Flatland Fiddling Studio

FFS Programs for 2026/2027 Season

Weekly Private Lessons (Tues, Wed, Thurs)

LIMITED AVAILABILITY please use the contact page to inquire before registering.

Fall Term (Sept - Dec) & Spring Term (Jan - Jun)

$30/30 min lesson
$45/45 min lesson
$60/60 min lesson

~ time slots available daily until 8:30pm
~10% discount for additional family members

Learn through weekly one-on-one instruction. Lessons will be taught by a mix of by ear and by sheet music. Lessons can be tailored to individual's needs to learn at the right pace for you!

(Scroll to the bottom for funding options with Creative Kids)

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Weekly Groups for Children

$250 / Fall Term
(10 x 45 min. lessons from Sept - Dec)
10% Discount for additional siblings

Have your child kickstart their musical education while making friends and creating their own musical community!

1. Fiddle From Scratch (if there is enough interest, 4 kids minimum required)
(Recommended ages 7-9)
Fiddle From Scratch classes will focus on building your child's musicality through songs, games, and group playing!

2. Prairie Dog Fiddlers
(Recommended ages 8-12)
This is for those that understand basic technique, can read finger tabs or music, and can play basic beginner songs. Kids will learn new tunes and potentially arrange them!

Group Offerings for Adults

Learn common SK and Canadian tune repertoire with arrangements in a group of your own peers! Feel less pressure when learning and collaborating in a group setting.

1. WEEKLY Adult RAW Beginner Group

$300 / Fall Term / Mondays
(10 x 60 min. lessons from Sept-Dec)
10% discount for bringing a friend!
Meant for those with NO experience at all. If you have experience, be prepared to review! Bring a friend for a fun social time while learning an instrument that always interested you!

2. *NEW: MONTHLY Adult Intermediate Workshops (dates TBD)

$40/90 min workshop
10% discount for bringing a friend!
New to this year, I will instead be hosting a once-a-month workshop where we will work on basic violin technique in the setting of an easy fiddle tune or arrangement.
Interested adults should understand beginner technique, have a repertoire of 10+ tunes, and the ability to read sheet music or tabs.

Flatland Fiddlers Performance Group

~ Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 pm
~ $30/rehearsal (includes group T-Shirt)
~ $15/rehearsal for accompaniment instruments (piano, guitar, etc)
~ 10% discount for additional siblings

For those looking for a musical opportunity that challenges the players to learn complex arrangements of contemporary tunes using advanced techniques such as chording, chopping, shuffle bows, harmonies, and solos. And, outside of rehearsals, the group performs at events around the city, with funds going towards special workshops and/or future trips.

*For teens ages 12-17, currently accepting fiddlers and accompaniment instruments. Must be an experienced player and be taking private lessons (internal or external). Must audition to join the group.

Summer Lessons A-La-Carte

(see Weekly Private Lessons above for information on pricing)

Time slots available:
~ from 8:00am-4:00pm on Tuesday
~ from 8:00am-8:30pm on Wednesday

Learn the fiddle at any age and at almost any skill level! These lessons are designed to be for those wanting lessons that can be planned according to your schedule, and your wants and needs. Maybe you want to learn the basics, maybe you want to pick up a tune, maybe you want some theory or accompaniment practice! The private lesson is your musical oyster.

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Funding Options for Lessons

Creative Kids SK

Visit CreativeKidsSask.ca for more details and to apply for funding for music lessons. Results are emailed to families 3-4 weeks after a deadline.

Upcoming deadlines:
May 22, 2026
August 12, 2026
December 2, 2026

Creative Kids connects children and youth to unique, life-changing artistic and cultural experiences in their community. We provide financial support to Saskatchewan families so all kids have an opportunity to participate in creative activities like drama, art, dance, heritage, and music.

For Children Ages 4-19. Please note that not everyone is eligible for funding, and is based on household income.

Apply for funding through Creative Kids