Simon thoumire was specially commissioned by the celtic connections festival to write a piece to mark the opening of their late night club a gathering place for musicians attending the. The combination of simon thoumire s concertina, and david milligans piano has been described by the scotsman as nothing short of electrifying brimming with wit, mischief and virtuosity. These books are made from a long strip of paper and folded accordion style. If you would like a 11 concertina lesson you can get me via skype. Ive been delving into the tune book the airs and melodies peculiar to the highlands of scotland and the isles this week.
The simon thoumire orchestra celtic connections suite. Simon thoumire was born july 11, 1970 in edinburgh, scotland. The concertina remained popular throughout the 19th century when the salvation army in england, australia, america and new zealand frequently used it as part of their bands compositions. But again, dick, and ive said this every time youve started a thread promoting this book of yours.
The celtic connections club fiesta in the highlands the world bagpipe championships the gravy waltz john thoumire s castle reels. How to make a concertina book with pictures wikihow. Playing the english concertinamy technique by simon thoumire scottish concertinist simon thoumire discusses his unique approach to playing the english concertina, based on holding the instrument so it is rotated 45 degrees from the conventional position. Other records with sheena wellington various artists, folk songs of northeast scotland, cd, greentrax cdtrax5003, 1995 various artists, scottish love songs, cd, tartan tapes cdtt1003, 1998. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Sep 04, 2006 a solo from simon thoumire s online english concertina course at. Traditional music of scotland 48248902526 cd barnes. My question is why wasnt this orientation of the fingers also used for the anglo and duet instruments. Oct 22, 2012 simon thoumire concertina mg alba scots trad music awards the annual scots trad music awards, featuring performances from a host of traditional musicians as well as an awards ceremony celebrating. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. The workshop went really well and as several of those attending are keen to make some more i thought id write a howto post to share. Deil tak the war simon thoumire and david mcguinness this is st mungos welcome to scott skinner played by me and great guitarist michael bryan.
His compositions for various ensembles have been performed at. Andersons beginners instruction book concertina work shop and i. The book was published by birlinn ltd in october 2015 and launched with concertceilidh nights at the queens hall in edinburgh and the old fruitmarket, glasgow. Clearly, the answer depends on a combination of the players level of musical training and the style that he or she. Simon refers to simon thoumire, who holds his fingers 90 degrees to. Jun 20, 2016 simon thoumire plays a concertina version of the bees wing hornpipe keep an eye on simons flying pinkies.
Simon thoumire orchestra music for a new scottish parliament. The musical traditions of scotland have been updated through the concertina playing and composing of edinburghborn simon thoumire. John joined the legendary scottish folk outfit battlefield band aged just 17, remaining with the lineup for the next 11 years, touring extensively around the world and featuring on seven of the bands albums, and this album was. He has performed all over the world solo and with pianist dave milligan. Simon thoumire vlog 4 what is an english concertina. The brilliantly puckish pairing of concertina player simon thoumire and guitarist ian carr rendered even tunes as classic as the masons apron. For english concertina with a decidedly nontraditional flavor, check out simon thoumires 1993 waltzes for playboys. Simon refers to simon thoumire, who holds his fingers 90 degrees to the norm. Simon thoumire from edinburgh, scotland started his musical career at the age of eight playing highland bagpipes. Recorded from a live performance at the glasgow royal concert hall. A solo from simon thoumires online english concertina course at. Simon thoumire and david milligan cd, dvd, sheet music. Dave townsend plays both english concertina and accordion on his cd english country dances vol.
Ian carr and the various artists i like your taste in music. They can be plain or very elaborate with fancy papers, popouts and popups and windows. When traditional music leaves home for good it often arrives on green linnets doorstep. Its full of tunes chiefly acquired during the period 1715 to 1745 and it was edited by captain simon fraser. Third flight home is an album fill of scottish traditional and selfcomposed tunes with a jazzy edge. Its james scott skinner tune and was written for the celtic tournament at glasgow 4th nov 1889. Have you always wanted to play the 30button anglo concertina with more than just a simple onenote melody. I, for one, am interested in your tutor, but the reason i havent bought it is because you have no clips of your playing of irish jigs and reels on your website.
Winner of the prestigious bbc radio 2 young tradition award in 1989, thoumire continued. However, the popularity of the instrument did eventually fade in those countries while german emigrants carried their versions of the concertina to. And finally, there are those who explore new directions, such as the jazzinspired playing of simon thoumire. Simon thoumire concertina mg alba scots trad music awards the annual scots trad music awards, featuring performances from a host of traditional musicians as well as an awards ceremony celebrating.
Follow these instructions to make a concertina book, which is an origamilooking popup book. Simon thoumire plays a concertina version of the bees wing hornpipe keep an eye on simons flying pinkies. Recent profile visitors the recent visitors block is disabled and is not being shown to other users. Simon thoumire concertina and david milligan piano are two of the finest exponents of the contemporary. An acknowledged concertina virtuoso, thoumire has dazzled audiences all over the world with his playing. He got his first concertina when he was twelve after being attracted to the instrument through the playing of hamish bayne of scottish folk band the mccalmans. The english concertina is a member of the concertina family of freereed musical instruments. Simon thoumire is a concertina player, composer and the dynamic force behind the traditional music advocacy outfit hands up for trad. I play english concertina, and my crans dont work anything like that. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
It has a cover at either end and six folded pieces of paper in between. Dave townsend is joined by fellow english concertina player simon thoumire for a wild taste of scotland, guidance through the mysteries of the duet system by iris bishop, and a new face to most of us adrian brown, a brilliant anglo player who lives in amsterdam and makes woodwind instruments, occasionally finding time to tour in the uk with. Simon thoumire concertina phil cunningham mandolin,piano,accordion,keyboards,vocals,whistle instrument,bodhran john martin fiddle,viola,vocals john cunningham fiddle,track performer wilson bouzouki,keyboards,vocals wayne mackenzi bass mop youngson drums kenny forsyth bagpipes,pipe,human whistle,whistle instrument,small pipes. A recognised virtuoso musician in his own right, simon has performed all over the world, made many cds with fabulous musicians including guitarist ian carr and pianist david milligan his compositions for various ensembles have been performed at major festivals. Simon thoumires appears in 1 other tune collection. A recognised virtuoso musician in his own right, simon has performed all over the world, made many cds with fabulous musicians including guitarist ian carr and pianist david milligan. Released in 1995, this is the debut solo album from a young john mccusker, now widely regarded as one of scotlands most accomplished and versatile musicians. In a self service cafe in the danish town of tonder we met our scottish interview partner, and while the lookingout for his meal was quite amusing see footnote. Allan atlas, in his book the wheatstone concertina in victorian england identifies six known concertos written for this instrument.
Now, there was a righteous hebrew in the land of uz named. Dec 05, 2009 and finally, there are those who explore new directions, such as the jazzinspired playing of simon thoumire. Simon thoumire is a virtuoso scottish concertina player who has been releasing albums since 1987. This project is, perhaps, a bit more involved than those of weeks past, but it allows me to introduce a few additional basic materials found in every book artists studio and a handy technique or two. May 17, 2018 im never sure if anyone knows what an english concertina is.
This month i was invited to lead a workshop for a local community craft group on handmade bookmaking. The recipient of a bbc young tradition award, in 1987, thoumire has continued to build on the traditions with his virtuosic playing. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Given this wide range of preferences and styles, how should the newcomer to the english concertina choose a tutor. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from simon thoumire at the discogs marketplace. Simon thoumires iphone english concertina course lesson 6. Im never sure if anyone knows what an english concertina is. A winner of the bbc radio 2 young tradition award in 1989, thoumire has always been keen to explore different genres of music, releasing many records over the years delving into folk, jazz, improvisation and composition see discography. Simon thoumire is a concertina player, composer and the dynamic force behind. The english concertina has a strong representation amongst amateur players of english folk music. The founder of foot stompin records, scottish traditional music trust, and hands up for trad, thoumire established himself as a worldclass performer by the age of 26.
Top folk and jazz musicians perform music which reflects the changes in political atmospheres during the time from referendum to new parliament. If you want to see some other types of this book, do an internet image search for concertina book or accordion book. Simon thoumire internationally acclaimed concertina virtuoso, has a gift for both traditional irish and jazz. If you would like to learn concertina please visit. Simon thoumire orchestra music for a new scottish parliament cd. This album the music and the land the concert contains much of the magic of these two nights, a chance to hear just a few of the compositions from the book, and also to hear music. See more ideas about book art, handmade books and book making. If you would like to book simon and ian or simply ask a question you can contact them here. Is it because the duet is larger and the anglo pushpull, thus necessitating more force than the thumb and pinky could impart. Simon thoumire concertina and david milligan piano are two of the finest exponents of the contemporary scottish.
The celtic connections club fiesta in the highlands the world bagpipe championships the gravy waltz john thoumires castle reels. How to make a handmade concertina book thestitchsharer. An acknowledged concertina virtuoso, thoumire has dazzled audiences all over the world with his. Heres a vlog about this amazing instrument and a reel. Simon thoumire is a scottish musician and an english concertina virtuoso thoumire has played all over the world. This was the festivals most joyous concert, and probably its most well attended sundsvalls tidning. Pages in category concertina players the following 21 pages are in this category, out of 21 total. This is the first solo album from bagpiper mike katz, a superb and versatile musician who joined battlefield band in late 1997, since when his playing and compositions have contributed massively to the music and success of the group.
This tutor will teach you how to play with chords and full harmonies in a wide variety of musical styles. A winner of the prestigious bbc radio 2 young tradition award in 1989, simon has always been interested in exploring different genres of music, releasing many records over the. Playing the english concertinamy technique concertina library. Simon thoumire musician, composer and event organiser. Thoumire simon march, strathspey and surreal music. Scottish concertina player simon thoumire discusses his unique. Andersons beginners instruction book concertina work shop and i taught.
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