In this lesson, you’ll learn the reel “Anything for John Joe.” It’s what is often called a “half reel” or “single reel,” meaning there are only 16 measures in the whole tune. Marla starts by playing “Anything for John Joe” through a couple times and then takes it apart slowly, phrase by phrase.
The Blackbird Hornpipe |
The Blackbird Hornpipe, Part 2: Variations and Ornamentation |
Marla plays through each phrase of “The Blackbird Hornpipe” showing you some ideas for variations and ornamentation you might want to use on the tune.
"The Blackbird Hornpipe" (Available to subscribers) |