It is used in the learning and teaching of traditional irish music, it is the best beginner concertina and particularly favored by teachers. This concertina is an advance beginner concertina by mcneela music. The irish concertina makers of the concertina 2020 mcneela. Concertina solo page 1, page 2, page 3, page 4, page 5, page 6, page 7 and page 8. The best of marion zimmer bradley by marion zimmer bradley. The life and loves of a dominatrix by susan winemaker. Paraic mcneela the wren 30 key cg anglo concertina. The estimated delivery date is displayed within the order details. Other music writtenarranged by me bourree in gm by js bach as a postscript file and in abc the latter being suitable for abcm2ps, written by jeanfrancois moine. It all began when paraic, the third son, crafted his first bodhran in 1978. Music books by helmi harrington chemnitz concertina books. Barleycorn concertinas carries a very good range of second chris algar hand concertinas, possibly the best 60 liverpool road west anywhere. Start with middle c on your concertina and work through the 8 notes, or octave, up to c1, or high c. Concertina construction traditional reedpans are fitted to the bellows frame heritage model.
This site is an online reference library for all concertinas, with particular strength in the maccann duet concertina. The bellows are handbuilt using quality goatskin leather for durability and the ends are ordained with excellent designs. Just give me a ring on 01876 560 338 or visit during my usual opening hours monfri 9. It has been said that almost every house in ireland had a concertina which was usually kept in the chimney corner nook. See more ideas about concertina book, handmade books and book art. Apr 20, 20 a couple of weeks ago i came across albelli photo books and gave their 17 x 11. The anglo concertina absolute beginners it is my understanding that these anglo concertinas are manufactured in china but then mcneela fiddles with them to make them sound and play better. If you are a complete novice, as i was you will find this to be a great place to start. I constructed this book as a means to display a series of double sided prints that i created on a holiday at woodgate. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. If tracking information has been provided by the seller, it will also be displayed. Buy paraic mcneela the wren 30 key cg anglo concertina at amazon uk. The brand new phoenix concertina by mcneela instruments 95.
The wren is a 30 key cg anglo concertina key points. Since we launched the phoenix weve had a great reaction, players are especially taken with the quality of the tone, thanks to the superior reeds, the size of the delrin buttons and the sheer ease of play thanks to its fast action and light weight. A good intermediate concertina hand crafted with accordion steel reeds and stainless steel action with stainless springs. During this extraordinary time of covid19, i believe learning, playing or just listening to music is now more important than ever remi chiu, a musicologist at loyola university, says musics ability to overcome our egos is a very powerful tool in a quarantine. It has all the fingering charts and notes for its impressive collection of tunes and is a great tutorial for the absolute. Jul 03, 2016 ive tried using concertina accordionfold sketchbooks in the past, but found them very awkward to use when out and about. Limited stock we are delighted to introduce the new and improved wren 2 to our collection.
His desire to create the ultimate bodhran means he is constantly developing and innovating and perfecting his craft. Mcneela products makers of the concertina 2020 mcneela music. Welcome to the concertinas store, where youll find great prices on a wide range of different. Unfortunately cannot afford to spend a lot of money and have looked at so many online. We remain open online for business but as our phones are currently unmanned please use the contact us page to get in touch. An extremely wellwritten method for 20key, germanstyle concertina. A concertina is a freereed musical instrument, like the various accordions and the harmonica. So much so that paraic can count u2, christy moore and ronan o snodaigh among his many fans and customers. I am struggling to read music and learn the fingering on a 20 button anglo concertina, and want to find some kind of music book that will teach me to play sea shanties. Bodhran by paraic mcneela that produces a rich, deep tone and is not as intrusive when playing in sessions produces a beautiful soft tone four and a half inch, handcrafted rim has an added layer of wood to provide extra strength and a tbar and a cutout for even more playing comfort. Irish concertinas by mcneela the anglo concertina has been a popular irish traditional instrument since the early 20th century.
When youre making music, youre submitting yourself your mind, your. The mcneela family, originally from mayo, grew up in east wall, dublin city. Paul hardys english concertina pictures are worth a visit. Journals and concertina books visual exploration and idea development for art practice. The concertina was developed independently in both england and germany. The brand new phoenix concertina by mcneela instruments. The caissons go rolling along, camptown races, kumbaya, michael row the boat ashore, when the saints go marching in. This list is not exhaustive and i would welcome further information. Any additional books and boxes i have in stock are listed under the different categories. Comes with a complimentary shockproof padded concertina hard case 30 day trial send it back to us if youre not 100% happy with your phoenix. Mcneela products makers of the concertina 2020 mcneela.
All orders placed before 12pm are shipped the same day. As published in concertina world 426 supplement 2003 pp. Accordian book, concertina book, accordion fold, stephen bishop, book crafts, paper crafts, libros popup, handmade books, handmade journals. Old concertina waltz sheet 1, sheet 2 old country polka version 1 sheet 1 old country polka version 2 sheet 1 old fashioned polka sheet 1. Comes with italian cagnoni reeds a large sound and a crisp tone adjustable straps comes with a free padded concertina gig bag worth. Lachenal 20 key anglo concertina cg, badged h j journet regular price. I emailed the project part of the series of photographs taken of belmont parish, durham on monday to albelli and have just received the photo book in todays post, a fast turn around. I have been told about the wren but dont know anything about it. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. But i am very happy to make books and boxes to order based on what is listed here or on any other page of my website. We stock various types of concertinas, new and antique, including the l achenal concertina, the jeffries concertina and more. Plusscalar chart of all pitches of the c concertina.
It consists of expanding and contracting bellows, with buttons or keys usually on both ends, unlike accordion buttons, which are on the front. The marvelous book by alan atlas on the historical use of these fine concertinas by their original owners is the wheatstone concertina in victorian england. Paraic mcneela the wren 30 key cg anglo concertina amazon uk. The wren is a 30 key anglo wooden ended concertina with black bellows and comes in the keys of cg. There are four boys in the family all with a great interest in traditional irish music. Researched and developed by paraic mcneela, its a 30button anglo concertina in the key of cg.
Mcneela premium velvetlined padded concertina hard case for. The handbook for english concertina, by roger watson, is elementary, and takes you from the very introductory elements of first finding the notes positionally, and guides you through the scales one by one. Hi, wonder if any of you kind folks could suggest a good starter concertina for a 10 year old. Big nick robertshaws spotters guide mirrored at homewood musical is a great survey of english system concertinas. The concertina format is partially restricted so the book stands up without assist, and the pages fan out for an interesting display.
The brand new phoenix concertina for sale from 95 scroll down for more details available to order from mcneela instruments. Photos of most of our books are available please ask, as dustjacket and cover illustrations vary, and unless the accompanying image is marked bookseller image, it is an abebooks stock image, not our own. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The estimated delivery date is provided in your order processed email but can also be found via my account. Depending on the type of concertina you have, you will either alternate which hands play the notes or work down the rows of keys to play your scale. Christmas holiday music and polish koledy polka mass book dave czaja polka mass and spiritual music sing along with bill and his concertina bill moltz need help getting a better printout of the. Music books by helmi harrington chemnitz concertina books five easy pieces. The concertina is still as popular as ever and we have some beautiful concertinas to choose from. Susan comes across very honest and doesnt appear to over glamorise or talk up her experiences like you might expect.
Meow meow concertina folding board books spanner, helmut on. Why music is so good for your mental health mcneela music. See more ideas about accordion book, book making and book binding. The bodhran maker, paraic mcneela, started making bodhrans in 1979 and has never looked back.
How to make a concertina book new updated 7916 with new photos i made a new book using my printable shibori patterns kit as the photos on the old article were looking a bit small and dark i must have learnt more about taking and editing photos since then. It has adjustable straps and larger white key buttons. Theyre usually spineless like this seawhite version and my homemade one below with no hinge between the covers, so you cant use a double page when standing up, or without a table to rest on. Click view my purchases and locate your order in the list.