Author Steve Marsh has spent many years playing guitar in the folk clubs of the United Kingdom where Irish music is in abundance. This collection draws from his extensive collection of original arrangements of traditional tunes.The songs vary in style and can be grouped into sets for use in a recital program. Many of the folk songs have been handed down from generation to generation so several versions of a song may exist. Therefore the author has takena few liberties with the tempo and rhythmic structures of a limited number of tunes in this collection. In general the pieces in this album range from moderate standard to difficult. In standard notation only.

These dances were composed early in 1957 and are dedicated to the BBC Light Music Festival. They are all based on original melodies except one the melody of which was composed by Robert Burns. Arranged for Violin and Piano by David Gedge.

In his preface the author reminds the reader that this is not a book for the absolute beginner. Even the experienced player may not 'get it' on first reading a given tune but 'You can expect to enjoy the process oflearning...[and experience] the joy of recreating a traditional tune of making it your own.' This is the teacher/student pact in effect throughout this marvellous book written for the literary as much as the musical connoisseur.Although no classical Violin experience is needed you will need to know how to hold the Fiddle and bow and be able to play at least simple tunes in the first position.Having the ability to read music will enable you tofollow the bowing patterns and left-hand techniques which the author feels are crucial in grasping the playing style. Includes online audio download files featuring solo Fiddle. The teaching recording plays the first tunes slowly but by the end the correct speed is played. This stereo recording contains 77 of the 80 songs from the book.

The matching folio to Scottish singer/songwriter Paolo Nutini’s debut album These Streets. All songs from the album including the bonus track have been carefully arranged for Piano Vocal and Guitar chord accompaniments with full lyrics album artwork and photographs.

3 Jazzy clarinet trios based on Scottish Folk Songs including Charlie is m' Darlin'.

Forty pieces ranging from lovely portraits to lively jigs from Scotland Ireland Wales and the Isle of Man spanning several hundred years. Wether it is a lilt a lovesong or a lament each of these tunes is a real gem and the unique personality and sound of the recorder compliments them all. An accompanying CD includes all the tunes from the book so that you can hear them demonstrated or simply enjoy this timeless collection.

Celtic Woman built a massive global following by delivering authentic Celtic music via spectacular live concerts and gorgeous platinum-certified recordings. Musicians will delight in the vibrant uniquely celtic rhythms and tonal embellishments detailed in this volume. From contemporary hits to classical favourites this edition boasts some of Celtic Woman's most popular songs arranged for Piano Voice and accompanying Guitar chords.

Learn to Play Irish Fiddle is a book and online audio that introduces the absolute beginner to the great traditional Fiddle music of Ireland going right from the basics of how to hold and make the first soundson the instrument - through specially composed manageable tunes in the Irish style - right up to playing traditional reels jigs and other dance tunes from the traditional repertoire (the specially composed tunes bridge the gapbetween the basics and the traditional music). Embellishments and techniques that make good Irish Fiddle playing so infectious such as rolls cuts triplets and slides are gradually introduced. The student will also becomefamiliar with some of the more advanced ideas concerning playing Irish traditional music such as variations and dynamics - subjects which are covered in greater detail in ‘Irish Fiddle Playing: A Guide for the Serious Player'book/audio by the same author. Useful appendices and a cross-referenced glossary are also included.The accompanying audio download available online contains all the tunes in the book (played at a slow tempo) plus manyexercises.There is NO NEED FOR ANY PRIOR MUSICAL KNOWLEDGE in order to use this book. Each aspect of playing and theory is covered in an accessible and manageable way.

Forty well-known traditional songs and popular hits influenced by the musical heritage of Ireland Scotland and Wales arranged for solo Piano.The shimmering melodies and stirring harmonies of the Celtic tradition have been captured in this stunning set of atmospheric arrangements. The melodies range from folk favourites such as Danny Boy and Loch Lomond to contemporary pop hits as recorded by Sinead O'Connor The Corrs The Chieftains and The Pogues.An exciting opportunity to add a touch of Celtic mystery and magic to your Piano repertoire.

A breathtaking and unusual collection of Traditional Irish tunes that have been arranged for the Bagpipe by Dave Rickard. Fifty pieces are included some are rare and others had never been used before in bagpipe bands but all are familiar tunes or melodies which will delight and enthrall performers and audiences alike. Pieces featured include: O Sullivan’s March An Mhaighdean Mhara The Gravel Walk and The Lark In The Morning.

Media Type : Book/CD Set Level : Intermediate Musical Genre : Celtic/Irish Number of pages : 48 A collection of songs, jigs, hornpipes, airs, polkas, and marches from the Celtic lands of Scotland, Ireland, and England. The songs are arranged for mountain dulcimer primarily in 1-5-8 (Mixolydian) tuning, along with a few tunes in 1-5-5 (Ionian) tuning. The arrangements make use of the capo, as well as playing tunes in Em and Bm, and include a Part II for a suggested harmony on selected songs.. The book is accompanied by a CD recording of each tune. Song titles include: George Brabazon, Off She Goes, Irish Lamentation, Keel Row, Water Is Wide, Loch Lomond, Foggy Dew, and many more. Intermediate playing level suggested.