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The Parting Glass
A traditional song found in both Irish and Scottish tradition. Learn text, narrative and natural speech rhythm before adding vocal ornament.
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Sí Beag, Sí Mór
A melody attributed to Turlough Carolan and commonly played as a waltz. Use its slower pace to work on tone and phrase direction.
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Ballydesmond Polka No. 1
Part of a repertoire strongly associated with Sliabh Luachra. Keep the two-beat dance pulse buoyant rather than heavy.
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The Boys of Bluehill
A familiar hornpipe, commonly played in D. Compare the degree of swing used by different musicians rather than assuming one fixed rhythm.
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The Silver Spear
A widely played D-major reel. Map repeated phrases and distinct endings before adding ornamentation.
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Cooley’s Reel
A popular reel commonly played in E minor. Practise the opening figures slowly before restoring a continuous reel pulse.
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