Accordion

• Benny McCarthy -Online classes via McNeela Music (Free with qualifying instrument purchases).
• Damien O’Reilly – Online accordion lessons.
  • “I’m so happy to find this site. I’ve played single row for many years and following a gig from St. Patrick’s day, my attention turned to the Emerald Island. This site is exactly what I needed to learn the BC and the traditional Irish repertoire. I’m looking forward to working through the lessons”. Brad, OH, USA.
• Dáire Mulhern – Intermediate online lessons via OAIM.
• David Munnelly – Button accordion lessons.
• Derek Hickey – Basics and intermediate lessons via OAIM.
• Tina McLoughlin – Online B/C button accordion classes and workshops.

Banjo

• Ben Clark – Comprehensive online lessons.
  • “I’ve been searching for a site to learn banjo, guitar, and the mandolin – I finally found one! Ben’s site is easy to understand with my limited knowledge – I haven’t had to call my boys for help once! Good job, Banjo Ben.” – Dicko Green
  • “Banjo Ben is the BEST teacher on the internet. His vids are very easy to follow with a great variety of songs and instruments to learn.” – Grace. F 
• Brainjo Academy (Clawhammer) – Online course focusing on clawhammer style.
• Brainjo Academy (Fingerstyle) – Online course focusing on fingerstyle.
• Enda Scahill – Renowned online banjo lessons.
  • Enda’s tutor is masterfully conceived, the product of years of playing and thoughtful reflection” – Professor Mick Moloney
  • “Enda does things on the banjo which should be impossible. He’s just about the best we’ve ever heard”- Irish American News
• Philip Jones – Tenor banjo lessons available.
• Shay Sweeney – Connect on Facebook for lessons.

Bodhrán

• Nicole Fig – Bodhrán basic via OAIM.
• Brian Fleming – Bodhrán basics via OAIM.
• Rónán Ó Snodaigh – Online classes via McNeela Music (Free with qualifying instrument purchases).
  • “Ronan O’ Snodaigh for me – the man’s a genius!” – Merv Allen
• Ruairi Glasheen – Teaches bodhrán through an online platform.
  • “The teaching us to a very high standard with great supporting material and very reasonably priced. He also runs regular love online zoom sessions and face to face workshops at the London Irish Centre in Camden.” – Colette Dark
  • “He is sharing the history of the Bodhran along with how to play it. This makes him a wonderfully well rounded teacher and his love of the instrument comes through loud and clear.” – Robert Maddison
• Shay Sweeney Drums – Connect on Facebook for lessons.
• Tina McLoughlin – Offers bodhrán workshops.

Bouzouki

• Alan Reid – Intermediate bouzouki lessons via OAIM.
• Billy Mag Fhloinn – Basic bouzouki lessons via OAIM.
• Philip Jones – Offers Irish bouzouki lessons.

Cello

• Cello Discovery – Comprehensive online cello lessons.

Concertina

• Caitlin Nic Gabhann – Extensive concertina lessons.
  • “She makes learning the concertina simple and enjoyable and I keep getting better! …. It was the best thing I ever did. You won’t regret it either.”
  • “She teaches new tunes in a way that is very effective. She can explain basic and complicated facts. She shares thoughts about music and good practicing manners, which is big help for a learner from another country like me.”
• Edel Fox – Online beginner classes via OAIM
• Caroline Keane – Online beginner classes via OAIM
• Liam O’Brien – Courses beginner via OAIM.
• Jack Talty – Online concertina classes via McNeela Music (Free with qualifying instrument purchases).
  • “This is certainly a five star course for the concertina. I’ve worked the lessons – very smartly designed to help the beginner with clear directions and examples. It’s the next best thing to being there with Jack.” – G. Brock
  • “Essential information if you are going to understand the concertina.  Easily understood and well explained.” – Gene Sartain

Fiddle/Violin

• Caitlin Warbelow – Offers online fiddle lessons.
• Colleen Freeman – Online lessons available.
  • I can’t say enough good things about Colleen! She has a soft-spoken, gentle manner, yet she is persistent in her efforts to get the most out of her students; she won’t let them settle for mediocrity.”
  • “I love working with Colleen Freeman! She’s a fantastic musician and teacher. She knows so much about Irish tradition, technique, musicality, and the whole package.”
• Emerald Rae – Celtic fiddle lessons.
• Hannah Harris – Online fiddle lessons.
  • “I have been taking lessons with Hannah Harris for a couple months now and she has been wonderful. Her passion is clear in all she does.” – Elizabeth Davis
• Martin Hayes – Renowned musician, offers online lessons.
• Peg Head Nation – Various fiddle courses available.
• Rebecca Sutton w/ Walton’s Dublin – Group courses for beginners.

Flute

• Kevin Crawford (OAIM) – Lessons focusing on Irish flute techniques.
• Tom Doorley Online Irish flute classes via McNeela Music (Free with qualifying instrument purchases). 
  • “Glad to see this is finally released to the public! Tom has created a well-versed and enjoyable class for beginners to advanced. The lessons are patient, very clear, and well-paced. You want to see this even if you are a seasoned player!” – Paul. L
• Shannon Heaton – Online flute lessons available.

Guitar

• Andy Guitar – Beginner-friendly guitar lessons.
• Artists Works – Diverse range of guitar lessons.
• Dan Thorpe – Guitar lessons.
• Dave Seay – Comprehensive online lessons.
• Mike Hedding – Comprehensive lessons.
  • “I feel like you’re in the room teaching me correct finger placement and chords. Progress is slow but you make it fun!”
  • “His teaching method is very easy to follow in that he breaks the tunes down measure by measure, explaining and showing the placement of both hands”.
• Peg Head Nation – Guitar courses.
• Tony’s Acoustic Challenge – Engaging lessons.

Harmonica

• Dave Seay – Harmonica lessons available.

Harp

• Christy-Lyn – Online harp lessons available.
  • “Your lessons are laid out in the best way, the format is ideal for my learning style. Thank you for building a welcoming community. Harp practice has become my sanctuary!”

Hurdy Gurdy

• Stephen Tyler – Lessons via Facebook.

Keyboard & Piano

• Kay Risley – Lessons for keyboard and piano.

Mandolin

• Marla Fibish – Lessons through Peg Head Nation.
• Mike Hedding – Online mandolin lessons.
• Philip Jones – Online mandolin lessons.
• Pickin’ Lessons – Beginner mandolin crash course.

Whistle

• Conor Lamb (Group Lessons) – Online whistle lessons and workshops.
• John O’Brien Online whistle classes via McNeela Music (Free with qualifying instrument purchases).
  • “I find the lessons very enjoyable, John explains ornamentation very well and provides a good introduction into cuts, taps and rolls which I have begun to master quite well, John provides a lot of positivity in his lessons which keeps me motivated, I love the sessions, great course.” – Kevin Bassett
  • “I can’t recommend this course enough! I was totally stuck and wasn’t improving at all trying to learn on my own.. Trust me it’s worth it and more if you seriously want to improve as a tin whistle player.  I look forward every day to my lesson time!” – Hannah
• OAIM (Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced) – Range of online whistle courses.
  • “I find their lesson to be top notch. They’re very easy to follow and all you to learn at your own pace. “ – AJ McGo
• Tina McLoughlin – Whistle and low whistle lessons and workshops available.

Free Online Lessons

Learn at your own pace with these fantastic free resources, perfect for beginners or those looking to explore new instruments without any cost.

One-on-One Lessons

For a more personalised learning experience, consider one-on-one lessons with these expert instructors:

Accordion

• Tina McLoughlin – Skype lessons
• David Munnelly – Skype lessons

Bodhrán

• Tina McLoughlin – Skype lessons

Fiddle

• Deb Greenblatt – Zoom lessons
• Kevin Lees – Skype lessons

Flute

• Enda Seery – Skype lessons

Whistle

• Conor Lamb – Skype lessons
• Enda Seery – Skype lessons
• Tina McLoughlin – Skype lessons

Other Recommended Learning Resources

Check out these extra materials like books and CDs. They’re great for diving deeper into your music and picking up new tips and techniques.

• Henry Doktorski’s Books/CDs – Accordion
• The Absolute Beginner’s Tenor Banjo Book by Eamon Coyne – Banjo (Tenor)

A big thank you to everyone who reached out, we received such an enthusiastic response from our followers and are proud to share these valuable resources with our wider community.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced musician, we hope these recommendations help you. 

Happy learning!