Primary Tin Whistle

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Primary Tin Whistle

The Best Way to Start the Whistle!

I had never picked up an instrument before, and this tutor made learning the tin whistle simple and fun. It walks you through holding the whistle right up to playing simple ornamentation. The exercises are logical, and the finger chart diagrams are crystal clear. I highly recommend this as a true beginner resource!

Name: Chloe O’Connell

Place: Dublin, Ireland

Date: 10 March 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

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

The complete step-by-step tutor for the tin whistle, taking you from holding the instrument to mastering advanced ornamentation. This book provides clear tabs, traditional notation, and companion audio, ensuring you build a strong, authentic foundation in Irish music. Start playing the whistle the right way, today!

€15.00

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Key Benefits

  • Complete Beginner Course: Starts with the basics and builds to advanced skills.

  • Clear Tabs & Notation: Easy-to-read whistle tabs paired with standard music notation.

  • Focus on Ornamentation: Dedicated sections on cuts, rolls, and taps.

  • Tutor Approved: Structured curriculum derived from real teaching experience.

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About Primary Tin Whistle

This is the ultimate guide for anyone serious about learning the tin whistle. It’s a comprehensive curriculum that covers everything from basic posture and breath control to reading music and performing complex Irish ornamentation. Unlike simple sheet music books, this is a true tutor designed to develop proper technique. The clear layouts and included audio guarantee you establish good habits from the very first note.

What You'll Learn:

  • The fundamental scale and finger positions.
  • Proper breath control and tonguing techniques.
  • Detailed instruction on all common Irish music ornamentation (cuts, rolls, taps, slides).
  • How to read and understand both tabs and staff notation.
  • A selection of popular Irish and English tunes to build confidence.

Who This Book Is For:

  • Absolute beginners picking up the tin whistle for the first time.
  • Players looking to correct bad habits and improve their ornamentation.
  • Music teachers seeking a reliable, structured syllabus for their classes.

Primary Tin Whistle

Mary Had a Little Lamb
Lyrics to Mary Had a Little Lamb
This Old Man
Lyrics to This Old Man
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
Lyrics to Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
Baa, Baa, Black Sheep
Lyrics to Baa, Baa, Black Sheep

Beidh Aonach Amárach
Lyrics to Beidh Aonach Amárach
Mo Ghile Mear
Lyrics to Mo Ghile Mear
Óro Sé do Bheatha ‘Bhaile
Lyrics to Óro Sé do Bheatha ‘Bhaile
Amhrán na bhFiann
Lyrics to Amhrán na bhFiann
Báidín Fheilimí
Lyrics to Báidín Fheilimí
Bean Pháidín
Lyrics to Bean Pháidín

Céad Míle Fáilte Romhat
Deus Meus Adiuva Me
Lyrics to Deus Meus Adiuva Me
A Íosa, Glan mo Chroíse
This is the Day
Dóchas Linn Naomh Pádraig
Lyrics to Céad Míle Fáilte Romhat
Lyrics to This is the Day
Lyrics to A Íosa, Glan mo Chroíse
Lyrics to Dóchas Linn Naomh Pádraig

Away in a Manger
Lyrics to Away in a Manger
O Come All Ye Faithful
Lyrics to O Come All Ye Faithful
Silent Night or Oíche Chiúin
Lyrics to Silent Night
Good King Wenceslas
Lyrics to Good King Wenceslas
We wish you a Merry Christmas
Lyrics to We wish you a Merry Christmas
Jingle Bells
Lyrics to Jingle Bells

The Heather Breeze
The Silver Spear

The Sliabh Luachra Polka
The Bog down in the Valley
Maggie in the Woods

The Connaught Man’s Rambles
The Kesh Jig
Out on the Ocean

The Boys of Bluehill
Off to California

Planxty Fanny Power
Sí Bheag Sí Mhór
Planxty Irwin
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