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Irish Folk Music: A Fascinating Hobby (1910)

Irish Folk Music: A Fascinating Hobby (1910)

O'Neill, Francis

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral MusicMusic Instruction: General

ISBN10: 1167013964
ISBN13: 9781167013966
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 412
Weight: 1.21
Height: 0.84 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Irish Folk Music: A Fascinating Hobby is a book written by Francis O'Neill and first published in 1910. The book delves into the rich cultural heritage of Ireland and its traditional music. O'Neill, who was a police officer in Chicago, was a passionate collector of Irish music and this book represents his extensive research on the subject. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Irish folk music, including its history, instruments, and unique characteristics. It also includes a collection of over 1,000 traditional Irish tunes, many of which had never been transcribed before. O'Neill's passion for Irish music is evident throughout the book, as he shares stories of his travels throughout Ireland and his interactions with local musicians. The book also includes anecdotes and insights into the lives of famous Irish musicians, such as Turlough O'Carolan and Michael Coleman. Overall, Irish Folk Music: A Fascinating Hobby is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Irish music and culture. Its detailed descriptions and extensive collection of tunes make it a must-read for musicians, historians, and enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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