Amsco Over 200 Irish Songs And Dances

Summary of This Book

This volume is a true anthology dedicated to the Irish repertoire, designed for all those who love the energy of traditional dances as much as the emotion of great melodies. It features a particularly rich array of ballads and airs, love songs and anthems, as well as the key forms of the instrumental tradition: jigs, reels, and hornpipes. The collection allows exploration of different moods, from intimate narrative songs to lively tunes made for foot-tapping.

The content highlights titles that have become essential and frequently requested. Among the melodies and songs included are notably "Danny Boy," "Molly Malone," "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling," "The Rocky Road To Dublin," "The Irish Washerwoman," "Swallowtail Jig," "The Wind That Shakes The Barley," and "The Minstrel Boy." This diversity makes it an excellent resource for varying musical colors, moving from a singing tune to a dance, or creating a suite of pieces in a session spirit.

Thanks to this particularly generous selection, this collection is aimed both at those wishing to discover the great Irish standards and at musicians already familiar with the style, seeking an extensive repertoire to keep on hand. An essential resource to enrich your practice of traditional Irish music, expand your repertoire ideas, and quickly find a melody as soon as it comes back to mind.

Technical specifications

Musical Genre

Traditional, World

Genre

traditional Irish music (ballads, airs, jigs, reels, hornpipes)