Andy Irvine - Live in Büdingen 10.11.2024 Encore

 Now this is the encore Andy played. Also the setlist. But he did not play My heart's tonight.

Andy Irvine - Live in Büdingen 10.11.2024, second set

This is the second set Andy played in Büdingen.

 

Andy Irvine - Live in Büdingen, 10.11.2024 first set

Last weekend I had the pleasure to see Andy Irvine live in Germany. He was in a fantastic mood and really enjoyed the nice audience. This is the first set he played there.

Unfortunately the camera made two files of the recording near the end of the song. Here's the second part of the set.

Michael Eskin - 50 Trad Irish Session Tunes for Bouzouki

 Michael Eskin programmed the abc transcription tools which help musicians to convert abc to tab. He found a way to publish pdf files of tunebooks, in which you not only see the tab, but by clicking on the title it opens a player where you can listen to the files. What a great helping tool this is. 

Here is an example from his website where you can try these features.

https://michaeleskin.com/transcriptions/50_Irish_Session_Tunes_GDAD_3Mar2024.pdf

Bouzouki Tabs in GDAD - ebook

 By chance I found this ebook which  contains a lot of tabs for bouzouki in GDAD. It cost €9.90. If you are looking for some tabs you might have a look at it. 

https://www.tenor-banjo-tabs.com/bouzouki-tabs-in-gdad.html

Here's a list of songs and tunes included. Seems to be a lot of them ...

Here's an example page:

Joe Bane's Barndance - Matt Heaton Arrangement

In their January Session Matt and Shannon Heaton played Joe Bane's Barndance, a tune I really love. As we are invited to play a few tunes at a wedding of a good friend we decided to play this tune. So as a preparation for the event I tried to tab Matt's version. I tabbed the first and second round through which are slightly different. First line accompaniment (Capo 5), second line melody (no capo).

Tune starts at around 6:00

If you'd like the whole tab as pdf please write an email and I'll gladly send it to you. You can contact me by clicking on "about me" on the right side.

Rachel Reid, Charles Monod & Alan Reid - The Attic Sessions

 What a performance! Three Reels: Kiss the maid behind the barrell, Humours of Ballyconnell, The Monaghan Twig on Concertina, Fiddle and Bouzouki.

Declan Plummer - Course for Irish Bouzouki

Just got the information that there is a new course out there. It's 12 hours of lessons which cost 150 pounds, which sounds great to me. 

There's a sample video available here which gives a little inside what to expect. He explains very well and the pace is not too fast and not too slow. Unfortunately sound and video is a little bit out of sync which might be a problem when he plays a bit faster, so it is not easy to really see what he is playing.

!If you buy this workshop please let me know what you think about it!

Here's what the homepage says:

Tutor Summary
Declan Plummer plays bouzouki, tin whistle, Irish flute, bodhrán, uilleann pipes, and DADGAD guitar. He has a BMus, MA, and a PhD in music and is an expert in online tuition. All handouts, audio files and video files, have been carefully designed and organised by him to give students the best possible experience in home learning! He can be contacted anytime through email: info@topscoremusicacademy.com

🎵 Learn the Irish Bouzouki with Our Comprehensive Online Course – From Beginner to Advanced! 🎵  

Hi everyone, Welcome to the Online Irish Bouzouki Course!
My name is Declan Plummer and I’m the creator and teacher of this course, which I’ve designed to explore the unique and soulful sound of the Irish Bouzouki. Whether you're just starting out or aiming to elevate your skills, this course is the perfect guide for players of all levels! Our detailed, step-by-step lessons will take you from complete beginner to advanced level, helping you develop the skills you need to play Irish traditional music with confidence and authenticity.

What’s Included?

🎥 Over 12 Hours of High-Quality Video Lessons 
Currently there are over 12 Hours of High-Quality 4K Video spread across 17 lessons. Our video lessons break down every essential technique, ensuring you have a solid foundation. Each lesson is designed to be clear and easy to follow, providing you with practical demonstrations and insightful tips. You’ll learn everything from the absolute basics to advanced techniques in a structured format that’s easy to follow and fun to practice.

🆕 Constantly Updated with New Material   
The course doesn’t stop after the initial 12 hours! We regularly add fresh material to keep your learning journey going. Whether it's new tunes, tips, or techniques, you'll always have something new to dive into.

🎶 Dozens of Audio Examples 
There are dozens of Audio Examples, including backing tracks with me playing tunes on the tin whistle and bodhran at different speeds, which you can download to practice offline and accompany on bouzouki. Understanding rhythm and melody is crucial in Irish music, so we've included numerous audio examples to guide your ear. These examples reinforce the techniques you learn, helping you connect theory with practice, and giving you a feel for how the Bouzouki should sound in real Irish traditional music.  

📄 Downloadable Handouts and Sheet Music 
Similarly there are also dozens of downloadable handouts and sheet music to help you with your practice and understanding. Each lesson is accompanied by handouts and sheet music that you can download and keep. These include chord charts, tunings, progressions, traditional tunes, understanding music theory and Irish dance types, and other valuable resources, giving you something to practice offline and use as a reference.  
 
💬 Answers to Your Questions in Future Videos 
Got questions? We’ve got answers! Submit your queries, and we’ll address them in upcoming video lessons, making sure you’re never stuck or left wondering how to master a concept.  

Topics Covered

🎸 How to String and Tune an Irish Bouzouki 
To start with the basics—our pre-lesson videos cover everything you need to know about setting up your Bouzouki for the perfect sound. You’ll learn how to tune, and how to string your instrument to ensure it's always pitch-perfect, and you’ll learn the technical names of the different parts of the bouzouki.

🎵 Playing Chords, Popular Progressions & Understanding Dance Types
In Part I of the course our first six lessons demonstrate how to play chords. Chords are the foundation of Irish music accompaniment. We’ll teach you the essential chords and show you how to play the most popular chord progressions for different dance types, particularly for the fast-paced jigs and reels that are so recognisable in Irish traditional music. By the end, you’ll be able to accompany traditional Irish tunes like a seasoned player.

🎶 Playing Polyphonically with Flat-Picking Countermelodies 
In Part 2 of the course, we cover playing polyphonically with flat-picking countermelodies. This part of the course is for more intermediate and advanced players. We delve into flat-picking techniques that will allow you to play countermelodies alongside traditional tunes. This technique adds depth to your playing and gives you the ability to perform polyphonically-perfect for making your Bouzouki sound full and rich during a session.

📖 Playing Tunes and Reading Music 🎼
In Part 3 (the final part of the course), you will learn how to read Irish Traditional Music in standard notation (and bouzouki tab), and turn these basic symbols into in real living music. Learning how to play real Irish dance tunes like this will foster independent learning, allowing you explore more music you want to learn. We’ll take notated tunes and show you how to turn them into authentic-sounding Irish music, complete with ornamentation, phrasing, and feel. You'll also learn techniques to make these tunes your own. This is key to playing authentically and developing a true Irish sound.

Why Choose Our Irish Bouzouki Course?

- Learn at Your Own Pace: With lifetime access to all materials, you can practice whenever it suits you, anytime and anywhere!
- One-Time Purchase for Only £150: No subscriptions, no hidden fees—just a single payment for lifetime access. That’s less than £9 a lesson – and all of these lessons will always be recorded and waiting for you when you are ready to practice!
- Regular Updates: Keep learning with new lessons, tunes, and tips added frequently. If you have questions or need help, you will get expert personal feedback and answers from me, and it may even be a good topic to cover in a future video!

🌍 Embrace the Spirit of Irish Music! 🌍  
Start your journey today and become part of a rich tradition. With this course, you’ll be able to play at sessions, join in with other musicians, and develop your own voice on the Bouzouki.  

🛒 Get Started Now – Enrol for Only £150!  
Don’t wait to explore the magic of the Irish Bouzouki. Sign up today and unlock over 12 hours of video lessons, dozens of audio examples, downloadable handouts, and more!

Robin Jones - Irish Bouzouki Lesson - همّا مين واحنا مين (Who Are They and Who Are We?) Part 1

And here's a new Lesson from Robin Jones. A tune he learned while staying in Beirut. It has an interesting scale which makes a lot of fun to play around. D,D#,F#,G,A,B,C,  which is called the Phrygian Dominant Scale. This is Part 1, you can get Part 2 here

Robin Jones - Lesson how to play Beeswing by Richard Thompson

 How I love Robin's lessons. Here's the latest: Beeswing by Richard Thompson. As always part 1 is free. You can buy part 2 from his website.

Here's a different approach on the bouzouki. I shot this video about 20 years ago at a workshop weekend in Bonn, Germany. Michael Lempelius on his Sobell bouzouki.

 

 This is a live version of Michael together with Sabrina Palm I recorded at Fiddlers Pub in Bonn, Germany.

 

And another version by Andy Clarke on his Sobell.

 

Robin Jones - Irish Bouzouki Lesson - MacArthur Road

And here is another Lesson from Robin Jones. A reel called MacArthur Road. This is part 1. You can buy part 2 from his website. You also can subscribe to get full content of his lessons which is a new feature. If Robin will still present one lesson per week this might be really worth it.

He offers three plans:

Folk Patron which costs £10/month
Folk Hero which costs £20/month
Folk Legend which costs £30/month

As a Folk Patron you have access to all paid lessons for free. As Folk Hero and Folk Legend you also can send monthly or fortnightly videos of your progress and receive a personalized video reply with detailed feedback.

Robin Jones - Willie Coleman's Jig - Melody Lesson

 Robin's latest lesson deals with Willie Coleman's Jig. Learn to play the melody together with ornamentations. Part 1 is free, you can purchase part 2 here.

Robin Jones - Caledonia (Dougie MacLean) - Lesson

I really like these lessons Robin publishes on youtube. Here's his latest one. He shows how to play Caledonia on the bouzouki. Part 1 is really basic. If you want part 2 you have to buy it from his website, which is really worth the money. You can get it here.

Robin Jones - The Shaskeen Jig

 Robin is extremely busy at the moment. Here's his latest video lesson in which he shows how to play the Shaskeen Jig. This is part 1, you can buy part 2 from his website.

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Robin Jones - Morrison's Jig

 Robin is very busy producing Bouzouki lessons. They are well made and so useful. I love his way of teaching. Cannont recommend it enough. Check it out and buy part 2.

 

Here's the link to his youtube channel where you'll find more fantastic lessons.

 

Here's the tab I made:

Robin Jones - Jig Picking Techniques on youtube

 Robin Jones released a new tutorial video on youtube. Part 1 is free, you can buy part 2 for just 10 pounds which it is really worth. You get lots of tips and exercises which help you to play and accompany jigs. Even if you know how to play jigs I think you can learn a lot from these videos. Here's the link where you can buy part 2.

Session in Cruise's, Ennis, May 29, 2024 - Eoin O'Neill and Clara Buteler

 Lots of sessions in Ennis last week at the Fleadh Nua. This one's from Cruise's Bar.

 

 

Fleadh Nua 50 Riches of Clare at a crowded St. Columba’s Church featured Kieran Hehir, Kieran Kissane, Vincent Fogarty & James Duddy.

On May 28, 2024 Fleadh Nua 50 Riches of Clare at a crowded St. Columba’s Church featured Kieran Hehir, Kieran Kissane, Vincent Fogarty & James Duddy. Fantastic concert! I posted it on youtube unlisted, so you'll only find it here!

 

Kevin Elam - Sally Gardens Reel - Playing melody by ear

 Playing melody on the bouzouki. Kevin Elam teaches how to play the Sally Gardens.

Kevin Elam - Counterpoint Sally Gardens (G, Capo 5)

Kevin Elam posted a new video on youtube recently. He explains some ideas for counterpoint. As example he uses the Reel Sally Gardens. If you like it you might be interested in joining his patreon site.

I made a tab of some of his ideas. If you might want the whole tab as pdf just write me an email. You'll find the contact on the right side under "about me".

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Robin Jones - Plains Of Kildare - Andy Irvine

 A new post by Robin Jones. This time a nice interpretation of Plains of Kildare which was made well known by Andy Irvine. 

 

Unfortunately Robin deleted his video from youtube recently. :-(

Lyrics and chords from Ultimate Guitar:

[Verse 1]
Dm                              C            G
Come all you bold sportsmen and listen to my story
Dm                             C                Dm
It’s about noble Stewball that gallant racing pony
Dm                                   F/C              C
Arthur Marble was the man that first brought Stewball here
       F             C                           G
For to run with Miss Griesel on the Plains of Kildare.
 
[Verse 2]
Dm                              C          G
O the fame of his actions we’ve heard of before
Dm                          C          Dm
But now he is challenged by young Mrs. Gore
Dm                                F             C
For to run with Miss Griesel that handsome grey mare
        F             C                           Dm
For ten thousand gold guineas on the Plains of Kildare.
 
Dm         G
 
[Verse 3]
Dm                                        C               G
And the cattle they were brought out with saddle whip and bridle
Dm                                 C                    Dm
And the gentlemen did shout at the sight of the gallant riders
Dm                             F            C
And in viewing the cattle just as they came there
        F             C                          Dm
O they all laid their money on the Monaghan grey mare.
 
Dm        G
 
[Verse 4]
Dm                             C             G
And the order it was given and away they did fly
Dm                         C                Dm
Stewball like an arrow the grey mare passed by
Dm                              F              C
If you had’ve been there for to see them going round
         F               C                                  Dm
You’d’ve thought to your heart their feet ne’er touched the ground.
 
Dm        G
 
[Verse 5]
Dm                                 C             G
And when at last they came to half way round the course
Dm                       C         Dm
Stewball and his rider began to discourse
Dm                              F           C
Says Stewball to the rider “Can you tell to me
        F       C                          G
How far is that grey mare this moment from me.”
 
F   G     Dm
 
[Verse 6]
Dm                              C            G
Says the rider to Stewball “You run in great style
Dm                              C           Dm
You’re ahead of the grey mare almost half a mile
Dm                             F         C
And if you keep your running I vow and I swear
         F             C                           G
That you never will be beaten by the Monaghan grey mare.”
 
F   G     Dm
 
[Verse 7]
 
Dm                              C               G
The last winning post, Stewball passed it quite handy
Dm                              C                Dm
Horse and rider both called for sherry, wine and brandy
Dm                                F          C
And they drank up a health to the noble grey mare
        F             C                           G
For she emptied their pockets on the Plains of Kildare. F/C: 5,3,0,0