Merry Time Folk Club

An 8-week class for late intermediate / advanced players who can play tunes comfortably at dance tempo.

All folky instruments are welcome - fiddle, guitar, banjo, harp, mandolin, whistles, accordions, etc. This class is geared towards teens and adults, but kids who play and learn at an intermediate / advanced levels are also welcome on a case-by-case basis. Get in touch to discuss!

Email support@merrytimemusic.com to register

  • Fall 8-Week Session: Mondays 8:00pm - 8:45pm

    1. September 22, 2025

    2. September 29, 2025

    3. October 6, 2025

    4. October 20, 2025

    5. October 27, 2025

    6. November 3, 2025

    7. November 10, 2025

    8. November 17, 2025

    Flex week: November 24, 2025 in case of instructor reschedule

    No class October 13, 2025

  • Fall: TBA

    Winter: TBA

    Spring: TBA

  • Location: Merry Time Music Co. - 5558 Sullivan Street, Halifax NS.

    Classes are on the 3rd floor, with two flights of stairs and no elevator access.

    For those with allergies, there is a cute & small but still allergenic dog who lives on the premises.

  • ​$294 per 8-week session

    Bring a buddy promotion! Join with a friend and each receive $50 off

    *Sliding scale options are available for those who may need financial assistance—reach out to support@merrytimemusic.com!

    • By registering for this class you are purchasing a spot in all 8 weeks of class.

    • Any cancellations or changes to your registration must be done at least two weeks prior to the class start date in order to be issued a school credit. 

    • Cancellations that are made less than 2 weeks before the class start date and students who do not show up to class will forfeit their class fee. 

    • Due to our small class sizes, this policy ensures that teachers are compensated for their time and wait listed students have the opportunity to join a sold out class. Please be sure of your schedule before registering for a class.

    • In the case of a weather event, classes will be moved online to Zoom.

    • In the case of a teacher absence due to illness, we will reschedule the class on our designated flex week.

    • A minimum of 4 students are required to run the class. If there is not enough registration to run the class, you will be refunded in full.

  • Your instrument, a phone or other audio recording device, and a small three ring binder (½ inch is perfect). 

  • Learn more about your teacher, Adrianna