Instrument Pages
Hammered Dulcimer Page
The hammered dulcimer is an instrument played by striking strings stretched over a trapezoidal sounding board using small mallets held in each hand. The Graeco-Roman word "dulcimer" has...
Uilleann Pipes Page
Uilleann pipes are recognized as the characteristic national bagpipes of Ireland. Also know as union pipes, the commercial name of this musical instrument has been...
Bodhran Page: History of the Irish Drum
The bodhran (pronounced "bow-rawn"), or simply the Irish drum, is an Irish frame drum measuring 12 to 24 inches in diameter and a depth between...
How to Play Guides
How to Play the Bodhran For Beginners: 5 Basic Steps
Learning how to play the bodhran can be a challenge for anyone just starting out, so I've tried to make things easier by giving...
How to Play the Celtic Harp: A Beginner’s Guide
It is believed that the sound of the Celtic harp, sometimes called the lever harp or folk harp, is so melodious that it is akin to the...
How to Play the Tin Whistle: 5 Easy Steps
The tin whistle, popularly known as the penny whistle, is considered by many to be the most recognizable instrument within Irish traditional music. In England,...
Buyer's Guides
Bodhran For Sale: A Buyer’s Guide
If you're looking for a bodhran for sale online, then this bodhran buyer's guide may be of assistance to you! The bodhran is a...
Bodhran Tippers For Sale: Best Tipper For Beginners
Behind every great bodhran player is a great bodhran tipper! A tipper, sometimes called a beater or a cipín, is a small, wooden baton-shaped instrument used to...
