The Low Whistle Book
Suitable for beginner and intermediate players, this book takes you step by step along the way to becoming a Low Whistle player.
What's in the book?
Everything you need to know about playing the Low Whistle, with tutorial demo tracks and tunes to download. 56 pages, A4.
The basics of technique
From your very first note to surviving reading music and breathing technique.
Ornamentation
Add some sparkle to your playing with a variety of ornaments.
Fantastic tunes
Traditional and new tunes, chosen specially to reinforce the things you've learned.
A history of Low Whistles
From museums to modern makers, learn how your instrument has evolved.
Brilliant players
Meet some of the best Low Whistle players.
Discography
Excellent recordings of Low Whistle players, to inspire you.
The Authors
David Ledsam
David Ledsam is a freelance folk-dance musician who, over the course of 30+ years in the music trade, has produced and published several music-related books.
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Steáfán Hannigan
Steafan Hanningan has made a long career in traditional music as both a teacher and a professional musician.
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