Irish traditional music is central to much of Irish culture and life. These reels and jigs capture the rhythm and vitality of Irish music in settings for easy piano. Reels are simple dance tunes in fairly fast 2/2 time, consisting of eight-measure phrases which are repeated over and over again. Jigs are popular dance tunes in 6/8 time. With thirteen reels and thirteen jigs, this collection is sure to provide hours of enjoyment

Piano - Grade 2

SKU: HL.14029589

Composed by Geraldine Cotter. Music Sales America. Tuition. Book [Softcover]. 76 pages. Music Sales #OMB103. Published by Music Sales (HL.14029589).

ISBN 9780946005925. 8.25x11.75x0.207 inches. English.

An easy to follow approach to playing traditional Irish music on the Piano. Suitable for lower intermediate level who have had few years experience playing the piano and with the difficulty gradually increasing throughout the book. There are suggestions for interpretation and ornamentation for all of the carefully selected tunes which cover the breadth of Irish music including jigs, reels, slides, hornpipes, set dances and polkas. Geraldine Cotter is well respected for her books on Irish Tin Whistles and this book only serves to extend her reputation as the consumate educational author. Includes: Extensive List of Chord Progressions An informative Introduction into the history and role of the Piano in Irish Folk music Rare Photos of popular performers and Folk exponents and most importantly, a clear and intuitive teaching method.