Turlough O?Carolan (1670 1738) is considered the prototype of the travelling Irish harpist supplying his continually changing audience with new tunes and poignant stories. His melodies which are steeped in Irish tradition have made him immortal. They have also had a lasting influence on the development of Irish music. Many of his tunes have provided a basis for thousands of later melodies. This edition for descant or treble recorder and piano presents among others the following pieces: ?James Betagh Jig? ?Carolan?s Cup? ?Carolan?s Farewell to Music? ?Kitty Magennis? ?Hewlett? ?Mr. O?Connor? ?Fanny Power?. The arrangements include an optional part for a secondflute.

The Hibernian Muse-A refreshing collection of light and exciting Irish tunes for Recorder. This volume contains twelve pieces by one of Ireland's greatest composers Turlough O'Carolan all arranged for Recorder and Keyboard by Douglas Gunn though the melody line is also suitable for Flute Violin and Oboe or other melody instruments. The Hibernian Muse is a lively and interesting work and represents only a small portion of Carolan's masterful harp compositions and will delight young players recitalists and audiences. Includes Bumper Squire Jones O'Rourke's Feast and Madam Maxwell.