Philip is currently a ‘district coordinator’ with the Southern Education and Library Board (SELB). He is an exceptional music educator and teaches all Brass instruments, preparing students for ‘Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music’ examinations, ‘GSCE’ and ‘A-level’ practical examinations.

Philip has conducted many ensembles and orchestras including the highly respected Belfast Brass. Philip is an outstanding solo and ensemble performer and has worked with most of the big Operatic Societies in Northern Ireland as well as the Ulster Orchestra.