Bodhran (Irish Drum) Value Pack - Guinness Oval Design - Full Size 18" Review
Bodhran (Irish Drum) Value Pack - Guinness Oval Design - Full Size 18" Feature
- Genuine Irish Bodhran Made by Waltons
- Full Size - 18 Inch Diameter, Natural Goatskin Drum Head
- Carrying Case Included
- Instructional DVD by Conor Long Included
- Beater (Tipper) Included
Bodhran (Irish Drum) Value Pack - Guinness Oval Design - Full Size 18" Overview
Contains everything needed to start playing the bodhran. Full size 18" genuine Irish Bodhran made by Waltons. Important points to consider when purchasing a bodhrán: Q. Which size bodhran should I buy? A. If you're just beginning, choose either 16 inch or 18 inch diameter bodhran. Anything smaller will not give you the range of sound or flexibility in playing. We carry smaller, 12-inch bodhrans which make excellent gifts for children, both plain or with your favorite Celtic design. Q. What about the bodhran strut, should it be a cross or a simple bar? A. A single strut is preferred due to the important fact that as you advance in playing the bodhran, you'll be using your hand against the inside of the bodhran to change the dynamics of the sound from the bodhran skin and you'll need freedom of movement as much as possible. Cross or X braces will get in the way of your playing, especially as you develop new techniques and styles so they should be avoided when purchasing a bodhran. As world famous bodhran player Peter Houlahan teaches in his book The Irish Drum, An Bodhrán, "limit yourself to the single strut, and make sure it is the correct distance from the skin." This Bodhran Value Pack also includes world-famous Conor Long's instructional DVD, Bodhran Basics. Bodhran Basics is an easy-to-follow DVD introduction to the basics of playing the Irish bodhran. This invaluable guide will teach you the first steps and basic rhythms you will need to accompany Irish music on you bodhran, including comprehensively explained examples of each of the popular tune types. Bodhran Basics also includes instruction on getting the best sound from your instrument as well as essential information on bodhran care and maintenance. For the bodhran beginner, this is the perfect introductory tutor before graduating to a more advanced level. Also in this Bodhran Value Pack is a carrying case to store and transport your bodhran and a beater (tipper).
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