About Kayley
Kayley is an online gathering place for traditional Irish and bluegrass music enthusiasts. Our mission is to connect instructors and students from different corners of the world, so we have the opportunity to learn from the best in real time even if we are far from the heartland of traditional music.
Kayley is currently in beta. We'd love to hear any feedback you may have, please contact us!
Expert Teachers
Flexible Schedule
Friendly Community
Lulu Shen, Founder
Lulu first stumbled upon the concertina and Irish music in 2018, when she was hit by a car while biking through scenic Dingle, Ireland. She visited the Dingle Music Shop with her arm in a sling, and saw the beautiful hexagonal instrument. The idea for Kayley was formed when she was back in New York City and had trouble finding a teacher. In 2022 she was lucky enough to start taking online lessons with a former All Ireland Champion. She wants Irish and Bluegrass music students everywhere to have the opportunity to learn from expert musicians, from their own home, at their own pace.
Siobhán Keane, Outreach and Partnerships Coordinator
Siobhán grew up in Galway surrounded by the sound of traditional Irish music. She has toured extensively as a fiddle player, performing on stages around the world. Along the way she has also organized numerous musical events, bringing people together through shared tunes and community. As Outreach and Partnerships Coordinator, Siobhán helps build Kayley’s presence by connecting with shops, festivals, and organizations that share our love of the music—growing the community one meaningful partnership at a time.