Programs for Youth & Adults
Our programs are much more than learning to play fiddle. They are about honing in on playing skills, techniques and having fun. Youth programs will include learning about leadership, group dynamics, working in a team, and being on stage. This year we're excited to facilitate youth programs, adult programs and the Fiddle Cats (which is an all year program).
Membership is required to participate in our programs. Program registrations include annual membership fees, or sign the whole family up with our 2025/2026 membership form.
All youth programs are instructed by Andrea Bettger. Class location to be confirmed prior to the Back-to-School workshop.
To register, please complete this form which applies for ALL YOUTH programs, including the Fiddle Cats.
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Adult Fiddle Program
Classes run on Wednesdays from 7-8pm at the City of Yellowknife Aquatic Centre.
To register please fill out this form.
These classes are a no stress, fun-filled opportunity to meet other new or beginner adult fiddlers, learn and practice your fiddle skills, and grow your fiddle tune repertoire. By the end of the first program, you’ll know some standard fiddle tunes played around the NWT so you can be confident in fiddle jams, and even participate in Aurora Fiddle Society performances.
Session 1: October 8-November 26, 2025 (Oct 8, 15, 22, 29 and Nov 5, 12, 19, 26)
Session 2: January 14-March 4, 2026 (Jan 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4)
Each session costs $150. Program fees can be e-transferred to aurorafiddletreasurer@gmail.com.
We also ask that program participants be registered as a member. To become a current member, click here.
Instructor: Alice Twa is an AFS alum and has been fiddling for over 10 years. She first started playing at the age of 10 in the Weledeh Catholic School lunch hour fiddle club, and quickly joined the Aura Fiddle Society Fiddle Cats. With this group, she has performed around Yellowknife in venues such as the Snowking Winter Festival, NACC, and the Black Knight, and across Canada before graduating from the program and heading to university. Alice has taught many youth and adults with no fiddle experience to the intermediate level in private lessons, small group classes, workshops and in the Aurora Fiddle Society Fiddle Cub program.
Youth Programs - FALL 2025
Location for all classes: Ecole Sir John Franklin High School
Level 1A
Wednesdays @ 4:30-5:00pm (10 courses)
Oct 1 - Dec 3, 2025 | $175.00
Fiddlers aged 6-8 who have never played before will learn the important basics of fiddling and get an early (and fun) start in playing with others.
Level 1B
Wednesdays @ 5:05-5:35pm (10 courses)
Oct 1 - Dec 3, 2025 | $175.00
Fiddlers aged 8-10 years who have never played before will learn the important basics of fiddling and get an early (and fun) start in playing with others.
Level 2
Fridays @ 3:50-4:30pm (10 courses)
Oct 3 - Dec 5, 2025 | $175.00
Fiddlers who have previously been in a Level 1 (first-time) group and/or have one year of playing experience.
Level 3
Fridays @ 4:40-5:20pm (10 courses)
Oct 3 - Dec 5, 2025 | $175.00
Fiddlers who have previously been in a Level 2 group and/or have 2 years of playing experience.
Level 4
Fridays @ 5:30-6:10pm (10 courses)
Oct 3 - Dec 5, 2025 | $175.00
Fiddlers who have 3 or more years of experience and looking to improve and expand their repertoire and learn some fun tricks for technique and group arrangements.
Fiddle Cats - Advanced Performers
Fridays @ 6:20-7:20pm
Oct 3 - Mar 27, 2026 | $550.00
The Fiddle Cats explore harmonies, arrangements, and other performance skills, then take the stage at regular performances throughout the year. Fiddlers must have 4+ years of playing experience. Fiddle Cats are expected to practice regularly, prepare for shows, and attend all performances.
Youth Programs - WINTER 2025
Location for all classes: Ecole Sir John Franklin High School
Youth Level 1A
Wednesdays @ 4:30-5:00pm
Jan 7 - March 25 2026 (no classes March 11 and 18) | Fee: $175
Fiddlers aged 6-8 who have never played before will learn the important basics of fiddling and get an early (and fun) start in playing with others.
Note: Only open to students who have completed Level 1A in the fall.
Youth Level 1B
Wednesdays @ 5:05-5:35pm
Jan 7 - March 25 2026 (no classes March 11 and 18) | Fee: $175
Fiddlers aged 8-10 who have never played before will learn the important basics of fiddling and get an early (and fun) start in playing with others.
Note: Only open to students who have completed Level 1 B in the fall.
Level 2
Fridays @ 3:50-4:30pm (10 courses)
Jan 9 - Mar 27, 2026 | $175.00
Fiddlers who have previously been in a Level 1 (first-time) group and/or have one year of playing experience.
Level 3
Fridays @ 4:40-5:20pm (10 courses)
Jan 9 - Mar 27, 2026 | $175.00
Fiddlers who have previously been in a Level 2 group and/or have 2 years of playing experience.
Level 4
Fridays @ 5:30-6:10pm (10 courses)
Jan 9 - Mar 27, 2026 | $175.00
Fiddlers who have 3 or more years of experience and looking to improve and expand their repertoire and learn some fun tricks for technique and group arrangements.