Founded in 1996 by Susan Cross Gilligan, the Riley School is a community of children, teens and adults dedicated to the pursuit of Irish traditional music.

Our Board of Trustees seeks to extend and enhance our community through workshops, ceili dances and other performance opportunities for our students that raise awareness of our school and what we offer.

Riley School is supported by the Ohio and Kentucky Arts Councils, and is a participating ACE provider for the Ohio Afterschool Child Enrichment Educational Savings Account Program.

Small class sizes provide a rewarding and effective way for students to experience the history, camaraderie and joy of playing traditional Irish music.
Specific class times may be adjusted depending on enrollment and teacher availability. Please see the Schedule Page for current quarter class offerings and times.

We hold an Open House each quarter for new and prospective students.