As a lover and player of traditional Irish music, I have had the pleasure of discovering many talented musicians over the (many) years. However, in more recent times, I’ve been particularly taken with the work Continue reading
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According to a number of sources, it seems that left-handed/left hand dominant people make up roughly between 10-12% of the population. That may not seem like a lot, but since
The tenor banjo is an incredibly diverse instrument. With a rich history spanning over a century, this particular four string instrument has found its place in two worlds that at
Eager to learn about the banjo? Wondering what makes a banjo ‘the best’? Well check out this guide to the banjo and all things banjo related as I’m sure I’ll
Despite the frequent use of banjos in traditional Irish music, it’s a common misconception that banjos originated as indigenous Irish instruments. However, the banjo didn’t originate in Ireland, or America,
In the third instalment of my Top Tips for Trad Musicians series, I want to address an issue I mentioned briefly in my previous article that affects a surprising number