Offbeat Ensemble

• Strings
• Ensemble/performing group, Music school
• Dublin

Founded in 2013, the Offbeat Ensemble is a late-starter string orchestra which rehearses weekly in Phibsboro. Run by Ciara Cavanagh and Nathan Sherman, both of whom are professional performers and music teachers, the groups’s aim is to give everyone the chance to learn music in a fun, friendly and supportive environment. The orchestra covers violin, viola, cello, double bass, and ensemble playing and is open to adults.

Players in the Offbeat Ensemble join to have fun, make music and meet new people - it’s never too late to begin to learn a musical instrument. Those with a small amount of playing experience are welcome to join immediately. Complete beginners should contact the orchestra for details about the next beginner’s class.

The ensemble aims to organise 2-3 informal concerts per year. Rehearsals take place weekly in St. Peter’s Primary School, Phibsboro.

Offbeat Ensemble receives occasional donations of string instruments. When such donations become available they are offered on loan to members.