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Tired of confusing, cramped sheet music or books that won’t stay open? Discover the only method crafted from real teaching experience, featuring multi-format notation (ABC/Staff) and audio to make learning jigs, reels, and airs truly enjoyable.

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PRACTICE HASSLE-FREE

Our durable wire binding ensures your book lies perfectly flat on your stand, table, or lap—no more fighting folded pages.

LEARN YOUR WAY

Every tune features both traditional Staff Notation and easy-to-read ABC Notation, plus chords for accompanists.

INSTANT CLARITY

Clear, instrument-specific finger charts (for Tin Whistle, Flute, etc.) are included right on the page, eliminating guesswork.

LASER FOCUS

Our simple philosophy is one tune per page. Master each melody without distraction, building your repertoire step-by-step.

STRUCTURED CURRICULUM

Whether you’re a complete beginner or an intermediate player, our books provide a clear, logical path to musical mastery.

ESSENTIAL FOUNDATION

Every book includes a helpful introduction to the music theory and core concepts relevant to Irish Traditional Music.

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The Ceol Tracks Advantage:

See It, Read It, Play It.

No more guessing! We eliminate frustration by putting everything you need to learn on one simple page: Staff Notation, ABC Notation, Chord Progressions, and clear Finger Charts. This unique, structured approach allows you to learn visually, by note, or by ear—faster and with more confidence.

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Tin Whistle & Session Starter Bundle

Perfectly Paired Tutors

Fantastic value! The Primary Tin Whistle Tutor is incredibly clear for a true beginner, and I love that the Session Book uses the same consistent notation style. It makes the transition from learning fundamentals to learning real tunes seamless. The whole package is top-notch.

Name: Ben Thompson

Place: Auckland, New Zealand

Date: 6 August 2013

Primary Tin Whistle

Incredible Clarity for Beginners

This book delivers exactly what it promises: a primary tutor with incredible clarity. I love that the core concepts of music theory are introduced gently, and the progression of tunes feels rewarding. The associated audio is fantastic for checking my technique and tone. A brilliant resource.

Name: Raj Patel

Place: Mumbai, India

Date: 29 January 2020

Tin Whistle & Session Starter Bundle

My Go-To Recommendation for Beginners

As a music teacher, I appreciate the pedagogical flow of this bundle. The students get specific whistle instruction first, and then the Session Book helps them immediately apply those skills. The finger charts are invaluable. This is the single best resource I use to start students on the tin whistle

Name: Dr. Aoibheann Casey

Place: New York, USA

Date: 1 February 2020

Tin Whistle & Session Starter Bundle

The Only Way to Start the Whistle

This bundle gives you the best of both worlds: the Primary Tutor gets your technique solid, and Session Book 1 immediately gives you essential repertoire. It’s a very logical, well-thought-out combination. I was playing my first few simple session tunes confidently within two months! Five stars.

Name: Claire Phelan

Place: Cork, Ireland

Date: 20 October 2022

The Complete Ceol Tracks Learning Bundle

Massive Value for Experienced Players

I've been playing trad music for decades but needed a reliable source for my repertoire. This bundle is perfect. The tunes are authentic, and the multiple notation formats (ABC and Staff) mean I can quickly scan and learn new melodies. It's truly a comprehensive and high-quality collection.

Name: Kenji Tanaka

Place: Vancouver, Canada

Date: 1 January 2017

The Session Musician’s Bundle (Books 1 & 2)

The Definitive Repertoire Collection

This bundle is perfect for serious trad musicians. Book 1 gives you the critical, common tunes, and Book 2 steps up the challenge with more advanced, beautiful melodies. The continuity of the method across both books is brilliant. No more hunting for sheet music—it’s all here, ready for the session.

Name: Brendan Clarke

Place: Melbourne, Australia

Date: 24 April 2024

Whistle Improver’s Session Bundle

Great Value for the Whistle Player!

This is the ideal bundle once you know the basics of the whistle. The Tutor book helped me polish my technique and ornamentation, and Session Book 1 immediately gave me a bank of tunes to apply those new skills. The multi-format notation (Staff/ABC) is exceptionally helpful when focusing on complex fingering.

Name: Fiona Higgins

Place: Toronto, Canada

Date: 19 November 2021

Primary Tin Whistle

Perfect for Adult Learners

As an older learner, I needed a method that respected my time and didn't feel patronizing. This tutor is structured, clear, and efficient. I particularly appreciate the detailed section on simple ornamentation. It's a professional, high-quality guide that has me playing short tunes within a few weeks.

Name: Robert Nielsen

Place: Oslo, Norway

Date: 8 November 2016

Whistle Improver’s Session Bundle

From Tutor to Session Master

A very well-chosen bundle. It provides a clear, seamless route from foundational knowledge to session-ready repertoire. I would have liked perhaps one or two more advanced ornamentation examples, but overall, the quality of the tunes and the clarity of the layout warrant a high rating. Excellent resource!

Name: Marie Dubois

Place: Paris, France

Date: 1 October 2025

The Session Musician’s Bundle (Books 1 & 2)

A True Two-Book Progression

I purchased this bundle when I realized I needed a structured path to build my repertoire. The wire binding on both books is phenomenal—I can finally leave my music stand where it belongs. I’ve gone from barely knowing a jig to playing full sets, thanks to this clear, organized resource.

Name: Elena Rodriguez

Place: Madrid, Spain

Date: 5 December 2013

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