Blackthorn Stick [Jig in G] - Tune of the Month with Shannon Heaton

[@tomoverton2138]

Happy new year! This is one of the first tunes I learned, so it came back to my fingers pretty quickly. When you got up to tempo, though, I put down the flute and picked up my Generation. Im still working through grip issues on the flute. Thanks so much!

[@douglascole5729]

I remember this tune as a 'dependable' and 'solid favorite' at our sessiuns back in the early 2000's here in the Twin Cities. It's nice to know that it is still a favorite and probably will be in the coming years. There is something quite reassuring about traditional tunes and I'm glad to hear this one again.

[@ShannonHeatonMusic]

yes, dependable and solid. And I appreciate taking a moment to share some of the old hits, to remind ME of some of these tunes (that I don't often think to start up...)

[@douglascole5729]

@@ShannonHeatonMusic Yes. It is cool to learn 'trendy' tunes. But the tunes like Blackthorn Stick, remind us of the tradition and why we are here.

[@AMylerMusic]

I just want to take a moment to mention Matt’s great shirt. That’s all! Can’t wait to learn the jig.

[@ShannonHeatonMusic]

haha! There are many things that go into a nice presentation of tunes... glad the shirt can help.

[@bridboland8839]

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU BOTH. WISHING YOU THE VERY BEST.

[@ShannonHeatonMusic]

Thank you, and best to you in the new year!

[@michaell.2267]

Hey, good to see you! Happy New Year! 🥂🍀

[@ShannonHeatonMusic]

happy new year!!

[@susangrahamflute3414]

I learned this tune a few months ago, but it’s always good to hear a tutorial with all your great ideas. Happy New Year to you both!

[@ShannonHeatonMusic]

Happy new year, Susan! Hope you have a great musical start to 2025

[@Venezuelautentica1]

Hi friends! Happy New Year to both of you and thanks for showing us this nice Jig 😉👍

[@ShannonHeatonMusic]

It's a good one! Happy new year, new jig.