Thanks so much for checking out this video - I hope you enjoyed! ☘️ You might be interested online course How to Play Bodhrán : Begin Your Journey which includes over 4 hours of video content in 42 videos, specially recorded practice tracks and much more! Check it out at the link below-> bodhran.teachable.com/p/how-to-play-bodhran
@inkyblue64522 жыл бұрын
You told us about getting a good Bodhrán from Brendan White. But where to get good tippers? :)
@inkyblue64522 жыл бұрын
And where did you get this Bodhrán? Didn't see it on Brendan White`s side
@mrberryman2 ай бұрын
Ah, Ruairi, that was FUN! I'm loving this 6/8 pattern with the crack at the top. Thank you so much for sharing your skills so generously.
@keepperspective Жыл бұрын
Bach with a Bodhran is my new therapy! That is aaaaaawesome…..
@bodhran Жыл бұрын
Haha! So glad you like, gigue as they did in the 17th c !
@ilanajacobs55393 жыл бұрын
My bodhran has arrived ☺️☺️☺️ onto the tutorials...
@bodhran3 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@ilanajacobs55393 жыл бұрын
@@bodhran thank you!! It’s a little tricky because the drum is an 18 inch and I’m only 5’1.. But it sounds wonderful!
@spencer_fife_and_drum_john91527 ай бұрын
This is awesome thanks for the help im learning bodrahn for Busch gardens a theme park near me and they have an Ireland section!
@spireduo35133 жыл бұрын
I’m just so inspired by your generosity of spirit in making these videos. I’m a 3rd gen Irish American, and also a classical musician....with all of my concerts and music-making cancelled this year, your videos have been a total lifeline and I’m so enjoying this process of learning a new instrument and mysteriously sort of connecting to my ancestral roots in the process...It’s been deeply healing. Thank you so much for this incredible gift you’ve given all of us, it’s really meaningful and I so admire your level of mastery and your skill in teaching. Such a joy to participate...cheers! - Emma Lynn
@colleenkerr4152 Жыл бұрын
I think it is essentially important that the traditions survive and THANK YOU from the deepest recesses of my soul for doing that! I am 3rd generation Irish Canadian, not raised with the bodhran but discovered it on my own. Which lead me down the garden path to true Irish music. And a tiny little piece of my past and lives of my great great grandparents. THANK YOU!for bringing THEIR life alive. They KNEW this music. It was an everyday thing for them. I can now close my eyes, picture my grandmother in Cloghers walking down the road with a basket on her arm, humming a tune , the beat of the bodhran setting her step, as she went to sell bread. THANK YOU
@livermick7343 жыл бұрын
Ive been surfing youtube for a while now about how to play, and although other artists are good to watch, I find your lessons are the best to learn from. You break down the patterns and skills into identifiable and practical concepts that one can approach with energy and interest, further enhanced by your natural energetic and positive teaching style. Appreciate all the effort.
@bodhran3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words Mick, delighted they are helpful
@katies36253 жыл бұрын
For reference: 1:29 what is a jig? 4:00 Bach jig example 4:58 foundations and pattern 1 6:15 pattern 1 with metronome 8:34 pattern 2 12:03 pattern 3 (hemiola) 14:32 pattern 3 with metronome 14:50 the pop sound 16:14 applying pop to pattern 1 18:30 pattern 4 (syncopation)
@lauramoneybanks4 жыл бұрын
I've been through a lot of youtube bodhran tutorials, and yours are the best (I'm not kidding - the caliber of my playing progressed INSTANTLY because of the way you teach) I love your structure - it's so simple and to the point, and the music to practice with at two speeds is so nice. In my opinion, The MOST USEFUL parts are those phrases, like "Picadilly" and "galloping, galloping, coffee". I've been searching to see if there are any other "bodhran patterns/phrases" to say when you're playing, and I can't find any :( Do you have any other good phrases or combinations of phrases you could suggest? I'd be most grateful!
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Hey Laura - so glad to read your message and I'm delighted the videos are a good help. Particularly glad to hear you find the vocalisation helpful, and using words to create rhythms. I'm working on a video on rhythm and vocalisation at the moment, so looking forward to sharing that soon! Stay well and keep drumming! Ruairi
@elizabethbrown88333 жыл бұрын
Brilliant thank you for sharing this insight. Its the traditional practise ive been looking for. Not everyone wants to do fancy n complex. 🥰🙏
@jobarrieglenn2 жыл бұрын
Just started following your tutorials. Find them extremely easy to follow, especially verbalizing the rhythms. I find I am improving daily thank you
@alecgrant36283 жыл бұрын
So pleased I’ve come across your videos. Excellent tutorials. Thank you, Ruari.
@mikenco3 жыл бұрын
You're tutorials are great for musical numpties like me! :)
@lishy4022 жыл бұрын
You've inspired me to pick up my bodhran again after a few years of just looking at it, you're class! Thanks :)
@bodhran2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! Delighted to read this!
@colettedark79284 жыл бұрын
Absolutely loving these tutorials Ruairi. Mind blowing to hear a Bodhran accompanying Bach! just shows how versatile an instrument it is. I am going to have to put in lots of practice to get the hang of that last pattern, the syncopated beat. I’d love to see / hear that one played along to a jig. Looking forward to the next tutorial.
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Colette Dark thanks so much Colette! It is indeed a versatile instrument - the world is your oyster!! X x
@robertbelanger673326 күн бұрын
Great tutorial, very interested in buying and learning the Bodhran.
@orlaghmcelhannan1508 Жыл бұрын
Your a wonderful teacher, iv been struggling with this but your explanations are the best that iv found
@bodhran Жыл бұрын
Glad its helpful Orlagh!
@mickeyhirten6371 Жыл бұрын
These tutorials are excellent. What I missed in the jig lesson was applying the rhythms to music, as was done for the reels. For me, anyway, it helps internalize the patterns when I here how it all comes together. Thanks. Mickey
@anettek.41032 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot for these tutorials! your probably oldest student( 68) living in nw, germany.
@kevincharliefoxtrot97924 жыл бұрын
I saw a video of Tommy Hayes playing without a tipper, just his hand. Can you do a video on this please? Is it difficult for a beginner? Thanks. Love your details. Great teaching .
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Hey Kevin - sure thing, I’ll add it to the list! Glad the tutorials are helpful.
@jennytstudentdrummer88573 жыл бұрын
Please record that Bach Gigue separately and stick it on youtube, it’s great, love it! 💚
@fgccrexwazsdfghu76533 жыл бұрын
these lessons are great, they are structured so well and are helping me to progress really quickly, thank you
@joegfotoz3 жыл бұрын
My family crest is Dalton from Queens county. I'm so appreciative of your videos as I've been a drummer my whole life but never had one from my mum's heritage! My bodhran is on its way this Thursday. Looking forward to all of your tutorials. Slainte!!
@bodhran3 жыл бұрын
That is awesome! Glad your enjoying the tutorials 🙌
@EricOwensFlute2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Bodhran has come a long way since I was a wee lad. You show the difference between a bodhran player and a dude with a bodhran.
@bodhran2 жыл бұрын
haha! Thanks! Ruairi
@AngelicusImmortus7 ай бұрын
The jig tempo, is a step up (if you like) from a waltz 3/4 Its also Roger Taylor (Queen) favourite time signature to write in.
@sharonfinn29012 жыл бұрын
Mesmerising & magical To Watch
@bodhran2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sharon!
@LoisWalpole4 жыл бұрын
Really enjoying these videos you explain it very well and I'm learning things I have never been shown before. Thank you
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Lois, and I'm really delighted that your finding them helpful. I'm just finishing up my hornpipe video so hope to be sharing that in the next few days :)
@musicstoner3 жыл бұрын
Great lesson, I particularly like the use of the tone hand, cheers
@bodhran3 жыл бұрын
Cool - delighted it was helpful. Thanks for watching! Ruairi
@hervedesormeaux14782 жыл бұрын
The part on Jean Sébastien Bach is very interesting and… inspiring 😊🤝
@bodhran2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Hervé 🙏
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking out my video on JIGS! If you have any requests or suggestions for other videos let me know in the comments below :)
@alohaoliwa3 жыл бұрын
Would be nice to have a video on tuning the bodhran.
@cinderblocktreehouse3 жыл бұрын
I would love to see a video on cheap alternatives to practice with (the cheapest real bodhrán drum on amazon I could find was $92)
@3579remo4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for these videos Ruairi ......you have a great relaxed teaching style
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Delighted they are helpful Roger, and thanks for the kind words!
@alanmaizon6682 жыл бұрын
I love the indie design in your bodhran!!
@DalCecilRuno4 жыл бұрын
You are THE BEST! Why is it or how is it that the best is always coming from County Cork? Thank you very much for this series! Please keep them coming!
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the kinds words, and I'm so glad your enjoying the videos! I actually really enjoy making them too, so its win win :-D happy playing and keep practicing! Ruairi :)
@vinceconlan8328 Жыл бұрын
Great lesson. Thanks.
@mettelisebengaard90482 жыл бұрын
Go raibh maith agat. :-) Thank you so much for your lessons! I have played other percussion for many years and have just got my first bodhran. You are great at teaching the techniques in a way that is easy to follow. I love Irish and Scottish music and hope I'll get really good at playing this awesome drum. Greetings from Mette-Lise in Denmark.
@bodhran2 жыл бұрын
Awesome Mette-Lise- thanks for your message, and really glad your finding the videos helpful 👍
@Balchre4 жыл бұрын
Very well done and very helpful. Thank you for making this available.
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
TradMusic Lover you are very welcome - delighted you found it helpful 👍👍👍
@selkie6303 жыл бұрын
I just left a message on lesson 2 about how much I appreciate your tutorials .. so I won't repeat myself .. but .. let me know when you record an album of you playing the bodhrán to baroque 'jigs' and I am in purchasing it .. thanks again for great lessons
@mightymoose11582 жыл бұрын
Ya. I loved it!
@billcoady80752 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ruairi. Great stuff. Oh, and by the way Anette K (from one month ago), I've got you beat on age. I'll be 70 in March. However, I'll just bet that you and I are NOT the oldest kids learning from Ruairi though. :-)
@liljo614 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video and easy to understand, thanks for doing these, this will help improve my playing.
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Very glad to hear they are a help and do keep an eye as more are on the way :)
@lymanmcbride82783 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, and super helpful! Can you PLEASE post a video of you playing along with a full violin partita gigue? That was so fun!
@willostrad2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing! i am practicing these patterns right now! thanks again Rory!
@delberthighlands79903 жыл бұрын
Excellent thanks! Enjoying the lessons!
@bodhran3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them Delbert!
@martincaldwellcaldwell39703 жыл бұрын
Love this I'm just starting to learn in lockdown.. Very helpful
@bodhran3 жыл бұрын
A fantastic think to be doing during the lockdown - keep on going! Thanks for the kind words. Ruairi
@sandolorsilverdollar11 ай бұрын
thank you ruari
@hypnoraythompson58242 жыл бұрын
Great instruction, and I dont even own one. Great stuff.
@KIWIUNITRIX4 жыл бұрын
Can you do examples with music like you did for the reels? They were very helpful
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
For sure - doing that for my slip jig video which is on the way in the next few days. Thanks for the tip Kevin- happy drumming! Ruairi
@saoirsegirvan50962 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU! This is helping me tremendously! :-D
@johndooley76954 жыл бұрын
You are the best teacher ever
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Thanks John!
@liamdaly52864 жыл бұрын
Awesome once again Ruari, explained really clear n concise. Lovin it mate. Keep it up. Hup ☘
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Delighted they are a help Liam - I'm trying to stay on topic and not blab on too much- haha!!!! happy bodhrán'ing!!!
@lisadixon58862 жыл бұрын
Hi, would love to hear you play a little example of a tune that demonstrates these rhythms at the end of each lesson!
@newfoundaquatics50934 жыл бұрын
So I'm super down with Connor McGregor teaching me how to play the Bodrhan 👌
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
LOL !!!!!!
@kwaichangcaine82343 жыл бұрын
I knew it was him 😶
@louisadpearce-thevoicesanc60804 жыл бұрын
Soooo helpful, THANK YOU!
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
You're very very welcome! R :)
@Draiochtaproductions9 ай бұрын
Thanks
@bodhran9 ай бұрын
Thats very kind of you! I hope you enjoy the videos 🙏
@davidtrapp21574 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorials!!
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much David! Glad they are a help 👍
@susannew.-g.42302 жыл бұрын
i just struggled with the hemiola… but I keep on practicing. ;)
@bodhran2 жыл бұрын
Practice makes … more practice! Enjoy the journey, it will come 🙏
@martincaldwellcaldwell39703 жыл бұрын
Can you play some jig music for us and show us the jig patterns with the music. You done it in the Hornpipe video? This might be useful to see it and try to follow it. Thanks I love the way you explain things
@nikolettschlesinger28383 жыл бұрын
You are just soooo good! Thank you :)
@bodhran3 жыл бұрын
Glad your enjoying the lessons!
@nikolettschlesinger28383 жыл бұрын
@@bodhran i admire your dedication to music and the humankind :)
@Invisible_Hermit4 жыл бұрын
Wow, I'm getting a serious education here, and have some definite practice time coming up, thanks to your lessons. Up until now, I've just gained basic knowledge on reels and jigs; you're working at a whole different level, and that's just really impressive! Slainte!
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Very delighted to hear the videos are a help Michael - more on the way soon to keep you challenged! Take care - Ruairi
@ryanmckenna74812 жыл бұрын
great video!!!!!
@jamespatrickwyse47544 жыл бұрын
Brilliant tutorials!! Love it :D
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much James- glad they are helpful :)
@thepoetmd2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. Thanks.
@francoiscollombon31723 жыл бұрын
wonderfull videos !! thanks !!
@bodhran3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them François!
@mahidharmanat56813 жыл бұрын
🙏🏼👍🏻👍🏻❤️
@ltbaxter4 жыл бұрын
Keep up the great work! It may be simple but a video on how to pick a bodhran and some tips for how to get started (and links of music to listen to or play along with) would be great. Also, what kind/model of tipper is that you're using or recommend?
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Hi Larry! Great ideas, will certainly add both ideas to my list. I really like the idea of going through some different types of bodhran/ maker styles and price brackets and doing a comparison. I use a McNeela hot rod style tipper which Ive modified myself with wood glue and ankle support tape ( bought from a pharmacy!) .. it gives the back end of the tipper a bit more weight, which helps is getting more bass and fundamental in the sound.
@TimmyB18674 жыл бұрын
Could you do slip jigs and hornpipes? I'm loving your video and teaching style.
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Certainly- both on the way!
@TimmyB18674 жыл бұрын
@@bodhran Brilliant. Until then I guess I'll keep galloping through Piccadilly
@grymbo573 ай бұрын
HI. Really enjoying your tutorials. Could I ask that you play an example of the "hemiola" to music. I can follow you on both slow and fast examples but for the life of me I can't apply it music. It's driving me banannas.
@CaiValProcillus4 жыл бұрын
Hi Ruairi ! Awesome, as usual ! :D
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Hi there! Great question :) Bodhran's don't need much. I use quite thick skinned drums, so a little water occasionally when its feeling dry. Try to keep it somewhere the temperature stays the same. Ideally away from radiators, cold drafts etc. I think thats it really..! Happy practicing and thanks for the kind words :)
@DYNABIKE12 жыл бұрын
These lessons are great. I wish I couldn't hear that very rapid playing in the background. It's like impossible at this time and is distracting trying to listen to You.
@SanMyamoto3 жыл бұрын
Amazing!!
@bodhran3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed!
@natanoj163 жыл бұрын
I am really having a hard time getting the Up stroke on 5 after the 34 DD in the last version (With both slap and Open sound) (The one around 18:30)
@natanoj163 жыл бұрын
Hmm I think I might be mixing Galloping Galloping Coffee into the rhythm...
@thierryklein68514 жыл бұрын
Merci !!!!
@christinewilde34044 жыл бұрын
I really like your teaching approach. Since I am new to your site, do you have a video on the hornpipe rhythms?
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Christine! Glad the videos are a help. I do have a video on hornpipes, which i've linked below -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5qkoXadlJholZY
@H.Ingvarsson Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this interesting video Ruairi. Do you know if there is a western notation style for these patterns?
@KRAM-zb2vc9 ай бұрын
You should change the D for a P when a POP is played, In my opinion 🤔👍🏻
@ssedarius3 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness I love this! Silly question, how do you feel about non Irish people playing the Bodhran? Especially with all the cultural appropriation talk happening these days? Genuinely curious, thank you!
@Dstinct Жыл бұрын
The triangle pop is a nice sharp accent that feels more natural than trying to do a downstroke rim click. Is there a way to get a similar accent on the upstroke, or is that best serve with a bottom rim click?
@milaotto13092 жыл бұрын
Encomendando um bodhran em 3..2..
@bodhran2 жыл бұрын
🌟
@Bodhranbelle3 жыл бұрын
Great vid as ever. Jigs are my faves. Who made that pretty drum for you?
@pauljordan4452 Жыл бұрын
Indian vocal percussion: Takita takita. So the bodhrán is Irish Indian.
@natelogos76623 жыл бұрын
I don't understand what right hand technique you're using with the pop sound. It almost looks like you're striking with the back end of the tipper. In order to get the sound from a downstroke I'm having to go from holding my tipper at 45 degrees to striking the drum right at 90 degrees. Is that right?
@johncarroll607510 ай бұрын
Hi Ruairi, question for you… what’s the name of the sample jig you played at 3:22 in this vid? My father played it on accordion for years but I never knew it’s name. Cheers. 3:22
@noelbenadom Жыл бұрын
Hey Ruairi! I’m so glad I found your channel. I’m a whistle player who just got my first bodhran. Quick question about the DUDDUD strokes… On the DD part, is this a conscious wrist movement for the 2nd D or is it a bounce after the first D when it’s played up to speed? 7:37
@bodhran Жыл бұрын
Hi Noel! First D is more of a flat stroke, 2nd, a full down - thats how it works for me at least!
@amytaylor2739 Жыл бұрын
i basically taught myself how to play and they way I do the jig pattern is DUDUDU is that unheard of?
@mimimusic47104 жыл бұрын
Thanks for wonderful video! Could you let me know which brand of the bodhran you use? Thanks!
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad its a help! I'm playing a drum made by Mog of Renegade Rhythms! He is based in Norfolk in the UK :)
@luluflowers92773 жыл бұрын
@@bodhran Thank you for the info! I really appreciate it :)
@JohnJones-tx6rt7 ай бұрын
I cant tell if this is triple time, 6/8, 4/4 or what. Confusing.
@virginiaoman5283 жыл бұрын
Hi there. You mentioned you were going to do a tutorial on playing like Tommy Hayes..without a tipper. Have you put that up yet and if so where would I find it? Thanks
@kidsmoked Жыл бұрын
How many inches is this bohdrain please, Ruairi? Thank you.
@sandolorsilverdollar Жыл бұрын
slancha ruari , inch by inch im getting there
@salmasidki13 жыл бұрын
Great video Ruairi! Do you have recommendations on buying a good first bodhran?
@pumpkin_k1ng3 жыл бұрын
I call the flat stroke an “in” stroke
@insultigknightuscantstands46483 жыл бұрын
can one use a bodhran to play rock n' roll songs
@bodhran3 жыл бұрын
Why not?! More than likely a reel pattern will fit best, but depends on the song! Have fun and don’t hold back the energy 💥🙌
@viviennecarty24186 ай бұрын
❤
@davidday8664 ай бұрын
Rashers and sausages An old man said to me sing that one day and your off you’ll be flying in no time 😂
@martincaldwellcaldwell39703 жыл бұрын
Hi Ruairi, Love the videos. However when I listen and watch videos of Bodhran players at sessions, I tend to follow my interpretation of the music rather than what I have tried to learn from your lessons. The players seem to play differently in the sessions, I of course might be wrong. Let's say I was sitting in a session Do I follow my own interpretation to the music or do I play your lessons? My fear is playing out of tune and putting the other players off their stride at a session. Do I just make it up as I go on the session, my interpretation.
@jules183752 Жыл бұрын
How do you move your hand if it starts off under the bar that runs across the back?
@bodhran Жыл бұрын
I take the bars out
@macasanchez52404 жыл бұрын
Ruiairi, lovely video!! Very clear! Are you doing skype classes? Best and a big hugge!
@bodhran4 жыл бұрын
Hey Maca! Sure thing- give me an email and we can chat! Big hugs from London :-D
@ilanajacobs55393 жыл бұрын
(Do you teach live at all?)
@bodhran3 жыл бұрын
I used to all the time! I have been teaching online over the last year, and hope to blend online and in person once it becomes safe to do so 🤗🌸
@ilanajacobs55393 жыл бұрын
@@bodhran thank you 🙏 I hope I’ll be able to come and get some lessons once things change! 🌸🌸
@martincaldwellcaldwell39703 жыл бұрын
Can I have some advice, I am new to the Bodhran, been following your videos. I have been playing along( trying) to your Spotify examples of reels, jigs, hornpipes. I feel that I am always playing the same strokes regardless of jig, reel. Hornpipes. What's the difference. They seem to blend into one another. Or should I just play a long by listening and hitting the drum as I interpret it myself? I'm a bit lost.. Lol
@CNT126962 жыл бұрын
My bodhrán teacher, her teacher, and a good friend that first introduced me to the drum all told me to learn the basic patterns then figure it out to each tune or song. You'll eventually notice that there are similar or identical parts (Blarney Pilgrim and Kesh for example) and can mold things into other tunes. I've been learning to play to individual tunes then let it flow based on how the rest of the group is player.
@ritamack57313 жыл бұрын
Where does one get a tipper like the one you're using here?