{"title":"Accordion \u0026 Melodeon Books, Tune Collections \u0026 Learning Resources","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAccordion and Melodeon Books for Learning, Sessions and Traditional Music\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore our carefully selected range of accordion and melodeon books, tune collections and learning resources chosen for real players and real musical situations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are just starting out, learning your first tunes, building session repertoire or expanding your traditional music knowledge, this collection brings together practical resources for accordion, melodeon and concertina players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany of these books are especially useful for D\/G melodeon, piano accordion and traditional folk music playing in the UK, with resources covering beginner learning, session repertoire, Morris music, Irish tunes and traditional dance music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe also include selected tutor books, tune collections and learning materials for concertina players alongside DVDs and audio resources that support musical development and listening skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Will You Find in This Collection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection includes a wide range of traditional music and learning resources, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebeginner accordion tutor books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emelodeon learning books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrish tune collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish folk tune books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esession repertoire books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMorris and dance music collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econcertina tutors and tune books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDVD and audio learning resources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe focus is on practical music that helps players progress, build confidence and develop usable repertoire rather than simply collecting books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStart Learning with the Right Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor beginners, good learning materials can make a huge difference. Clear tutor books and carefully structured tune collections help players develop rhythm, bellows control, fingering confidence and musical understanding step by step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany players find it easier to progress when learning tunes they genuinely recognise or expect to encounter in real sessions and folk music settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are new to the instrument, it is often better to learn a smaller number of common tunes thoroughly before moving onto larger repertoire collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild a Session Repertoire\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the biggest steps in traditional music is moving from private practice to playing with other musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSession tune books help players:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elearn widely played traditional standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edevelop tune memory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebuild rhythm and timing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egain confidence playing with others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprepare for sessions, ceilidhs and festivals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is especially valuable for melodeon and accordion players entering the English and Irish folk music world for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn Through Listening and Observation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional music is not only learned from written notation. Listening, repetition and observation are all important parts of developing musical style and confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDVD and audio resources can help players understand:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erhythm and phrasing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebass accompaniment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eornamentation and style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebellows control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esession tempo and feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany musicians combine written tune books with listening-based learning to develop a more natural traditional playing style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePreparing for Folk Sessions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are learning tunes with the aim of joining sessions or playing with other musicians, building confidence beforehand can make a huge difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eListening carefully, learning common session tunes and understanding how traditional sessions work all help players settle in more comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor many musicians, tune books become less about “reading music” and more about building a repertoire they can gradually play from memory in real musical situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHelpful Beginner Guides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are still choosing an instrument or deciding where to begin, these guides may help:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buying-guides\/which-accordion-should-a-beginner-buy\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Accordion Should a Beginner Buy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/learning-resources\/types-of-accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypes of Accordion Explained\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buying-guides\/beginner-s-guide-to-choosing-your-first-melodeon\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner’s Guide to Choosing Your First Melodeon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Specialist Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/concertina-books-tutors\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcertina Books, Tutors \u0026amp; Tune Collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTutor books and tune collections for English concertina and Anglo concertina players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/english-folk-music-books-session-tunes\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish Folk Music Books \u0026amp; Session Tune Collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTraditional English folk music books, Morris tune collections and practical session repertoire resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChosen by Squeezebox Marketplace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Squeezebox Marketplace, we specialise in accordions, melodeons, concertinas and traditional music resources used by real players in real musical settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur learning materials are chosen to help musicians:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estart learning confidently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebuild practical repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprepare for sessions and festivals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edevelop traditional playing skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprogress from beginner to regular player\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs this collection grows, we will continue organising related tutor books, session tune collections and learning resources to make it easier to find the right material for your instrument, musical interests and playing level.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"100-enduring-irish-session-tunes-book","title":"100 Enduring Irish Session Tunes Book","description":"\u003ch2\u003e100 Enduring Irish Session Tunes for Session Players\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 Enduring Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e by Dave Mallinson is a carefully curated collection designed for players wanting to build a stronger and more varied session repertoire beyond the obvious standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many Irish tune books that focus heavily on reels, this collection gives proper attention to the full breadth of Irish session music — including jigs, slides, hornpipes, marches and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese are the sorts of tunes that regularly appear in real sessions and reward players moving beyond beginner repertoire into a deeper understanding of traditional Irish music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 Carefully Selected Irish Tunes:\u003c\/strong\u003e A balanced and practical collection for developing session musicians.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong Variety of Tune Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes reels, jigs, hornpipes, slides and miscellaneous session material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSession-Friendly Settings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tunes are presented in practical versions suitable for real session playing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEspecially Useful for Melodeon Players:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong D\/G melodeon influence gives the collection its own distinctive character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Companion CD Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Audio support helps players develop rhythm, phrasing and musical feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Recommend This Book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Squeezebox Marketplace, we believe the best tune books are the ones players continue returning to as their repertoire develops. \u003cstrong\u003e100 Enduring Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e is especially valuable because it moves beyond the most obvious standards while still remaining highly practical and session friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes it an excellent next step for players who already know some core Irish tunes and now want to expand both their repertoire and understanding of traditional session music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSession-Friendly Settings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll tunes are presented in \u003cstrong\u003esession-friendly settings\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning players can learn them as written and feel confident using them in live session environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“The tune settings in this book are all session friendly — you can learn them exactly as written and know you will have a perfectly acceptable version.”\u003c\/em\u003e — Dave Mallinson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho This Book Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelodeon players, especially D\/G players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccordion players expanding session repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermediate traditional musicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers moving beyond beginner tune collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSession musicians wanting broader Irish repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional melody instrument players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 Irish session tunes with chords\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlphabetical index with alternative tune titles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced mix of standards and less common session material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14 hornpipes, 15 slides, 34 jigs, 23 reels and 14 miscellaneous tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTunes 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music.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSession-Friendly Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes tunes regularly heard in Irish sessions and folk music settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReels and Jigs:\u003c\/strong\u003e A practical balance of two of the most important tune types in Irish traditional music.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Companion Soundtrack Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Audio support helps players develop rhythm, phrasing and musical feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Recommend This Book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Squeezebox Marketplace, we believe a good session tune book should help players build repertoire they will genuinely use. \u003cstrong\u003e100 Essential Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e gives musicians a strong foundation in core Irish session material, with many tunes that remain popular with players across the 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Many of these tunes became widely known through legendary Scottish dance band players including Jimmy Shand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom favourites such as \u003cem\u003eScotland the Brave\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eMairi’s Wedding\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eFlowers of Edinburgh\u003c\/em\u003e through to powerful reels and driving dance tunes, this book provides a highly useful working collection for traditional musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 Essential Scottish Tunes:\u003c\/strong\u003e A carefully selected repertoire of classic ceilidh and traditional dance tunes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Range of Tune Styles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes reels, jigs, marches, hornpipes, waltzes, slip jigs and schottisches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for Sessions and Ceilidhs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Learn tunes that are 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As the title suggests, it is packed with 100 polkas, giving players a rich source of session-friendly Irish repertoire and Irish session tunes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is ideal for musicians who enjoy Irish traditional music and want a refreshing alternative to the usual reels and jigs. With good rhythm and phrasing, these polkas have energy, lift and plenty of musical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dave Mallinson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melodeon, accordion, fiddle, whistle and other melody instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to intermediate traditional players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book only, soundtrack CD only, or book and soundtrack CD together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusical focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Irish traditional polkas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 polkas with chords, classified index and alphabetical index\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat This Book Teaches\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a repertoire book rather than a full step-by-step tutor. It gives players a carefully compiled collection of Irish polkas that can be used to build tune knowledge, rhythm, phrasing and session confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe settings are designed to be session friendly, meaning players can learn the tunes as written and have a practical, acceptable version for traditional music sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMusical Style and Focus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book focuses entirely on Irish polkas, including familiar tunes and many less commonly encountered examples. Polkas are sometimes unfairly overlooked beside reels and jigs, but this collection shows how strong, rhythmic and satisfying they can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe repertoire is particularly useful for players interested in Irish music, Sliabh Luachra style, folk sessions, ceilidh playing and dance music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDifficulty Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 Irish Polkas\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable for players who already have basic control of their instrument and want to expand their Irish traditional repertoire. Some tunes can be approached by confident beginners, while others will suit improving and intermediate players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelodeon players looking for Irish polka repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccordion players wanting traditional Irish dance tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiddle, whistle and other melody-instrument players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusicians building a session-friendly tune collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers wanting a break from reels and jigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeachers looking for a focused Irish polka resource\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Recommend It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Squeezebox Marketplace, we recommend this book for players who want to broaden their Irish traditional repertoire in a practical and enjoyable way. Polkas are rhythmically direct, rewarding to play and very useful in sessions and dance music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor D\/G melodeon players, the book has particular character because Dave Mallinson notes that the settings are influenced by the instrument he plays. That gives the collection a strong musical identity while remaining useful across other melody instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompiled by respected traditional music author Dave Mallinson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 Irish polkas in one focused collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes chords for accompaniment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSession-friendly tune settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassified and alphabetical indexes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes alternative tune titles where relevant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBibliography and discography included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as book only, soundtrack CD only, or book and soundtrack CD together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 Irish Polkas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dave Mallinson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melody instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to intermediate traditional players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of tunes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes chords:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book only, soundtrack CD only, book and soundtrack CD together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTunes Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick to view the full list of 100 polkas included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection includes 100 Irish polkas, with familiar favourites and less commonly heard tunes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: space-between;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 180px; font-size: 0.9em; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll the Way to Galway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs I Went Out upon Ice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBallydesmond No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBallydesmond No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBallydesmond No. 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBallynahulla No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBallynahulla No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBallyvournie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattle of Aughrim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelles of Ballinderry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiddy Martin's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBill Sullivan's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamptown Races\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaptain Byng\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaptain Maguire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarroll's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChurch Street\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClare Dragoons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCousins' Delight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDalaigh's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDan Coakley's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDan Mac's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark Girl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDenis Doody's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDenis Murphy's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 180px; font-size: 0.9em; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDin Tarrant's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDin Tarrant's No. 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoyle's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFarewell to Whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinnegan's Wake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst of May\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForty-Two Pound Cheque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour Shoves No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour Shoves No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn Gallope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGirl with the Blue Dress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlen Cottage No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlen Cottage No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGneevgullia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGullane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Caul'd Cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI Have a Bonnet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonnet Trimmed with Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJack Reedy's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJer the Rigger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJim Keeffe's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJim Keeffe's No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJimmy Doyle's Favourite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn Egan's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn McGovern's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 180px; font-size: 0.9em; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohnny Ghabba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohnny, I Do Miss You!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohnny Leary's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohnny Mickey Barry's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn Walsh's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJulia Clifford's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKerry No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKerry No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnocknaboul No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnocknaboul No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLackagh Cross\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLakes of Sligo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLisdoonvarna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLittle Diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMack's Rambles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagic Slipper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMary Girl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatt Hayes' No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatt Hayes' No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMike Coen's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMrs Crowley's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMrs Ryan's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMunster Bank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMurroe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewmarket O'Connor's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 180px; font-size: 0.9em; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eO'Keeffe's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eO'Sullivan's Fancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBritches Full of Stitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaddy Kenny's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatsy Baker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRose Tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaint Mary's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSéamus Cussen's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSliabh Luachra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpanish Lady\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprig of Shillelagh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweeney's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerry Teahan's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTom Sullivan's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop of Maol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuar Mór No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuar Mór No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuar Mór No. 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTureengarbh Glen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp and Away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp on the Waggon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpperchurch No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpperchurch No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalsh's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Learning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is a strong choice for players who already enjoy traditional tune books and want a focused Irish collection. It sits well alongside broader beginner repertoire books such as \u003cstrong\u003eEasy Peasy Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e, and more specialist Irish or Scottish tune collections as your playing develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers interested in folk sessions, ceilidhs and traditional dance music may also wish to explore other tune books to build a wider working repertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accordion-melodeon-books-tunes-learning\"\u003eaccordion and melodeon books, tunes and learning resources\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/melodeons\"\u003eD\/G melodeons and beginner melodeons\u003c\/a\u003e if you are choosing an instrument to learn on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is available in three variants:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook only:\u003c\/strong\u003e The printed collection of 100 Irish polkas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoundtrack CD only:\u003c\/strong\u003e The audio companion for players who already own the book.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook and soundtrack CD together:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our recommended option for players who want both written music and audio support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mally Productions","offers":[{"title":"Book and Soundtrack CD","offer_id":53167254143309,"sku":"AM404S","price":22.94,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Book Only","offer_id":53167254176077,"sku":"9781899512218","price":10.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Soundtrack CD Only","offer_id":53167254208845,"sku":"AM404C","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/8066\/9005\/files\/100IrishPolkasbookandCD-800x800.jpg?v=1778253739"},{"product_id":"the-d-g-melodeon-absolute-beginners-book","title":"The D\/G Melodeon Absolute Beginners Book","description":"\u003ch2\u003eD\/G Melodeon Tutor Book for Absolute Beginners\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe D\/G Melodeon Absolute Beginners Book\u003c\/strong\u003e by Dave Mallinson is a clear, practical tutor for anyone starting out on the D\/G melodeon. It begins from the very basics and gradually builds the skills needed to play traditional tunes with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for players with little or no previous musical knowledge, this book helps beginners understand the instrument, develop good habits, and avoid years of trial and error. It is available as book only, CD only, or book and CD together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dave Mallinson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e D\/G melodeon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolute beginner to improving player\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book only, CD only, or book and CD together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusical focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional British, Irish and folk repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Step-by-step tuition and 48 graded tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat This Book Teaches\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tutor introduces the essential mechanics of the D\/G melodeon in a logical, accessible way. It covers holding the instrument, using the air button, treble and bass buttons, bellows control, row crossing, rhythm, hand position and tune playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the book progresses, it also introduces more advanced musical ideas including accidentals, slides, slip jigs, playing in different keys, percussive bass and transposing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMusical Style and Focus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is rooted in traditional D\/G melodeon playing and is especially useful for players interested in English folk, Morris music, Irish tunes, French traditional music and Cajun-influenced repertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tunes are carefully graded so that your repertoire grows alongside your technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDifficulty Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an absolute beginner tutor, but it is not just a quick starter book. Dave Mallinson designed it as a long-term learning companion, taking the player from the first stages of playing through to a much stronger and more confident standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete beginners starting the D\/G melodeon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want a structured tutor rather than learning by guesswork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolk musicians wanting to build traditional repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers returning to the melodeon after a break\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone buying their first \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeezeboxmarketplace.com\/collections\/melodeons\" title=\"link to melodeons collection\"\u003eD\/G melodeon \u003c\/a\u003eand wanting a reliable learning method\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Recommend It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Squeezebox Marketplace, we often recommend this type of tutor because it gives beginners a clear route into the instrument. Learning the melodeon is much easier when good habits are built from the start, especially with bellows control, bass use and rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe option to buy the book with the soundtrack CD is particularly useful, as hearing the tunes played properly helps with timing, phrasing and musical feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by respected melodeon author Dave Mallinson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for complete beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocused specifically on the D\/G melodeon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGradual, step-by-step learning structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 48 traditional and familiar tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers treble, bass, bellows and musical technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as book only, CD only, or book and CD together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The D\/G Melodeon Absolute Beginners Book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dave Mallinson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument:\u003c\/strong\u003e D\/G melodeon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book only, CD only, book and CD together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepertoire:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 graded tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTunes Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick to view the full list of 48 tunes included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book features a carefully graded selection of traditional and familiar tunes to build your repertoire:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot Cross Buns!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaa Baa Black Sheep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJingle Bells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLittle Brown Jug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulberry Bush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOranges and Lemons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBobby Shaftoe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree Blind Mice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhip Jamboree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrunken Sailor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilent Night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Best of Society\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrère Jacques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEgan’s Polka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat Can the Matter Be?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCock of the North\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKatie Bairdie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Keel Row\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolly Put the Kettle On\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkip to My Lou\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShepherds’ Hey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTralee Gaol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI Have a Bonnet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDonkey Riding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuffalo Girls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncle Bernard’s Polka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRakes of Mallow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDavy Davy Knick Knack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwinkle Twinkle Little Star\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonny Green Garters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRodney\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiza Jane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstant Billy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Twenty-Ninth of May\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet Jenny Jones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMy Darling Asleep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Steamboat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonny’s Mazurka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeed the Plough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoldiers’ Joy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStaten Island\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Trip to the Cottage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Tenpenny Bit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTripping Upstairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Scattery Island Slide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrops of Brandy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBill Sullivan's Polka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweeney’s Polka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Learning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are just starting out, this tutor works well alongside a suitable beginner D\/G melodeon and additional tune books as your confidence grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor extra repertoire, we also recommend looking at other beginner-friendly melodeon books and tune collections in our learning range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accordion-melodeon-books-tunes-learning\"\u003eaccordion and melodeon books, tunes and learning resources\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/melodeons\"\u003emelodeon collection\u003c\/a\u003e if you are choosing your first instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is available in three variants:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal if you want the printed tutor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCD only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Useful if you already own the book and need the soundtrack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook and CD together:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our recommended option for beginners who want both written guidance and audio support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrust Closing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearning the melodeon takes patience, but the right tutor makes the journey much clearer. This Dave Mallinson book is a strong starting point for D\/G melodeon players who want a structured, traditional and reliable way into the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Reaching the end of this book is only the start.” — Dave Mallinson\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mally Productions","offers":[{"title":"Book Only","offer_id":53610429120845,"sku":"AM101","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD Only","offer_id":53610429153613,"sku":"AM101C","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Book and CD","offer_id":53610429186381,"sku":"AM101S","price":22.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/8066\/9005\/files\/dg_absolute_beginners_book-800x800.jpg?v=1778243931"},{"product_id":"easy-peasy-tunes-book-traditional-music-for-beginners","title":"Easy Peasy Tunes Book","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTraditional Tune Book for Beginners on Melodeon, Accordion and Folk Instruments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Peasy Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e by Dave Mallinson is a beginner-friendly collection of 101 traditional tunes for melodeon, accordion, fiddle, tin whistle and other folk instruments. It is designed to give new players rewarding music to play straight away, while gradually building confidence, repertoire and session-ready skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith tunes chosen for accessibility, enjoyment and usefulness, this book is an excellent next step for beginners who want simple traditional melodies suitable for practice, folk sessions, ceilidhs and Morris music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dave Mallinson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melodeon, accordion, fiddle, tin whistle and other melody instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to early intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book only, CD only, or book and CD together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusical focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e British, Irish, Scottish and American traditional tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 101 traditional tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat This Book Teaches\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than being a strict step-by-step tutor, this book focuses on building repertoire through enjoyable traditional tunes. It gives beginners a large collection of approachable melodies that can be used to practise rhythm, phrasing, note reading, tune memory and musical confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe first tunes are especially simple, making them suitable for newer players. The collection then gradually introduces more recognisable session, ceilidh and Morris tunes, helping players move from basic practice pieces towards real traditional repertoire and common folk session tunes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMusical Style and Focus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book focuses on traditional music from Britain, Ireland, Scotland and America. It includes well-known folk melodies, Morris tunes, ceilidh standards, session favourites and simple airs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the tunes use a limited note range, the collection is useful across many melody instruments, including melodeon, accordion, fiddle and tin whistle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDifficulty Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Peasy Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e is aimed at beginners and novice players, but it has enough depth to remain useful as your playing develops. The early tunes are very accessible, while later pieces offer a natural step towards more confident traditional playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner melodeon players wanting extra tunes to practise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccordion players looking for simple traditional melodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiddle, whistle and other melody-instrument players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers building confidence before joining folk sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a practical collection of easy traditional tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeachers looking for accessible repertoire for newer players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Recommend It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Squeezebox Marketplace, we recommend \u003cstrong\u003eEasy Peasy Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e as a useful companion for players who already have a basic grasp of their instrument and now need enjoyable music to keep them progressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor melodeon players, it works especially well alongside a structured tutor such as \u003cstrong\u003eThe D\/G Melodeon Absolute Beginners Book\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving extra repertoire once the first basic techniques are in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompiled by respected traditional music author Dave Mallinson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e101 beginner-friendly traditional tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for melodeon, accordion, fiddle, whistle and other melody instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes British, Irish, Scottish and American repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for practice, sessions, ceilidhs and Morris music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as book only, CD only, or book and CD together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoundtrack CD option helps with rhythm, lift and musical feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy Peasy Tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dave Mallinson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melody instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to early intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of tunes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 101\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book only, CD only, book and CD together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTunes Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick to view the full list of 101 tunes included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 15px; 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Tunes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoyable repertoire for both player and listener.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Companion CD Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Audio support helps players develop rhythm, phrasing and musical feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Recommend This Book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Squeezebox Marketplace, we believe beginner books work best when they give players real music to enjoy early on. \u003cstrong\u003e101 Easy Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e is especially useful because it gives beginners a low-pressure route into Irish traditional music without overwhelming them technically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a strong choice for players who want to move beyond exercises and start learning tunes that feel musical, rewarding and connected to the session tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho This Book Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner accordion 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The arrangements are designed to be readable and practical, with tunes set out in lines of 4 or 8 bars wherever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChord suggestions are included as a guide for accompanists, making this a useful collection for accordionists, melodeon players, fiddlers, harpists, whistle players and other traditional musicians interested in Carolan’s distinctive musical world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e108 Carolan Tunes:\u003c\/strong\u003e A substantial collection of tunes attributed to, or written in the style of, Turlough O’Carolan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Modern Keys:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arranged mainly in keys commonly used in Irish traditional music sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReadable Layout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tunes are arranged in lines of 4 or 8 bars to make reading as straightforward as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChord Suggestions Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Useful for accompanists and players wanting a clearer harmonic guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarefully Selected Settings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Difficult slow-air type pieces have been avoided, making the collection more practical for many players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Recommend This Book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Squeezebox Marketplace, we recommend \u003cstrong\u003eSimply Carolan\u003c\/strong\u003e for players who want to explore one of the most important figures in Irish traditional music without being overwhelmed by overly complex or impractical arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCarolan’s music sits beautifully between Irish tradition, harp music, baroque influence and song-like melody. This collection makes that repertoire more accessible to today’s players while still respecting the character of the original music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Turlough O’Carolan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTurlough O’Carolan, also known as Terence Carolan, was born near Nobber in County Meath in 1670 and died in County Roscommon in 1738. Blinded by smallpox at the age of eighteen, he later became an itinerant harper, travelling through Connacht and Ulster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough he was not regarded as a master performer, Carolan became highly respected for his poetry, improvised verse and musical compositions. Many of his tunes were dedicated to the patrons and families who welcomed him into their homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho This Book Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccordion and melodeon players exploring Carolan repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional musicians interested in Irish harp music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers looking for lyrical Irish melodies beyond standard session tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiddlers, whistle players, harpists and other melody instrument players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccompanists looking for Carolan tunes with chord suggestions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeachers and players wanting a practical Carolan collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTunes Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eClick to view the full list of 108 tunes included\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll Alive\u003cbr\u003e\nAlloway 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Galway\u003cbr\u003e\nAnderson’s\u003cbr\u003e\nAt the Bend in the Road\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Ballybunion\u003cbr\u003e\nBarrack Hill\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Bird in the Bush\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Boyne Hunt\u003cbr\u003e\nBoys of Ballisodare\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Bucks of Oranmore\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Cameronian\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Carraroe\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Chicago\u003cbr\u003e\nChief O’Neill’s Favourite\u003cbr\u003e\nColeman’s\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Collier’s\u003cbr\u003e\nCome West Along the Road\u003cbr\u003e\nCon Carthy’s Favourite\u003cbr\u003e\nCooley’s\u003cbr\u003e\nCrowley’s No. 1\u003cbr\u003e\nCrowley’s No. 2\u003cbr\u003e\nDan O’Connell’s Favourite\u003cbr\u003e\nDha Phort\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Donegal\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Doon\u003cbr\u003e\nEamonn McGivney’s\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Eavesdropper\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Echoes of Killarney\u003cbr\u003e\nThe First House in Connaught\u003cbr\u003e\nFishers\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Flax in Bloom\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Flogging\u003cbr\u003e\nFraher’s\u003cbr\u003e\nFred Finn’s\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Green Gates\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Green Mountain\u003cbr\u003e\nGreig’s Pipes\u003cbr\u003e\nHand Me Down the Tackle\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Hard Road to Passage\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Hare in the Corn\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Home Ruler\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Humours of Ballymore\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Ivy Leaf\u003cbr\u003e\nJackson’s Bottle of Brandy\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Jenny Lind\u003cbr\u003e\nJimmy Doyle’s Favourite\u003cbr\u003e\nJohn Kelly’s\u003cbr\u003e\nKilmaley\u003cbr\u003e\nThe King of the Pipers\u003cbr\u003e\nKitty’s Wedding\u003cbr\u003e\nKnocknaboul\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Knotted Cord\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Labyrinth\u003cbr\u003e\nLady Anne Montgomery\u003cbr\u003e\nLarry O’Gaff\u003cbr\u003e\nLast Night’s Fun\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Laurel Bush\u003cbr\u003e\nLeave Well Alone\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Liverpool\u003cbr\u003e\nLord MacDonald’s\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Luckpenny\u003cbr\u003e\nLucy Campbell\u003cbr\u003e\nMaggie in the Wood\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Maid in the Cherry Tree\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Maid of Feakle\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Maid that Left the County\u003cbr\u003e\nMcGettrick’s\u003cbr\u003e\nMiss Johnston\u003cbr\u003e\nMiss Monaghan\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Moving Bog\u003cbr\u003e\nMrs Crowley’s\u003cbr\u003e\nMulcahy’s\u003cbr\u003e\nMullen’s Fancy\u003cbr\u003e\nMulvihill’s\u003cbr\u003e\nMunster Bank\u003cbr\u003e\nO’Connell’s Welcome to Parliament\u003cbr\u003e\nO’Mahony’s\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Old Blackthorn\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Pipe on the Hob\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Piper’s Despair\u003cbr\u003e\nPort an Dreólin\u003cbr\u003e\nPort Sheáin Dan Nell\u003cbr\u003e\nPretty Girls of Mayo\u003cbr\u003e\nQueen of the Fair\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Rights of Man\u003cbr\u003e\nAn Rógaire Dubh\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Sailor on the Rock\u003cbr\u003e\nSally Gardens\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Shaskeen\u003cbr\u003e\nSheáin Coughlan’s No. 1\u003cbr\u003e\nSheáin Coughlan’s No. 2\u003cbr\u003e\nSheehan’s\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Ship in Full Sail\u003cbr\u003e\nSteve Cooney’s\u003cbr\u003e\nTim Maloney’s\u003cbr\u003e\nTobin’s Favourite\u003cbr\u003e\nTom Cromwell\u003cbr\u003e\nTone Rowe’s\u003cbr\u003e\nTouch Me if You Dare\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Tuar Mór No. 3\u003cbr\u003e\nTureengarbh Glen\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Walls of Liscarroll\u003cbr\u003e\nThe West Wind\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Wheels of the World\u003cbr\u003e\nWhelan’s\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen Sick, Is it Tea You Want?\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Whistling Postman\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Wild Irishman\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Wise Maid\u003cbr\u003e\nWoman of the House\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Irish Music for Sets and Sessions – Yellow Book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dave Mallinson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e AM409\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Irish traditional music and set dance repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accordion, melodeon, fiddle, flute, whistle and other melody instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developing to experienced players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Tunes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 111\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet Dances:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 set dances included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTune Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 polkas, 13 slides, 20 double jigs, 56 reels and 8 hornpipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 photographs included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tunes accurately arranged from the Na Píobairí Uilleann recordings with chords\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare with Other Traditional Tune Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are interested in Irish set dancing, the sister volume \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Irish Music for Sets and Sessions – Blue Book\u003c\/strong\u003e is the natural companion to this title. Players looking for broader Irish session repertoire may also enjoy \u003cstrong\u003e100 Essential Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e100 Evergreen Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e100 Enduring Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sheet-music-tutors\"\u003eaccordion and melodeon books and learning resources\u003c\/a\u003e, together with our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/melodeons\"\u003emelodeons\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accordions\"\u003eaccordions\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed collection of Irish set dance and session tunes with chords and photographs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dave Mallinson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53870459322701,"sku":"AM409","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/8066\/9005\/files\/TraditionalIrishMusicForSetsandYellowBook.jpg?v=1778393322"},{"product_id":"atlantic-breeze-shaskeen-cd","title":"The Atlantic Breeze CD","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIrish Céilí Band Music and Songs from Shaskeen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Atlantic Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of two companion CDs to \u003cstrong\u003eThrough the Half Door\u003c\/strong\u003e, alongside \u003cstrong\u003eThe Joys of Life and Shaskeen Live\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis recording features core Irish session repertoire performed by Shaskeen, with accurate transcriptions of the tunes available in the book \u003cstrong\u003eThrough the Half Door\u003c\/strong\u003e. For players, it is a valuable listening resource; for Irish music lovers, it is simply wonderful music from one of Ireland’s respected céilí bands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside reels and jigs played with Shaskeen’s characteristic lift and drive, this CD also includes songs, bringing an extra sense of place, story and tradition to the recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion CD to Through the Half Door:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features tunes connected to the book’s transcribed repertoire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Shaskeen Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Irish céilí band music played with energy, rhythm and dance-driven character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Irish Session Repertoire:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes reels, jigs, barn dance material and songs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful Listening for Players:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps musicians understand pace, phrasing, lift and traditional style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCD in Jewel Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplied as a physical CD only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Recommend This CD\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Squeezebox Marketplace, we recommend \u003cstrong\u003eThe Atlantic Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e for players who want to hear Irish repertoire performed with the feel of a real working céilí band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShaskeen’s playing captures the drive and character of Irish traditional music from Galway and the West, while the inclusion of songs gives this recording a broader musical flavour than a tune-only collection. It is an excellent companion for anyone using \u003cstrong\u003eThrough the Half Door\u003c\/strong\u003e or exploring Shaskeen’s recorded repertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Shaskeen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn out of Galway and the West of Ireland, Shaskeen are closely associated with powerful, dance-driven Irish traditional music. 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The combination of notation, chords and optional recordings makes this especially useful for developing session musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Shaskeen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShaskeen began in 1970 when Tom Cussen and Benny O’Connor performed with friends in the Oxford Tavern in Kentish Town, London. After returning to Ireland, the band quickly became established as one of the most respected names in Irish céilí band music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOver the decades, Shaskeen have produced numerous albums, singles and recordings featuring powerful, dance-driven Irish traditional music. Their repertoire remains closely connected to Irish sessions and set dancing today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho This Book Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccordion and melodeon players building Irish session repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional musicians interested in céilí band style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers looking for chorded Irish tune collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSession musicians expanding their working tune list\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers interested in Shaskeen recordings and repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeveloping and experienced Irish traditional musicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTunes Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eClick to view the full list of tunes included\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nAmbrose Moloney's\u003cbr\u003e\nAsh Maley House\u003cbr\u003e\nBilly Brocker\u003cbr\u003e\nBoys of Portaferry\u003cbr\u003e\nBrendan McMorrin's\u003cbr\u003e\nConnemara Stockings\u003cbr\u003e\nDarby's Farewell to London\u003cbr\u003e\nDrunken Landlady\u003cbr\u003e\nEarly Breakfast\u003cbr\u003e\nFloating Crowbar\u003cbr\u003e\nFred Finn's\u003cbr\u003e\nGolden Keyboard\u003cbr\u003e\nHumours of Toomagh\u003cbr\u003e\nJack Maguire's\u003cbr\u003e\nJackson's\u003cbr\u003e\nKillaghbeg House\u003cbr\u003e\nLady on the Island\u003cbr\u003e\nLast Night's Fun\u003cbr\u003e\nLeitrim Bucks\u003cbr\u003e\nMary O'Neill's\u003cbr\u003e\nMary Staunton's\u003cbr\u003e\nMiss Monaghan's\u003cbr\u003e\nMonsignor's Blessing\u003cbr\u003e\nMouse Behind the Dresser\u003cbr\u003e\nMoving Bogs\u003cbr\u003e\nMy Love is in America\u003cbr\u003e\nMy Mary Anne\u003cbr\u003e\nPaddy Killoran's\u003cbr\u003e\nPenny Candle\u003cbr\u003e\nP. 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The tunes in this collection are closely connected to Irish session and céilí band repertoire regularly heard in traditional music settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the book include chords?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Chords are included as played, making the collection useful for accompanists and melody players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the optional CDs useful for learning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. 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Chords are included, making the collection useful for accompanists as well as melody players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this book include Karen Tweed’s own tune settings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The collection includes Karen Tweed’s own interpretations and settings of many well-known Irish session tunes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this useful for Irish session musicians?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The collection contains many widely played Irish session tunes alongside Karen Tweed’s personal interpretations and musical insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Karen Tweed’s versions definitive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The settings are examples of how Karen has learned and interpreted the tunes. Players are encouraged to adapt the music to their own instrument, style and musical voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre companion recordings available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Optional companion recordings are available, including \u003cstrong\u003eDrops of Springwater\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eThe Silver Spire\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare with Other Traditional Tune Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers interested in Irish session repertoire may also enjoy \u003cstrong\u003e100 Essential Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e100 Evergreen Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e100 Enduring Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eKaren Tweed's Irish Choice\u003c\/strong\u003e is especially valuable for players wanting a more personal, interpretive collection shaped by a distinctive traditional musician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sheet-music-tutors\"\u003eaccordion and melodeon books and learning resources\u003c\/a\u003e, 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This book is designed for absolute beginners starting the piano accordion, including adults learning without regular access to a teacher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I teach myself piano accordion with this book?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The book was specifically designed for adult beginners and self-taught players learning without regular access to a teacher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it teach traditional music?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The book teaches piano accordion through traditional tunes and styles, including reels, jigs, polkas, waltzes, hornpipes, slides and dance music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the book include bass and left hand work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It introduces the left hand buttons, both hands together, chords and alternating bass technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the companion CD useful?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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Players who already have basic technique may later enjoy Irish session collections such as \u003cstrong\u003e101 Easy Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e100 Essential Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eKaren Tweed's Irish Choice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sheet-music-tutors\"\u003eaccordion and melodeon books and learning resources\u003c\/a\u003e, together with our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accordions\"\u003eaccordions\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/melodeons\"\u003emelodeons\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed piano accordion tutor book with 58 traditional tunes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCD only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Companion CD for players who already own the book.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook and CD together:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended option for beginners wanting both written tuition and audio support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Karen Tweed","offers":[{"title":"Book Only","offer_id":53872377037133,"sku":"AM102","price":10.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD Only","offer_id":53872377069901,"sku":"AM102C","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Book and CD Together","offer_id":53872377102669,"sku":"AM102S","price":22.94,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/8066\/9005\/files\/ThePianoAccordionAbsoluteBeginnersBook-800x800.jpg?v=1778412332"},{"product_id":"instant-melodeon-cd-edition","title":"Instant Melodeon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLearn Traditional D\/G Melodeon with Book and Soundtrack CD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstant Melodeon CD Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e by Dave Mallinson is a practical tutor designed to help players quickly star\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearn Traditional D\/G Melodeon with Book and Soundtrack CD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstant Melodeon CD Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e by Dave Mallinson is a practical tutor designed to help players quickly start playing traditional music on a D\/G melodeon using a combination of tablature, standard notation and a fully integrated soundtrack CD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tutor is designed specifically for the popular D\/G two-row melodeon used in English and Irish traditional music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped from over five decades of practical melodeon experience, this tutor focuses on real traditional music rather than abstract exercises. 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The tutor was specifically designed for beginners and self-taught players starting the D\/G melodeon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a D\/G melodeon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA D\/G melodeon is a two-row diatonic button accordion commonly used for English folk music, Morris dancing and traditional session playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to read music?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The tablature system allows beginners to learn without previous music-reading knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the soundtrack included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This edition includes an attached soundtrack CD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat styles of music does it teach?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tutor focuses mainly on traditional English and Irish reels and jigs suitable for folk sessions and dance music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the tutor teach bass accompaniment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Bass rhythm and accompaniment are an important part of the tutor’s teaching approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does MMM tuned melodeon mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMMM refers to a three-voice melodeon tuning setup that produces a rich, full and lively traditional sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare with Other Melodeon Tutors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstant Melodeon CD Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e works particularly well alongside Dave Mallinson’s other melodeon tutors including \u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Beginners\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eTunes and Techniques\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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access to a teacher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-taught musicians wanting a clearer structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers interested in English and Irish traditional music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelodeon players wanting stronger bass rhythm skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolk musicians building traditional session repertoire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWritten by Dave Mallinson:\u003c\/strong\u003e Respected traditional musician and melodeon tutor author.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Soundtrack CD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hear every tune properly played.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMelodeon Tablature Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for players without previous music-reading experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Repertoire:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy reels and 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Layout\u003cbr\u003eBass Exercises\u003cbr\u003eScales Exercises\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAiken Drum\u003cbr\u003eBalance the Straw\u003cbr\u003eBlue-Eyed Stranger\u003cbr\u003eBonny Breast Knot\u003cbr\u003eBonny Green Garters\u003cbr\u003eBrown Banner\u003cbr\u003eButtered Peas\u003cbr\u003eCamptown Races\u003cbr\u003eDorset Four Hand Reel\u003cbr\u003eDrunken Sailor\u003cbr\u003eFiery Clock Face\u003cbr\u003eGalopede\u003cbr\u003eGrimstock\u003cbr\u003eHere’s to a Maiden\u003cbr\u003eHey Away\u003cbr\u003eHunt the Squirrel\u003cbr\u003eHuntsmen's Chorus\u003cbr\u003eI’ll Tell Me Ma\u003cbr\u003eJenny Lind\u003cbr\u003eThe Lady in the Boat\u003cbr\u003eLass o' Dallowgill\u003cbr\u003eLaudanum Bunches\u003cbr\u003eMaggie in the Wood\u003cbr\u003eMajor Mackie's\u003cbr\u003eMoon and Seven Stars\u003cbr\u003eMuffin Man\u003cbr\u003eNelly Bly\u003cbr\u003eNew Rigged Ship\u003cbr\u003eOats, Peas, Beans\u003cbr\u003eOh! Susanna\u003cbr\u003eOh! the Britches\u003cbr\u003ePerfect Cure\u003cbr\u003ePortsmouth\u003cbr\u003eRattlin' Bog\u003cbr\u003eSalmon Tails\u003cbr\u003eShave the Donkey\u003cbr\u003eThis Old Man\u003cbr\u003eThree Around Three\u003cbr\u003eTink-a-Tink\u003cbr\u003eTip Top Polka\u003cbr\u003eWha Saw the Forty Twa\u003cbr\u003eWinster Gallop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Soundtrack\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included soundtrack CD demonstrates timing, bellows direction, bass rhythm and tune phrasing exactly as intended in the tutor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMally plays an MMM tuned melodeon on the recording, giving the soundtrack a rich and characterful traditional melodeon sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this suitable for complete beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The tutor was specifically designed for beginners and self-taught players starting the D\/G melodeon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to read music?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The tablature system allows beginners to learn without previous music-reading knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the soundtrack included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This edition includes an attached soundtrack CD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat styles of music does it teach?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tutor focuses mainly on traditional English and Irish reels and jigs suitable for folk sessions and dance music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the tutor teach bass accompaniment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Bass rhythm and accompaniment are an important part of the tutor’s teaching approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does MMM tuned melodeon mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMMM refers to a three-voice melodeon tuning setup that produces a rich, full and lively traditional sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare with Other Melodeon Tutors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstant Melodeon CD Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e works particularly well alongside Dave Mallinson’s other melodeon tutors including \u003cstrong\u003eAbsolute Beginners\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eTunes and Techniques\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each book approaches traditional melodeon playing slightly differently, allowing players to build broader musical understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sheet-music-tutors\"\u003eaccordion and melodeon books, tunes and learning resources\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/melodeons\"\u003emelodeon collection\u003c\/a\u003e if you are choosing your first instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinted Tutor Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melodeon tutor with tablature, bass exercises and graded tunes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttached Soundtrack CD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Demonstrates rhythm, phrasing and traditional melodeon style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrust Closing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearning melodeon becomes much easier when rhythm, bass and bellows technique are explained clearly through real traditional tunes. 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Polka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedwing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Rigs of Marlow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRita Baker’s Varsovienna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad To The North\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Rocking Schottische\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Rose Tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRose, The\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalford Lasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSally Sloan’s Varsoviana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSally Sloane’s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScan’s Stepdance No.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchottisch fran Havero\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeamo’s Polka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSherborne Waltz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Sloe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoldier’s Joy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonny Brogan’s Mazurka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeed The Plough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSt. Mary’s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Staffordshire 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The tunes are arranged in order of difficulty and are designed to be accessible, useful and session-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Formats\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBook Only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoundtrack CD Only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBook \u0026amp; Soundtrack CD Together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePart of the Pub Session Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is one of a wider set of tune collections designed to cover the core repertoire played in English pub sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Peasy Tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish Country Dance Tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish Pub Session Tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopular English Session Tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e101 Easy Irish Session Tunes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAcross the four main Pub Session Series books, 404 tunes are presented as a practical reference collection for English pub sessions and traditional dance music. 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Polka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmash the Windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Gaspé Reel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Kirkgate Hornpipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLemmie Brazil’s Hornpipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpton upon Severn Stick Dance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver the Hills and Far Away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoul Weather Call\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaiting for the Federals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScan Tester's Polka No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScan Tester's Polka No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoxhunter's Jig\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Fiery Clock Face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMerrily Kiss the Quaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoxburgh Castle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGirl with the Blue Dress on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld Joe Clarke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonnie Kate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarper's Frolic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn of Paris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiberty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily Jig\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnrico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalter Bulwer's Polka No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalter Bulwer's Polka No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Little Burnt Potato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMickey Chewing Bubble Gum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Rocky Road to Dublin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Lady in the Boat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe White Cockade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoldiers’ Joy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot Punch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Boys of Bluehill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTripping Upstairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Rakes of Kildare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleep Soond i’ da Moarning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaddle the Pony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavvy on the Line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLa Bastringue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStaten 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Designed as a practical and approachable working collection, the book is particularly suitable for novice musicians while remaining highly useful for experienced players involved in Morris dancing and traditional folk music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many Cotswold Morris traditions where specific tunes are closely tied to particular dances, North West Morris music often allows greater flexibility, with musicians selecting tunes that best suit the dance and side. This creates a repertoire full of strong, straightforward country dance melodies that work exceptionally well for melodeon, accordion and traditional session playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 32-page collection provides practical North West Morris repertoire and easy country dance tunes for musicians playing for Morris sides, folk festivals, country dance bands and English sessions. The tunes are clearly written in large note music in a simple but accurate form, making the book especially approachable for developing players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Formats\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompanion CD - useful for bringing the tunes and rhythms to life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy not order one of each?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal for Developing Traditional Musicians\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is common and sensible for developing musicians to begin playing for a Morris side as soon as they have mastered the basic techniques of a newly acquired instrument. Doing so provides encouragement, practical experience and a real musical outlet during the important early stages of learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection was created specifically to support musicians entering the North West Morris tradition, providing a convenient and highly practical source of tunes currently used by active Morris sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes North West Morris Music Different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorth West Morris music differs from Cotswold Morris traditions in that individual tunes are generally not tied rigidly to specific dances. Instead, musicians can select tunes that suit the character and energy of the dance being performed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a result, the repertoire often overlaps with strong country dance tunes and traditional session melodies, making this book useful well beyond Morris performance itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eParticularly Useful for D\/G Melodeon Players\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of the tunes sit naturally on the D\/G melodeon and work especially well for players developing bellows control, rhythm and dance accompaniment skills. 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