Learn to Play the Fiddle!
Wanna learn?  Come play with us!  We specialize in teaching adult learners.
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Join one of our in-person sessions! (Currently offered in 8 locations!)
During the 4-week class, you will learn a new fiddle tune each week in a relaxed group environment. (And while players sometimes do enjoy wine, it's really our fun/laidback atmosphere that inspired the "Drunken" name!)
We laugh, we have fun, and, most importantly, we fiddle!Â
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Drunken Fiddles Online: Fiddle Life School
Fiddle Life Online School is for learners of all ages who want to learn how to play fiddle in the comfort of their own home. Lessons are available 24/7 with sheet music, cheat sheets, slow practice videos, and more.
For $29/month, you will have access to courses like Absolute Beginner, Celtic Tunes, Romani, Bluegrass, and more!
Start fiddling right away!
Learn More100's Of Instructional Videos
Step by step instructional videos starting with how to properly hold the instrument and get a good sound
"There is something magical about Drunken Fiddles classes. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced player you are taught how to play tunes in different ways so that you can fit into playing with a group. The classes and the people who attend are very supportive and inclusive. A sort of no fiddler left behind. "
Carol
Fiddler
"I grew up playing violin, then took a hiatus during college and a few years after; Drunken Fiddles has been a great way to get back into playing! Classes are relaxed, but I've learned so much in the ensemble. It's really reawakened my love of music, and I look forward to class every week!"
Jean
Fiddler
"I had no musical background when I first came to Drunken Fiddles. Laurel has the classes structured so that it's not overwhelming for a beginner, and learning continues to be a fun challenge for me. I love having opportunities for the class to perform in the community, and I am enjoying the journey as my playing improves!!"
Katie
Fiddler
"All of my life I’ve wanted to learn to play the violin but never thought I could. Drunken Fiddles has made this dream of mine a reality. The instructor makes each session fun as well as educational. Anyone who even thinks they want to learn to play would do very well to head to their nearest Drunken Fiddle group and have the time of their life."
Melissa
Fiddler
"I had always dreamed of playing music in a band, and performing in front of large crowds, but my extreme stage fright held me back from this dream. Drunken Fiddles provided me with the perfect tools and methods to overcome this. I was shocked at how quickly my performance anxiety melted away with her help. I highly recommend Laurel Parks to cure your performance anxiety. She is magical and will transform you. I am so very thankful that I am now living my dream as a musician."
Christina
Viola - Fiddler
"I have grey hair. I was bored coming out of COVID. I have short, fat fingers. I had played the tuba when I was young but never touched a violin and didn’t read treble clef music. Then, I stumbled across a class online… Go for it my wife said. I’m pretty sure she wanted me out of the house. The class has become much more than a relief from boredom, it fills the empty well of my soul and reminds me how life-giving playing music is for me. Young and old - the class is family. I am playing an instrument I never dreamed I could with a beautiful group of people that I have come to love… and my wife is happy too."
