| Sean Kenan - Fancy Yourself Fiddling? vol 1 | Review, tracklist, & music samples

Sean Kenan's attractively produced tutor book and CD set "Fancy Yourself Fiddling" is a collection of thirty well chosen tunes for the fiddle, ideal for those wishing to learn celtic style playing. The book has a CD of all the tunes included, with the tunes played slowly and clearly, so that you can learn by ear and pick up the music in the best way, and it is equally well suited as a beginners tune collection for other instruments. Full notation of all tunes with chords is provided for those who prefer to learn from notation.

| Helen Rivero - Singing Practice | Review, tracklist, & music samples

This item is now in stock and can be ordered. The CD is designed for contemporary singing styles, not classical. It is a home recorded CD

| Anne Harkin - How to Play Arabic Drum (Video) | Review, tracklist, & music samples

(VHS video, PAL format for Australia and some European countries. Please CHECK that your video player will play PAL format before ordering this product). This video cassette is one of the best teaching resources available for the darabouka, also known as the Egyptian tabla, derbeleki, dumbek, etc etc. Anne shows the complete beginner how to play. The 33 minute tape shows how to sit and hold the drum, how to hit it to obtain various tones, and how to play 7 different rhythms - Baladi, Maksoum, Saaidi, Malfuf, Khaligi, Fellahi and Ayoubi, with some variations of these rhythms.

| Anne Harkin - Darabouka Class | Review, tracklist, & music samples

Darabouka Class - learn to play Arabic rhythms on darabouka with this excellent tuition CD from a well established Darwin-based teacher and musician. A well illustrated booklet with full information on a number of basic rhythms comes inside the CD case.

| Concertina CDROM tutorial - Niall Vallely | Review, tracklist, & music samples

Niall Vallely has developed a unique approach to concertina playing: the fluidity and precision heard in his playing is a testament to both his musicality and technical mastery. He has established himself as one of Irish music's most exciting performers through his work with Nomos, Karan Casey, and in a solo capacity. Niall has extensive teaching experience at home and abroad including 8 years as concertina tutor in the Music Department of University College Cork.

| Piano Accordion CDROM tutorial - Karen Tweed | Review, tracklist, & music samples

Karen Tweed is the most admired and prolific piano accordionist in the history of Irish traditional music. With 15 album credits, a relentless touring schedule, and, teaching posts at England's top summer schools, Karen has transformed the image of the piano accordion in twelve short years. She can be regularly found at the Folk Beat Derby Festival and Folkworks Adult Summer School, Durham. Karen is also Core Tutor and Assistant to the Director (Alistair Anderson) on the Degree Course in Folk Music at Durham University.

| Irish Bouzouki CDROM tutorial - Gerry McKee | Review, tracklist, & music samples

Gerry McKee is a true innovator in the tradition of Irish-bouzouki playing. His style is rhythm driven with a strong emphasis on bass runs and substitute chords. Included in Gerry's many teaching invitations are, the Masters Degree in Traditional Music Performance at University College Limerick, and at the Blas Festival held on the same campus.

| Bodhran CDROM Tutorial - Frank Torpey | Review, tracklist, & music samples

Frank Torpey is a founding member of the group Nomos. He has been Bodhrán Tutor at University College Cork since 1992 and has taught widely in Ireland, the United States and Europe. The tutorial caters for all levels from the absolute beginner to very advanced players. The bodhran tutorial also includes a performance piece and an interview with the tutor. "...not only is Frank a compelling performer and a truly exciting bodhran player, he is also an inspirational and experienced teacher. This is the best bodhran tutor available..." - Mel Mercier, Head of Ethnomusicology, University College Cork.

| Fiddle CDROM tutorial - Cathal Hayden | Review, tracklist, & music samples

Cathal Hayden of Four Men and a Dog fame is renowned for his exciting yet subtle approach to the fiddle; his style has become one of the most readily recognized throughout the world of Irish traditional music. This fiddle tutorial caters for all levels from the absolute beginner to very advanced players. The tutorial also includes a performance piece and an interview with Cathal.

| Flute CDROM tutorial - Seamus Egan | Review, tracklist, & music samples

Flute instruction is provided here by flute tutor Seamus Egan, known worldwide for his work with band Solas. Video and audio files combine with music notation, text and photos to make the learning process as easy as possible. In addition to his virtuoso playing, Seamus is also highly regarded as a recording artist and producer.The tutorial caters for all levels from the absolute beginner to very advanced players. The flute tutorial also includes a performance piece and an interview with Seamus.

| Uilleann Pipes CDROM tutorial - Sean Potts | Review, tracklist, & music samples

| Tin Whistle CDROM tutor - Brian Finnegan | Review, tracklist, & music samples

Learn to play the tin whistle with our CD ROM tin whistle tutorial. Tin whistle instruction is provided by renowned tin whistle tutor Brian Finnegan. Video and audio files combine with music notation, text and photos to make the learning process as easy as possible. Brian Finnegan is a celebrated whistle (and flute) player, well known for his exciting approach to the art through his playing with Flook. This approach has also made him a much sought-after teacher in both Ireland and England. This tin whistle tutorial caters for all levels, from the absolute beginner to the advanced player. A performance piece and interview are included in the CD ROM.

| Irish Tenor Banjo CDROM tutor - Gerry O'Connor | Review, tracklist, & music samples

Learn to play the Irish tenor banjo style with banjo instruction provided by banjo tutor Gerry O Connor. Video and audio files combine with music notation, text and photos to make the learning process as easy as possible. The MadForTrad banjo tutorial was recorded by renowned banjo player Gerry O'Connor (of Four Men and a Dog fame). As well as being a successful performer, Gerry is also an experienced banjo teacher who regularly gives workshops in Ireland, Europe and the United States. The banjo tutor caters for all levels from the absolute beginner to very advanced players. The banjo tutorial also includes a performance piece and an interview with Gerry.

| B/C Button Accordion CDROM tutor - Derek Hickey | Review, tracklist, & music samples

Learn to play the button accordion with our CD ROM button accordion tutorial. Button accordion instruction is provided by our button accordion tutor Derek Hickey. Video and audio files combine with music notation, text and photos to make the learning process as easy as possible.