Old Time Fiddle Worshop
International Music Camp presents the thirtieth annual FIDDLE, GUITAR, BASS, and 5-STRING BANJO WORKSHOPS June 4 and 5, 2026. The Fiddle Workshop will offer instruction in Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced, Métis, Canadian Old-Time, and Bluegrass Fiddle styles. The Guitar/Banjo Workshop will focus on flat-picking and finger-picking styles. Both styles are used in folk and bluegrass music. The Bass Workshop will focus on finger picking accompaniment skills. Participants will learn new techniques to accompany old-time fiddling. The workshops will begin each day at 9:00 am Central Time and will conclude at 4:00 pm. Break-out sessions will be offered again with topics such as mandolin, bluegrass, and more!
Who May Enroll: Beginning through advanced players, all ages.
2026 Fees: Full Workshop Package: $220 USD Includes tuition, meals, and lodging for Thursday and Friday ($205 USD early bird registration if registered by June 1, 2026). Cancellations by June 1, 2026 will be refunded all but $25. No refunds after June 1. Workshop participants staying on to compete in the Fiddle Contest will be exempt from paying the Fiddle Contest entry fee.
Family Rate: $150 USD per family member for three or more participants from the same home.
Location: International Music Camp at the International Peace Garden. All events at the International Music Camp are subject to the International Peace Garden Gate Fee. 2026 Admission is either $12 per day per person or $50 for a family annual season pass. If you do not have a passport, a birth certificate (everyone) and photo ID (16 and older) is required to cross the border. Check the IPG website for the more details – www.peacegarden.com.
How to Register: Call the IMC Office at 701-838-8472 or mail us the registration form found on the Old Time Fiddle Brochure.