Irish Tin Whistle

Our library is a new generation of Irish Low Whistle with incredible playability and realism. Low Whistle was created with legato techniques. The low whistle, or concert whistle, is a variation of the traditional tin whistle/pennywhistle, distinguished by its lower pitch and larger size. It is increasingly accepted as a feature of Irish traditional music. In both kinds of music the low whistle is often used for the playing of airs and slow melodies due to its haunting sound. However, it is also becoming used more often for the playing of Irish jigs, reels and hornpipes, it being easier to produce some ornametations on the whistle, due to the size of the finger holes. The most common low whistle is the "Low D".

"Irish Heartbeat", a collaboration album with Van Morrison, was Van’s first attempt to reconcile his Celtic roots with his blues and soul music. It was also The Chieftains’ first full blown collaboration album. Although there were worries about working with a major rock star, the recording was a success, introducing elements of Van’s unique soul and jazz style singing to traditional songs and music. This was the beginning of an ongoing successful musical relationship between Van and The Chieftains.

I'll show you the basics (for joining sessions) on shaker, rhythm bones, spoons, bodhran, jews harp and harmonica

I'll show you the basics (for joining sessions) on shaker, rhythm bones, spoons, bodhran, jews harp and harmonica

Clookai has been playing the flute and Irish tin whistle since the age of 12. Her passion for music started from a young age when she frequented live music venues around Leicestershire with her parents.