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A hand-picked collection of the finest old airs and dance tunes from the Celtic tradition. The music has been arranged for easy Harp but it is suitable for Piano and Keyboard or most other melody instruments. A wide variety of styles and flavours are included in this book and it is a perfect addition to the repertoire of any musician who has interests in Harp Music. This represent the various fashions and approaches of musicians in Ireland Brittany England Wales Cornwall and the Isle Of Man.This edition is complete with a CD of professional demonstration recordings to further help you capture that authentic Celtic character.

Collections de chansons traditionnelles en irlandais sont rares. Stor Amhran - une richesse de chansons de la tradition irlandaise, est unique en ce qu'il est le premier livre de chansons en irlandais recueillis et noté d'un chanteur. L'éditeur, Noirin Ni Riain est déjà bien connu dans le domaine des chansons de sean-nos, tant dans les domaines de la créativité et la critique. Les chansons de cinquante codés ici ont été appris par elle à travers un contact personnel avec le musicien Pilib O Laoghaire vers la fin de sa vie. En plus de la transcription détaillée, une édition définitive des textes et une traduction littérale est aussi également présent ici, qui constitue une contribution importante à l'intérêt international grandissant dans la musique traditionnelle irlandaise. / Instruments En C

Un double-CD pare-chocs mettant en vedette 100 airs irlandais traditionnels a joué sur le Tin Whistle. L'accompagnement idéal pour toute méthode de tuteur de Tin Whistle, ou pour ceux qui explore le répertoire folk irlandais. Inclut Donnybrook Fair, au large de la Californie et Hornpipe du troglodyte. / Flûte Irlandaise

Guide complet du McQuaid la quintessence tonalités irlandaises et hamonies de la DADGAD réglage système (OMB65) est parfaitement complétée par ce CD de superbes enregistrements de démonstration, toutes exécutées par McQuaid elle-même. / Guitare

Tom Maguire???s classic method has inspired and introduced countless players to the joys of the tin whistle and the Learn to Play The Irish Tin Whistle Green Pack contains everything you need in one! There is an authentic D-tuning Feadog original Irish whistle that you will be able to play right away with the special arrangements and instructions. The fabulously inclusive book and CD of demonstration music comprises the complete instruction for learning this traditional instrument. All the basic skills are featured here from holding the whistle body and hand posture and position to rudimentary music theory. It is an uncomplicated and user-friendlyguide suitable for beginners of all ages. A section of familiar airs and traditional dance tunes which are combined with easy step-by-step instructions; well known nursery rhymes as examples diagrams illustrations and a section of symbols. The CD contains great demonstration performances of the songs to give you a taste of the flavour of this music and listen to how they should sound to help you learn.

In this fantastic DVD method accomplished and renowned percussionist Steafan Hannigan details all the intricacies of traditional Bodhran playing. Nothing is taken for granted or forgotten making this a suitable method for beginners with its gentle and careful progression through the techniques using numerous examples and exercises.Learn the many varied bodhran techniques through expert and detailed instruction.A selection of repertoire pieces which add depth to your playingSections on the history of the Bodhran and irish Music including construction and maintenance.All clearly presented with illustrations photographs and diagrams. For more experienced players Hannigan shows you how to progress from traditional Celtic Dance accompaniments to more contemporary rock or world rhythms.20 minutes of demonstration tracks featuring a full Irish band are also included allowing you to hear examples of the music as it should sound.

This Beginner???s Guide Is Designed To Help The Learner Of The 2 Row Button Accordion Whose Predecessor Was The Melodeon. Contains Sections On Music Reading Technique And A Selection Of Tunes.

In the 9th and 10th centuries A.D. fearless Viking marauders raided and pillaged the towns and monasteries along the coasts of Europe. They were also expert craftsman using intricate geometric patterns to embellish fine goldjewellery and artifacts. Discover the riches of Viking Art with fabulous designs from ancient wood carvings metal work and rhinestones which have been beautifully and meticulously copied here for colouring and tracing.This book is a splendid look at the culture of these savage but creative warriors and is suitable for colourists of all ages. Entertianing and informative it reveals Viking History and background in all its glory usefulnot only as an educational tool to support learning exhibiting examples of the art and culture of the Viking Hordes but the pull out pages also make wonderful posters to adorn your classroom fridge or even your Longboat!

One Hundred Forty Four Easy Chords In All Keys With Sections On Tuning Strums Use Of Capo And A Selection Of Easy Songs.

This is a complete method for Irish Tin whistle with a detailed appendix of one hundred choice Irish Airs and Dance Tunes. Varying from simple tunes and polkas and progressing to more complex pieces. Outstanding and renowned teacher Geraldine Cotter guides students through all forms of traditional Irish music with step-by-step examples exercises and diagrams. This all-encompassing book is beautifully presented and contains prints photographs and clearly legible notation. The generous section of repertoire pieces includes The Jolly Banger Lucky In Love and The Galway Rambler. The accompanying demonstration CD features twenty-eighttunes from the book.Previously available as Book (OMB31) and CD (OSSCD) now presented in this ideal combination package!

Discover the quintessential Irish tonalities and harmonies of the DADGAD tuning system and how to apply the tuning to all you solo and session playing. This comprehensive book provides clear details of chords scales and their use in the melodies of the Irish tradition. As with any open tunings the harmonic possibilities of combining melodies with chiming open strings will add a unique richness and warmth to your Guitar playing.

A fantastic colouring book in which you can recreate the most famous monastic manuscripts. Suitable for children of all ages this informative book reveals the history and background of the Kells' culture and enables you to colour in pictures which can be pulled out and used as posters. Stain glass window artist Geoff Greenham has created detailed reproductions of selected examples from the manuscript for colouring and tracing.

An Easy Straight Forward Approach To Playing Tin Whistle Complete With A Selection Of Tunes And Traditional Songs And Dance Airs.

Tomás Ó Canainn is one of Ireland?s foremost Uillean piper and formerly singer with traditional music trio Na Fili. In this enlightening book he gives his exhaustive insight into the real meaning of Irish traditional music. The emphasis of this book is to discuss the present state of Irish music but it also contains extensive and illuminating research on the history and techniques of traditional styles. Ó Canainn explores the influence of traditional instruments and selected performers and includes many musical examples along with song lyrics background and translations which accompany the text and remove the technical complexity.