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.
PLAYING IN SEISIUNS AND CREATING SETS |
Practice Set #1: “The Beauty Spot” / “The Monaghan Twig” / “Sporting Paddy” |
Use this video to practice playing “The Beauty Spot,” “The Monaghan Twig,” and “Sporting Paddy” in a set. Marla gives you advice on being ready to play the next tune in a set, making sure you know how each tune starts.
Practice Set #1 MP3 Download (Available to subscribers) |