Schott Music Irish Folk Tunes for Accordion

Irish Folk enjoys a great popularity, because the folk music of Ireland through its varied rhythms and the characteristic instrumental instrumentation gives every occasion that certain something. In every note you can hear the heart of Ireland, no matter if exuberant, longing or melancholic. In addition, the accordion is an indispensable part of every Irish folk band, because with its unmistakable sound it provides authenticity and atmosphere. It is not without reason that the instrument is an extremely popular element of folk music of numerous cultures.

Irish Folk Tunes for Accordion presents 30 traditional Irish tunes of various styles, arranged here in intermediate arrangements for advanced players. The material is ideal for practicing at home, but also for performances, as an accompaniment to each song is available for download, providing the full sound experience. The book is rounded off with background information and notes on the interpretation of the pieces, which will immerse you even deeper, as well as German and French translations of the song texts.

Contents:

• A Fig For A Kiss
• Fred Finn's
• Bothy Jig
• Denis Murphy's
• The Scholar
• The Morning Star
• The Humours or Westmeath
• The Downfall or Paris
• The Maid or The Green
• Cuckoo
• Sweeney's Polka
• Shandon Bells
• Mrs Crotty's
• Paddy The Dandy
• Kitty's Wedding
• Off She Goes
• Glass or Beer
• Off to California
• Going to the Well for Water
• Saint Patrick's Day
• The Ballydesmond (No.2)
• Hardiman the Fiddler
• Chief O'Neill's Favourite
• Martin Wynne's
• My Darling Asleep
• Give and a Drink or Water
• Maggie in the Woods
• Toss the Feathers
• The Liverpool Hornpipe
• The Road to Lisdoonvarna