Media : Book/CD Set Author : by Patrick Steinbach Level : Beginning-Intermediate Date published : 4/26/2005 Style : Celtic/Irish Type : Solos Description : This book contains 250 selected pieces of traditional folk music. It encompasses every variety found in Irish music and is divided into categories such as reels, marches, jigs, flings, hornpipes, airs and polkas. You'll also find a series of pieces by the famous Irish harp player Turlough O'Carolan (1670-1738) as well as the melodies of many well-known folk songs. The selection is a representative cross section of traditional dances, harp compositions (Irish classical music) and songs from the distinctive Irish ballad tradition. All pieces are notated in standard keys of C, G, D and A major used by traditional players and include chord symbols for the accompaniment. In English and German. CD included.
SKU: HL.49046943
ISBN 9781847615374. UPC: 196288087328. 9.0x12.0x0.194 inches.
Irish Folk Tunes for Flute presents 71 superb Irish traditional tunes, including jigs, reels, polkas, hornpipes, slow airs, and pieces by Carolan and are suitable for flute, recorder or tin whistle. Experienced folk musician Patrick Steinbach provides an excellent introduction explaining style and traditional ornamentation as well as notes on each of the tunes. The edition also contains recordings of all the tunes for free download.
