How To Accompany Irish Music - Traditional Jig Strumming

In this lesson, we cover how to accompany Irish music using a traditional jig strumming pattern.
Here's my other jig strumming tutorial: • How To Back Jigs - Iri...
Firstly we learn the "double down" stum, then we practice it at various tempos. Then we move on to emphasizing different beats within the strum to get a groove going.
Finally, we practice that strum to a tune. The tune is called "The Haunted House" and is played on the whistle by my dad, Mick Coyne.
He's a renowned uilleann piper and here's a great example of him playing on national TV - • Mick Coyne Reels
You can watch the short video tutorial here: • How To Play Irish Guit...
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[@enolenjr]

The last bit accompanying the tune is just what I needed to get the feel of what I am trying to learn!!!!!

[@Hoireabard]

I’ve been playing guitar since 1975 and that’s the best guitar lesson I have ever seen. Great 👍

[@aodancoynemusic]

That's one of the nicest comment I've ever received. So thank you very much for making my day. If you have suggestions of what you'd like to see in the future, just let me know and I'll do my best for you. Cheers 👍🎸

[@Hoireabard]

@@aodancoynemusic I studied classical in the early 80s with top teachers & acoustic before that. I had to stop but I’m about to retire & I’ve been dreaming about how to understand the Celtic rhythm mystery & other guitar secrets. I’ve searched the web for a long while. You are the first to clearly demystify the complexities of Celtic rhythm. I am looking forward to learning a lot. The web can be a wasteland but it’s also a real treasure trove if one looks hard enough. I’ll be thinking about some special request and one day in a few months I’ll be sending it. Thank you. You’re the best!

[@jazzinahat]

Who needs chords when you can articulate a rhythm as well as this! Guitar and Whistle the perfect combination, ‘it scares me to death’. Excellent lesson.

[@daveupnorth23]

I found slowing down the jig at 5:00 to 0.75 speed helped me find the rhythm..Cheers Aodan, awesome lesson

[@aodancoynemusic]

Mighty stuff, glad you found it helpful!

[@jessthesongwriter]

Great. Thanks for that tip. I didn't realise you could do that.

[@robhead22]

Im on it!!! Thank you! Thank you!

[@kephatikvah]

First time I've tried! Thanks a lot! Now it is just practice!

[@PCman70]

Hi Aodán. Great video. I'm just starting out on my DADGAD journey, and your video has been a brilliant help. Cheers Seán

[@Michael-ej2ix]

I have been waiting for a Chanel like this for years. So glad you are the one to start it. Love your music. Please show us how to accompany your fathers song and songs alike. I look forward to all of the future videos.

[@PomsvondatHookEiland]

sooo toll! ❤❤❤❤ big hugh from Germany and thanks to remember were we came from! Excellent!!!!

[@aodancoynemusic]

Glad you enjoyed it! 👍

[@GreyGhost.]

ACE .... so easy to follow. Top job .. thanks.

[@aodancoynemusic]

You're welcome Paul 👍

[@chrish.4067]

The best explanation. Thank you!

[@aodancoynemusic]

Glad it was helpful Chris! 👍🎸

[@chrish.4067]

@@aodancoynemusic and just to say. It was perfect for an intermediate to advanced guitar player trying to figure out the jig thing. Not too slow and plodding and very to the point. I've basically been faking it playing jigs for too long now. My group plays them in their contra dance repertoire. DADGAD will be next for me! Thanks again.

[@AvalonHappy]

I finally got the jig with this video! Great lesson.

[@aodancoynemusic]

Glad it helped!

[@arnenielsen9616]

Amazing good….thanks

[@williamkenny8150]

I remember years ago someone told me about this rhythm and accents and said say "Rashers and Sausages" as you practice and you'll never miss it

[@aodancoynemusic]

Yes, I use that mnemonic too. Some other ones I have heard are JIG-i-ty, JIG-i-ty or Crocodile, crocodile. But I like Rashers & Sausages the best.

[@JulieCunningham-l6t]

Brilliant !! Made it so much easier to get both strumming pattern and rhythm together .

[@aodancoynemusic]

Glad it helped! 👍

[@bilbowaggins3036]

Straight to the point. Thanks

[@MarkDiSciullo]

This was an awesome lesson. Thanks for taking the time to make it. I gave it tree tums up! 👍🏻👍🏻 👍🏻

[@aodancoynemusic]

Cheers Mark! I very much appreciate the kind comment. I just listened to your Saint Anne Reel. The addition of the electric guitar was unexpected but worked cool! 🎸

[@MarkDiSciullo]

@@aodancoynemusic Thanks! ...yes, us Americans have to throw an electric guitar into everything! LOL But honestly, this lesson is super helpful. I start my practice routine each day with this. Can't wait to explore your other videos

[@franciscopaiva4778]

Merci Monsieur Aodan! un vrai plaisir d'apprendre avec vous

[@aodancoynemusic]

Vous êtes le bienvenu Francisco! 👍🎸

[@franciscopaiva4778]

Thanks!

[@VeryPenguinz]

Thanks mate you're a legend I'm getting really into irish music at the moment

[@aodancoynemusic]

Cheers man. Glad you like it 🎸👍 I just checked out your stuff. Let it Happen Guitar solo is rockin 🤘

[@VeryPenguinz]

@@aodancoynemusic cheers mate😅

[@jdotte]

Hello from Maine USA. I’m a fellow McIlroy owner too and I’m really loving your videos. Thanks so much for these lessons. Been working on this strum pattern tonight. Hopefully will have it down this week :) cheers!

[@jdotte]

@@aodancoynemusic That’s wonderful you’ve made it to Maine! You’re right it’s a beautiful place!! We love it here. Would love to have you tour here again:) yeah Dermot built me a custom AP25. Just a wee bit thinner than his typical A body size but not as thin as his typical AP lol! Yeah your videos are super helpful. I’ve only been dabbling with dadgad for couple of years so I’ve got a lot to learn.

[@jdotte]

@@aodancoynemusic haha that’s mighty kind of you to say :) this AP is just the right size for me. Kieran and Dermot were both top class! Always wished I could handle an AJ cause they are so dynamic but I’m too much of a hobbit! Thanks for listening and giving some feedback, really appreciate it.

[@jdotte]

@@aodancoynemusic update...it’s so strange...I’ve got the mechanics of the pattern down but it still sounds forced. I noticed my typical 6/8 strum pattern is busier more 1/8 notes. I’m gonna drive my family crazy but I can’t wait to get this down!

[@jdotte]

@@aodancoynemusic breakthrough...been practicing all week and finally got it. Will try to post a video soon :)

[@lowellirish]

Excellent lesson!!

[@aodancoynemusic]

Glad you liked it!

[@robhead22]

I discovered you a couple days ago. I apologize for not commenting earlier. But ive been both overwhelmed and overjoyed with the scope and quality of the dadgad lessons you are so generously sharing here!! I found the three installments of the ‘skeleton’ scale on your channel. I cant wait until tomorrow to dig in to this. Ive been fascinated with celtic music. And especially dadgad guitar music. Thank you so much !!

[@jimmykirkland6249]

At last. Jig rythmn sorted out. I am able to play the melodies no problem but always struggled with the rythmn side of it. Thanks so much. Subscribed. 😊

[@stephengibbs9310]

Thanks for this! Played with a Celtic group yesterday and was out of my element on the feel of an Irish Jig. Now I’m ready to go

[@aodancoynemusic]

Great to hear Stephen! 👍🎸

[@jryanaustin]

This is a very well thought out instructional video. Thanks for making it!

[@aodancoynemusic]

Cheers Ryan. I'm glad you're getting some value out of it 👍😃

[@larrypontious5000]

Nice playing by your father!

[@clided2]

wonderful lesson chief

[@galefultonmusic]

Thank you for this video. Being from the US and growing up listening to country music, my primary strumming pattern has always been 4/4. We moved out to Las Vegas and fell in love with Irish music when we saw this band at NY NY Casino (Sin E RiRa) so naturally, I wanted to learn the songs. This has been a great help in learning to make my playing sound more "Authentic" as opposed to sounding like a country player trying to play Irish folk music.

[@aodancoynemusic]

Hi Gale, glad you're finding the tutorials helpful. I was only recently playing in Henderson for the St. Patrick's day fest. Had a great time. If there's anything in particular that you'd like me to cover just let me know. I'm happy to help. 👍

[@galefultonmusic]

@@aodancoynemusic No Way...we played that festival on Water St. as well! My band was Sticky Wicket. Did you play with The Plougboys or Socks in the Frying Pan or someone else? My son dances with Scoil Rince Ni Riada Irish Dance so he performed as well. Small world!

[@blloodstone8762]

Thanks

[@davidmarsh9897]

Hi Aodan, thanks for the tutorial and nice to see you're back in town. I think the rhythm is by far the hardest thing for me with Irish music. I'll be ragging this one until I've properly nailed it. Any more rhythms would be great, thanks.

[@aodancoynemusic]

Hi David, sorry about the delay in reply. Ya the different Irish rhythms can take time to nail down. Apart from repetition, practicing slowly and building up the speed, the best way to get the hang of it is to just sit in as many sessions as you can. I used to sit down the back of sessions and play on a quiet guitar. That way, when I messed up I wasn't interfering with the melody too much. Don't be afraid to mess up and give things a go. Try strumming along to tunes that are a bit out of your tempo comfort zone. Remember to keep your arm, wrist and how you hold the pick as relaxed as you can. Any time you feel like your tightening up, just shake it out and start again with less tension. After a while it should become easier. Keep up the practice and enjoy the process 👍 I'll try make more rhythm video too

[@davidmarsh9897]

@@aodancoynemusic Cheers, yes, I don't have access to any live jamming etc. I guess I should just jam along to the various Irish music cd's I've got to pick up more understanding of the rhythms involved. I like listening to the Chieftains and love Planxty. Also admire the work of Bert Jansch and grew up listening to bands like the Clancys. There's plenty more to seek out, obviously but that'll give me a good start, I'm sure. Cheers for the reply. Have a good'un!

[@terry4372]

Fantastic! easy to follow,clearly explained

[@aodancoynemusic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@crisrose521]

Nice lesson. Would have been a little helpful to hear some actual chords though . Nice guitar too 😊 May I ask the make and model ? Looks like a nice satin finish. Thank you 🙏

[@jsgr_1995]

¡Me encanta! Tu video es muy explicativo y práctico. No soy guitarrista pero estaba buscando entender esta forma interesante de acompañar y aprender más sobre la música irlandesa. ¡Muchas gracias por el vídeo y la enseñanza!

[@aodancoynemusic]

Muchas gracias! I'm glad you like the tutorials. My wife speaks Spanish and translated your message for me 😀👍 Thank you for the kind comment.

[@Arriscraft]

hey MAN you're irish too cool

[@aodancoynemusic]

I am indeed! From County Clare on the West coast 🇮🇪☘️

[@DanielMooreDJ]

Great tutorial just what I needed

[@Queeney59]

This is so great!👯 Thanks! What's that that tune you played along with in the first part? i love this stuff. Good teaching!

[@musicshewrote]

Does Glen Hansard play in this style ...?? I want to learn to copy his racing rhythms!🙏🏼

[@aodancoynemusic]

Hi, ya Glen Hansard is a great guitarist and singer. I've seen him a few times in concert 👌🏻

[@jaimeharrington749]

Sounds like the Bodrhon.

[@asset7729]

Up the coynes!!

[@jessthesongwriter]

This is a great tutorial but I found the jig is way too fast for me as I'm just learning. Thanks for sharing!

[@aodancoynemusic]

Hi Jessi, glad you found the tutorial helpful. Sorry the tune was too fast. If it helps, when I'm practicing triplets or different strumming techniques I decrease the video playback speed with the 'Playback Speed' button which is in the settings menu at the bottom right of the video. Then when I feel comfortable playing at 0.5 speed I move up to 0.75 and then to normal speed. If a tune is too slow or if you want to push yourself you can keep increasing the speed to 1.25 etc. Hope that helps. Cheers

[@simonhiggins891]

Hi Aidan, great tutorial. Your jig with you father was very fast for a beginner. Are you actually strumming all 6 strings or just playing a bass string on some down strokes?

[@simonhiggins891]

Sorry Aodan. Damn predictive text.

[@aodancoynemusic]

Hi Simon, ya you're right, the strum is a mix of bass and treble emphasis. I'd only really strum all 6 strings when the tune is in full swing and you want to add to that drive. I've created a guitar tab and notation video of this jig, The Haunted House. It's played at 3 different tempos so that it's handier for beginners to practice strumming and playing along with. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXrZnJKFndith5Y Then I've also put together this full backing tutorial of that jig where I go through each part bit by bit. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGa1inp7bKiHq8U I'll have more jig tutorials on the way soon, and I'll make sure to highlight what you've pointed out in the future. Cheers! 👍