Alice’s Reel: Tune 6 of 52
January 5, 2021
We’re at week 6 of my 52 week goal of learning a tune a week. This week’s tune is called Alice’s Reel and was written by the great Irish fiddler, Frankie Gavin. I hope you like it:
Author: Katrina VanTyne
Hindsight is 2020
December 31, 2020
Though 2020 has been a tough one for us all, I want to spend some time appreciating all the good things that happened amidst the chaos, say good-bye to all the bad things that caused the chaos, and welcome in a bright new year filled with hope, empathy, love and, of course, beautiful music. I’m … More Hindsight is 2020
Why do today, what you can do…?
December 30, 2020
A few days before COVID hit, there was an Irish session about 30 minutes away from my house. I debated whether to go because it was getting dark and I was getting lazy after working all day. I opted to stay home, cuddle up on the couch, and plant myself in front of the TV. … More Why do today, what you can do…?
The Drunken Piper: Tune 5 of 52
December 29, 2020
This week’s tune is a march that is easy to learn, and fun to play. Enjoy! … More The Drunken Piper: Tune 5 of 52
Greensleeves: Tune 4 of 52
December 22, 2020
This year, I’ve been having a hard time getting into the Christmas spirit. So to help get into the spirit of the season, I figured I would stray from the Irish fiddle tunes this week and play one of my holiday favorites. … More Greensleeves: Tune 4 of 52
The Winter Solstice & The Great Conjunction
December 21, 2020
Though we cannot gather for holiday music this year we can celebrate the Winter Solstice and the Great Conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn. … More The Winter Solstice & The Great Conjunction
Katy is Waiting: Tune 3 of 52
December 15, 2020
This is tune #3 out of 52 that I’m learning in 52 weeks. It’s a traditional Irish jig called Katy is Waiting. Enjoy! … More Katy is Waiting: Tune 3 of 52
Christmas Eve: Tune 2 of 52
December 7, 2020
Now that Thanksgiving is over and December is in full swing, I thought I would relearn the tune Christmas Eve, otherwise known as Tommy Coen’s, named after the fiddler/accordion player who composed it. I learned this 3-part tune over 10 years ago and have always loved it so I figured I would dust it off … More Christmas Eve: Tune 2 of 52
Music that Make the Dancers Dance
December 6, 2020
Learning tunes is the easy part. Giving them life is the challenge. Read more on how to give life to your music. … More Music that Make the Dancers Dance
Some Say the Devil is Dead: Tune 1 of 52
December 1, 2020
For some this pandemic has been an opportunity to catch up on house projects, crafts, or learn a new skill. For me, I’ve had moments of productivity and moments where I have barely left the couch (the 15 pounds of extra weight is proof of that). I can’t even count how many shows I’ve binge-watched … More Some Say the Devil is Dead: Tune 1 of 52
Session Obsession 