Bodhrán Technique
In this course 'Bodhrán Technique', maestro percussionist Jim Higgins presents a range of rhythmical accompaniments to cover a variety of tune types - Reels, Jigs, Slipjigs, Slides, Polkas and Hornpipes. Over the course of the13 tutorials, Jim discusses and demonstrates many techniques that the learner Bodhrán player can add to his palette of techniques - rolls, backhand motion, the use of syncopation, the 'Bo Diddley Beat', and rim techniques to name but a few. As a drummer, he frequently discusses how to apply what can be done on a drum kit to the Bodhrán. The video tutorials are in a split screen format, so the learner can view the back hand as well as the forehand at all times. Jim Higgins, who hails from Renmore, Galway has been a member of 'The Stunning' and 'The Saw Doctors'. He spent four years touring with 'River Dance' and is a member of 'The Mairtín O'Connor Band' and also of Donegal band 'Altan. He has also played with Lunasá, Paul Brady and Christy Moore.
Lessons
The Scale of D Major
Bodhrán Technique Lesson 1
D Major | Level 3 | Accompaniment
Short. In this lesson Jim will teach a funky beat to accompany a, medium paced reel.
Reel
The Scale of D Major
Bodhrán Technique Lesson 5
Level 3 | Accompaniment
Slip Jig Rhythms
Slip Jig
Bodhrán Technique Lesson 6
Level 3 | Accompaniment
Accompanying Reels / Creating Variation in Tone Production and Contrast and Variation…
Reel
Bodhrán Technique Lesson 8
Level 3 | Accompaniment
Using the Hand as a Stick
Focus on Technique
Bodhrán Technique Lesson 9
Level 3 | Accompaniment
Advanced Development of the Funky Reel Rhythm
Reel
Bodhrán Technique Lesson 10
Level 3 | Accompaniment
Strengthening the Up Beat
Focus on Technique
Bodhrán Technique Lesson 13
Level 3 | Accompaniment
Exploring Different Types of Bodhráns and Percussion Instruments
Focus on Technique
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