Lively Tin Whistle Tunes is a collection of 55 spirited tin whistle solos. The selections include reels hornpipes jigs sea chanteys dance tunes and more. These tin whistle solos are ideal for performance or just enjoyment. Guitar chords are included for accompaniment and can be used by any chordal instrument.

Unique among books on the Whistle and Celtic music this book takes the role of a personal tutor. It explains in detail the peculiarities of the instrument the ancient modal scales the Irish tunes are based on and offers aresults-oriented program for quickly developing ability. As well it offers a practical method for developing breathing skills something few books discuss. But what makes this book truly unique is the discussion of mnemonictechniques and analytical listening skills which would make it an excellent resource for both parents and teachers. The author explains a simple straightforward method of internalizing the old dance tunes of the sessionrepertoire based on understanding the music's structure and the use of mnemonic cues. The scope of Mr. Esson's book makes it relevant to a much wider audience than the title would suggest.

Following the Government???s pledge to provide musical opportunities for all we are delighted to offer this imaginative and exciting series by Sarah Watts. Ideal for use in a mixed-ability class. Class Act aims tomotivate and inspire children learning in a classroom situation.

100 Irish Dance Tunes and Airs selected by Geraldine Cotter. This collection contains a varied selection of widely played and lesser known tunes divided into different dance rhythms: double jigs slip jigs reels hornpipes set dances and airs. The range of the tunes are particularly suitable for the flute tin whistle or pipes but they can be played on any instrument!The included CD features demo tracks for the tunes.

For the beginner to the highly advanced player of Irish Flute Tin Whistle or Boehm-system Flute. Features a simple and penetrating new approach to understanding and notating ornamentation that goes beyond any previous method exploring ornamentation techniques never described in print before.Also includes adaptations for Boehm-system Flute players guidance on breathing and phrasing 49 ornamentation exercises history and theory of traditionalIrish Flute and whistle music and 27 meticulous transcriptions of recordings by these important Irish Flute and Tin Whistle players: John McKenna Tom Morrison William Cummins Willie Clancy Paddy Taylor Paddy Carty GreyLarsen Josie McDermott Matt Molloy Cathal McConnell Mary Bergin Desi Wilkinson Breda Smyth Micho Russel Joanie Madden Kevin Crawford Catherine McEvoy and Seamus Egan.For those who don't read music almost all theexercises examples and tunes appear on the audio download available online.'Grey has through his research patience and diligence completed a work on Irish Flute and Tin Whistle that I feel is essential reading foranybody interested in getting it right.' - Matt Molloy Irish Flute player with the Chieftains

20 Famous Tunes from Ireland. This publication presents the most beautiful Irish dances, jig reels, hornpipes, Carolan tunes and folksongs which carry the reader away into the world of Irish music. These arrangements are completed by information on the individual pieces, on the styles and the cultural background. Complementing The Irish Flute Book, including accompanying audio files, is a volume for piano, the keys of which have been adapted to the flute settings. Both volumes are ideal for music lessons and ensemble playing.