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Wednesday, February 29, 2012

The Bodhrán: A Great Gift Idea For St. Patrick's Day





St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect time to explore traditional Irish culture by giving a gift that is rooted in Ireland’s history. With March 17th approaching why not get into the spirit of the holiday by giving a musical gift that celebrates the Irish culture. Weather you have Irish ancestry or are just one of the many who love to play “Irish for the day” incorporating music into your celebration is a great way for people of all ages to celebrate the season. With this excellent gift idea you can delve deeper into genuine Irish heritage than the stereotypical green beer and shamrocks.






The Bodhrán is the heartbeat of Irish music. This ancient frame drum is traditionally made with a wooden body and a goat-skin head, and is played with a double-headed stick called a cipín, tipper, or beater. The modern Irish word Bodhrán is properly pronounced bow-rawn, like Cow brawn, with a slight emphasis on the first syllable.

Musical Instrument Haven offers a detailed Bodhrán Drum Buyers Guide which explores the history, construction, playing techniques and practice exercises as well as additional video clips of famous Bodhran Performances. You can also shop an entire selection of Bodhráns on the site.



Here is a fun St. Patrick’s Day trivia question:  Leprechauns are often associated with Ireland and St. Patrick's Day. What do you call the stick leprechauns carry & what is its purpose? Click here for answer


5 comments:

Davie Young said...

Bodhran Drums are such a fun instrument that anyone can play!

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