Traditional Slow Airs Of Ireland

This book is a major collection of traditional Irish slow airs that captures the essence and beauty of Irish traditional music. Included in the 118 airs that make up this compilation are some of the great sean-nós (old style) airs as well as tunes by O’Carolan and other well-known pieces. Author Tomás Ó Canainn has a lifetime of experience both performing and teaching Irish music, and his selection of beautiful, soaring and majestic slow airs is ideal for extending the repertoire of any melody instrument. These relatively easy pieces are also suitable for those approaching Irish slow airs for the first time. The companion CDs present every tune in the book played by the author and an ensemble of expert traditional musicians, so you can hear how the pieces should sound.