10 Accordion Tunes You Must Hear

RJ Hamster

2 years ago

When looking at the genre of Irish traditional music, you sometimes can’t help but be
overwhelmed by the sheer volume of tunes.

With such a rich history, Irish trad has spanned centuries with countless musicians making their mark with their own original music.

While many instruments have played a part, the accordion brought its own rich, unique sound to trad that made any tune feel fresh and new.

Today I want to share these YouTube tunes with you. These are some of my own favourite tunes, which you can easily learn to play yourself inside our brand new Accordion Masterclass.

These are, in my opinion, must-hear tunes for any trad enthusiast:

1) The Irish Washerwoman

One of the oldest and best-known Irish jig tunes, it’s a classic for any Irish button
accordion player.

2) The Swallow’s Tail

A well-known Irish reel that’s frequently played in traditional Irish music sessions around the world.

3) The Silver Spear

Another popular reel, this tune is often played at a brisk tempo and requires fast
fingerwork on the accordion.

4) Cooley’s Reel

Named after the famous accordion player Joe Cooley, it’s a staple for many Irish button accordion players.

5) Drowsy Maggie

This is a rapid reel that provides a challenge for button accordion players, but it’s a
favorite in many traditional Irish music sessions.

6) The Butterfly

A slip jig played in 9/8 time, this tune is known for its delicate, fluttering melody.

7) Out on the Ocean

A light jig that’s a favorite among accordion players, it’s often used for teaching and is
frequently heard in sessions.

8) Morrison’s Jig

This is a very popular Irish jig, named after Sligo-born flute player James Morrison.

9) The Kesh Jig

This is one of the most well-known jigs in the Irish traditional music repertoire. Its catchy melody and lively tempo make it a favorite among many accordion players.

10) The Sally Gardens

This reel has a lovely, flowing melody that is often heard in traditional music sessions. It’s one of those tunes that really shine on the button accordion.

If you want to be able to play tunes like these someday, it’s time you check out the Ultimate Accordion Masterclass.

With the help of famous Irish accordion player, Benny McCarthy, you will learn the foundational skills and techniques needed to master the accordion so that you too can go on to learn beautiful songs like these yourself.

For a limited time only, we’re offering a special launch deal: You can access my masterclass for just €29/$32/£25 per month! That’s over 25% off!

All you have to do is click HERE.

So don’t miss out on this great offer! Reply to this email and we will readily help with any questions you may have.

Slán go fóill,

Paraic McNeela

P.s. We’re also running a sale on our accordion range (which comes with free access to the accordion masterclass). You can see all the offers by clicking HERE.

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