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Note These linkpages are in the process of being rebuilt and modified as of 10/01/2013 Web sites of interest to musicians. Click on a category below to take you to the relevant page section. Irish Traditional Music Websites......Irish Traditional Music Organisations......Irish Cultural Websites......Scottish Music American Music....Canadian Music......Cape Breton Music.....Music of the Hebridies.....Celtic Music.....Swedish Music Folk & World Music.....Music Reviews.......Music Clubs........Traditional Music Clubs.......Music Training........Music Magazines Musicians...... Violin Makers......Stringed Instrument Repair.......Instrument Strings Irish Traditional Music Websites. Irish-Music.net This is an excellent website with plenty of information and links. Traditional-Direct This website is a social networking website for Traditional Irish musicians Irish Traditional Music Tune Index. This website has a vast amount of information on Irish Traditional Music. The interface is plain text only, but if you want to know: (a) Information on tunes, (b) what percentage of reels are in AB (single reel) or ABAB(double reel) formats, (c) the top twenty most popular session reels as polled from the website's membership and much more, then it's well worth a visit. Internet Archive This website is not a dedicated traditional music website as it caters for a wide range of interests. However, it does contain material on Irish Traditional music. Select <Audio> at the top of the Home Page and enter the tune name in the search box and you will be surprised at the amount of information that pops up about the tune, its composer and when first recorded. A great bonus is the availability of the original 78 rpm Vinyl LP recording of the tune which can be listened to and/or downloaded. Back to Top of Page Irish Traditional Music Organizations. Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Eireann Comhaltas Ceoltóiri Eireann (CCE) is an Irish Traditional Music organization with headquarters based in Monkstown, Dublin Ireland. Founded in 1951 by a handful of volunteers, it has played a major part in saving the Irish Traditional arts from possible extinction at a time when the traditional cultures of many countries were disappearing due to the influence of the prevailing pop culture of the time. It has successfully promoted Irish culture (music, song, dance and language) on a global scale through its many branches worldwide and except for a small number of full time staff at its headquarters in Monkstown, it is run on a voluntary basis at local branch level by its many dedicated volunteers. The organization operates a wide range of activities and services including music instruction on a range of instruments, competitions, examinations, social events, promotions and festivals. This website deserves plenty of browsing time. Click on the <About Us> tab when you visit its website and click on the <History> link in the text to get some idea of what CCE has achieved. Then back to the <The Music> tab to access the music material available for musicians. This material also includes video material called Comhaltras Live, which features a collection of video performances by present day performers updated on a daily basis from around the world. Na Píobairí Uilleann Na Píobairí Uilleann (The Pipers Club) is another Irish Traditional Music organization and is based in Henrietta Street, Dublin. As its name implies, it is soley devoted to the preservation and advancement of Uilleann Piping in Irish Traditional music. Founded by a few volunteers in 1968, the organization was faced with not only preserving the Uilleann piping tradition, but also Uilleann Pipe making techniques. Once again, its website deserves a good browse to see how well the organization has succeeded in preserving and promoting both the Uilleann Piping and Uilleann Pipemaking traditions. It has many multimedia tutorials on both piping and pipemaking available for online sale together with information on workshops, recitals and events. Irish Traditional Music Archives Based in the heart of Georgian Dublin, (Merrion Square), the Irish Traditional Music Archives (ITMA) is a public non profit organization, providing the largest repository of irish traditional music material in the world. It has many facilities on offer to members of the public, including public room access, online computerized catalogues, digital library and an online shop featuring books, CDs and DVDs published by itself or its partners. Part of its work is the preservation of all the radio and television broadcasts of Irish Traditional music since the early 1940's, which has been achieved through many years of collaboration with the national broadcasters of Ireland (RTÉ and TG4) and Britain (BBC). This work has resulted in the re-broadcasting of much of the material via a very popular RTE TV series called "Come West Along the Road" which is presented by Nicholas Carolan, the director of the ITMA. DVDs featuring this long running TV series are available for sale from the ITMA or the RTE websites. Brú Ború The well known Irish Music, Song & Dance cultural group, based near the famous Rock of Cashel in Co.Tipperary Ireland. This centre performs live shows featuring the best of Irish culture. The centre also provides training courses in music, personal performance techniques etc. Irish Net An Online database of Irish cultural activities (USA) Ceolas A database of all Celtic music in Europe. Back to Top of Page Irish Cultural Websites. Celtic Traditions: All About Irish Dance This website (Celtic Wedding Rings) is a commercial non musical website which normally I would not include on these linkpages. However, I am including it for two reasons: (a) it contains some very interesting webpages on Celtic music, dance, mythology and symbology, and (b) these pages were recommended by Samantha (surname unknown) of Compton Community Centre USA who has been researching Irish Culture using the existing webpage links on this website. I would like to thank Samantha and her mentor Ms. Alyssa Lozano for contacting me by email with this information. More websites to be added and updated Back to Top of Page Scottish Music. Grand Chain - the Scottish Dance Resource Resource for Scottish dancers worldwide - includes information on bands, groups, events, links, dances, hints, and tips for Scottish country dance, ceilidh, highland, and step dance. MusicScotland Scottish, Irish and Celtic music... CD, DVD and video store with mp3 search engine and directory of artists, bands and organizations in Scotland. Taigh na Teud Sheet Music Publishers Celtic, Scottish and Irish sheet music publishers. Tunes for fiddle, harp, pipes and many other traditional instruments, also CDs and Tutor books. Music In Scotland Gateway to Scotland's Music - Scottish, Irish, Celtic & Folk Music... CDs - information and links to other Celtic sites. The Scottish and Irish Traditional Celtic Music Store Scottish, Irish & Celtic CDs by almost every artist. From Accordion to Whistle plus Bagpipes. Celtic traditional folk songs, music and more. Back to Top of Page American Music. The Music Barn. Featuring cassettes and cds, compact discs, videos and books of old-time country music, instrumental music and popular music from the 1930s to the 1960s The Country Grapevine A website devoted to upcoming festivals and events in Florida USA on Bluegrass/Country/Acoustic/Folk music and country dance including Square/Line/Contra/Clogging etc. The website has an impressive list of links to the websites of artistes in Country Music. The Alum Creek Singers A quartet featuring bluegrass, country, folk and gospel with downloadable music, local and online resources together with interesting information for aspiring musicians. Voyager Records. Voyager Recordings and Publications is an independent recording and publishing company that features the best in old time music, records, tunes and Bluegrass, especially fiddle music, primarily from the Pacific Northwest. Ted Sims Bluegrass and Old Time events, jams & dances in North/South Carolina USA. Tricopolis Records Bluegrass Music: Tricopolis Records is dedicated to promoting quality West Coast Bluegrass and Acoustic Music. Canyon Records Productions Old Time music of the USA. Fiddlers.org Official organization for Old Time Music. With International Resources For Fiddlers and All Acoustic Musicians. Packed full of links. Old Time Music. Source on Appalachian Old Time Music of America. Swing Cat: Swing, Folk and Fiddle Recordings Offering great old swing jazz; timeless Mexican music from the Tierra Caliente; old time fiddle breakdowns, waltzes and rags nosed out by our clever feline. The Old-Time Music Home Page The Old-Time Music Home Page is devoted to the music of the Southern Appalachians - primarily fiddle and banjo music as was popular between the revolutionary and civil wars. Texas Folklife Resources Texas-style fiddle music bibliography including books, films, music, and internet sites. Virginia Folklife Program Honoring and providing support services for traditional artists and performers, and helping communities develop plans and projects to strengthen their own cultural traditions. American Memory. Fiddle Tunes of the American Frontier. Acousticmusic.com Plenty of links to American music venues & performers plus information on some of the great American Old Time fiddlers. Ashokan Fiddle and Dance Camps. Hosted by Jay Ungar and Molly Mason near Woodstock, NY USA Camsco Music. Recordings of various artists including Traditional fiddlers etc Halcyon Days Music. A very interesting free MIDI Old Time music collection of early 20th Century American Music from the 1900s to the 1920s. The tunes are also available separately in standard music notation. Fiddle Music: Fiddle Tunes, Sheet Music, Books, CDs Ever growing resource for fiddle music enthusiasts, artists, luthiers. Tunes, fiddlers, fiddles, recordings, fiddle forum, history, instruction and more. FiddleFork Online Worlds largest fiddle fiddle players online community. Made by fiddle players for fiddle players. Discussion forums, downloads, chat, celebrities, links, calendar and much more. Folk Music - Bluegrass Music - Alt Country - Roots Rock - MilesofMusic.com Provides a variety of the best of Americana music including: folk music, bluegrass music, alt country, roots rock, folk rock, music by singer songwriters, bands like Uncle Tupelo, and more. House of Musical Traditions The House of Musical Traditions online storefront, a destination for exotic musical instruments, books and recordings from around the world. Old time,historic American, bluegrass music and American folklore Native Ground Music produces recordings and books of old time, bluegrass, gospel and folk music plus music instruction books.Civil War, Railroad,traditional American music and folklore. Ozark Folk Center State Park of Arkansas. Click on Mountain Music on their homepage. Roots of American Fiddle Music. Recordings are devoted to original 78rpm Fiddle Band recordings and the associated History and Lore. The Folk Art Society of America Interesting articles on fiddle music. The unique world of contemporary folk, self-taught, and outsider art - articles, calendar and more Western Music,Spanish,Gospel,Fiddle, Music CD Sales Music CD sales. Western music, fiddle music, cowboy songs and ballads, gospel, Christmas music, Tex Mex, tejano, American Indian music, flamenco guitar, Latin jazz, and saloon piano music. Mel Bay.com: Products for guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer, fiddle, ukulele Specialising in guitar, mandolin, banjo, flute, jazz, tinwhistle, Mel Bay, dulcimer, guitar lesson, music books, flamenco, banjo, harmonica, recorder Back to Top of Page Canadian Music. Canadian Old Time fiddle music. The Bobcaygeon Olde Tymers is a group of eight senior citizens, resident in and around Bobcaygeon, who together represent better than 400 years of musical experience including old time fiddle music, country sing-alongs, ballads, waltzes and popular classics A Help site for Fiddlers Plenty of information to assist fiddle players Fiddle Events in Canada Orangeville Fiddle and Step Dance Camp Newfoundland Music Industry Association of Newfoundland. News, Events and new releases. Back to Top of Page Cape Breton Music. Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia The music of Cape Breton. Back to Top of Page Music of the Hebrides. Hebrides - A Virtual Guide (Inner and Outer) Irish Pipe and Fiddle Music - Irish Music from the Virtual Hebrides. Also Folk music. Back to Top of Page Celtic Music. Celtic music in Canada. Some of Canada's best instrumentalists and well-known Celtic fiddlers. Celtic Southern Cross Celtic music resources for sale including CDs, Videos, Tune Books, Instrument Tutors, Irish and Scottish Gaelic language material, dance resources, Australian Folk Music. Services on this machine Celtic Fiddle Tunes/Styles: biography and personal collection Traditional Celtic Music in the San Francisco and Monterey Bay Areas Traditional Celtic Music of Ireland, Scotland, Cape Breton and Brittany in the San Francisco Bay area,--a calendar of upcoming events, local resources, and CD reviews. Celtic Society of Monterey Bay Celtic Society of Monterey Bay California USA, with info. on music and sessions. Back to Top of Page Swedish Music. Lennart Sohlman. Swedish Fiddle Player and fiddle tunes. For many of the tunes, you will find an accompanying second part suggested, and to some tunes are also added a midi version. You will also find tunes from some other parts of Scandinavia. Back to Top of Page Folk & World Music. www.tri-folk.co.uk Play along CDs with Music Booklets for learning and enjoying playing Traditional Dance and Fiddle Tunes. FolkWorld - Home of European Music Online Music Magazine and home of European Folk Music; with news/interviews/articles/CD and live reviews. English and German language versions. Folk Organisations and guides to Folk Music on the Internet Folk song and music - diary and links Leicester , Leicestershire , England , U.K. More Music World Wide On line Record Shops: Great site for a wide selection of Music genres, both vinyl and CD and rare records at bargain prices. Australian Folk Songs Australian website on Songs/Record Labels/Magazines/Festival/Singers and worldwide websites. Back to Top of Page Music Reviews. PayTheReckoning An excellent site for reviews of folk & traditional music: new releases plus news and tips. Back to Top of Page Music Clubs. The Electric Blues Club An excellent English based online club and resource site for Rock, Blues and Folk musicians offering plenty of information on the music industry, music resources, music lessons, educational listings and new music. Well worth a visit. Traditional Music Clubs. The Session A very good site for musicians to swop Traditional Tunes/Recordings/Sessions. Back to Top of Page Music Training. MusicGoals MusicGoals by Eye and Ear - Ear training, sight reading, instrument study, and music theory training software. Suzuki Digital Grand Piano - Qchord Suzuki digital pianos from Richard's Music - upright to grand piano styles. Suzuki Q Chord, an exci! ting digital instrument that anyone - musician or not - can play. Back to Top of Page Music Magazines. Traditional Music Maker A London based magazine covering English, Scottish, Irish,Folk and C&W. Irish Music Magazine A Dublin based magazine specializing in Irish Traditional & Contemporary, Scottish & Folk. Celtic Music.com An Online music magazine covering all aspects of Celtic Music. Web Magazine. Bluegrass and Swing Fiddle music. Dirty Linen American bi-monthly magazine featuring Roots/Traditional/Folk/World music. Fiddler Magazine - The well known USA/Canada based fiddle magazine packed full of information on all aspects of fiddling. PopMatters : A magazine of global culture. Some Fiddle Music Recordings Rambles, a cultural arts review magazine Rambles is a cultural arts review publication focusing on traditional music, speculative fiction, folklore, movies and art. Back to Top of Page Musicians. Rob the Fiddler The website of Robert Stave. Texas fiddler. Packed full of information, links and interesting insights into a working musician's lifestyle. Mp3 Players Dotones.com - Digital Cameras, Camcorders,Video Games, TVs and More! This website may seem out of place in this category but check out their links page as it contains an excellent directory of music resources. The Chieftains The website of the Chieftains (Irish Traditional music) outlining records, biogs of members, tours etc. Determan Blog Fiddle Lesson notes and songs Sonya O'Brien Master fiddler, fiddle teacher and director of the Boghill Centre near Lisdoonvarna, Co. Clare Ireland. The Boghill Centre provides accommodation and lessons in Irish Traditional music for all instruments . Fiddlebooks - Gordon Stobbe's Fiddle Music Gordon Stobbes instructional fiddle books, fiddle tune books, CDs and cassettes of fiddle, old-time and stringband music. Ryan Thomson. Ryan Thomson: Fiddle Player and multi-instrumentalist, performer/author/educator. Chris Bartram English Fiddle Music. SolitarySong The website of South Asian multi-instrumentalist Fawzia Begum (now residing in the USA). Check out her new CD featuring a Neil Diamond instrumental tribute plus some original compositions. Audio samples available. Jay Ungar and Molly Mason Home Page Jay Ungar and Molly Mason are performers, composers and teachers specializing in 19th and 20th century American folk songs and dance music with an emphasis on fiddle styles and music of the American Civil War. Ladies of electric violin and electric violin resources Electric Violin players and resources Pierre Schryer - Fiddle Music French-Canadian Fiddle Player. The John Hartford Web Page John Hartford's unique combination of bluegrass, folk, country, and old-time music is chronicled in his complete discography. Scottish music from Foot Stompin' Celtic Music Celtic music from the bright young stars of the Scottish music scene - free mp3 downloads and CDs from $7 Scottish Music. A well known Scottish Traditional Music band of musicians. San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers The San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers formed in 1986 to play traditional Scottish fiddle music. Members meet each month in homes around the San Francisco Bay area for jam sessions and workshops, and give an annual spring concert series under the direction of noted Scots fiddler, Alasdair Fraser. April Verch The fiddle music of April Verch. Broad repertoire features traditional and contemporary tunes ranging in source and inspiration from French Canadian to Appalachian, from Bluegrass to Celtic, and Brazilian to Old Time. The Standing Stones. The Standing Stones perform traditional music, harp and song from Scotland and Ireland in the San Francisco Bay area. Their website also features a large collection of information about traditional music and related topics. Ceide-Contemporary Folk Website of Ceide-Contemporary Trad/Folk group. Ger Wolfe Website of Ger Wolfe irish singer/songwriter with info. on his music, new release, tours etc. Luka Bloom Website of Singer/Songwriter/guitarist Luka Bloom with info. on his music, new release, tours etc. Altan - The Official Web Site The official site of Altan, one of Ireland's biggest name in traditional music. Brian Kelly The website of Brian Kelly. (All Ireland Champion Banjo player) Cathal Hayden Website of Cathal Hayden:fiddle/Banjo player from Co. Tyrone Ireland. Solo artist and member of trad group "Four Men and a Dog". Back to Top of Page Violin & Viola Makers. Andrew Kirk Violin Maker Luscombe Violins Inc. An Online Violin Shop for your musical needs: instruments, accessories, cases, makers supplies and more for violin, viola cello and bass! David Gusset Violin Maker David Gusset provides a portfolio of his work, a listing of his awards, discusses history of the violin, violin design and varnish secrets The Viola Web Site Home of the Viola Societies and the Viola Mailing Lists Donley Violins Fine violin shop in Charlotte, North Carolina. Makers, dealers, restorers of violins, violas, celli, basses, bows. David Rubio Violin Maker. The Guild of American Luthiers A non-profit educational membership organization, formed in 1972 to advance the craft of string instrument making and repair (lutherie), through a free exchange of information. Fritz Reuter-Chicago Violin, Viola, Cello Makers and Dealers Chicago's oldest establishment of Violin Makers and Dealers. They buy and sell fine RARE and NEW instruments. Co-Founder AFVBM American Federation of Violin and Bow Makers. Geigenbau Gerlinde Reutterer, Wien Restoration, Repair, Rare Violins etc. English version of the web site is available. Paul Collins Violin maker. Kevin Sykes Violin maker from County Mayo, Ireland Kunsthistorisches Museum Collection of Ancient musical instrument of all types. English version of the web site is available. Maestronet Showrooms, Auctions, Dealers and further information regarding violins. Mücke-Elschek Violin Maker. English version of the web site is available. Roberto Regazzi: Violin Maker - Rare Instruments. Association of Violin Makers Southern California Association of Violin Makers Tim Phillips Tim Phillips, Maker of Violins, Violas, 5 String Instruments and Octave Violins. Violin Maker Dmitry Badiarov This website provides information on the latest trends in the baroque violin playing, free articles on the violin and a unique database of violin iconography. Pete Schug. Violin Maker. Vector Instruments Electric violins, electric cellos and electric upright basses, 20 years of custom handcrafted designs. Back to Top of Page Stringed Instrument & Repair. Fiddle Shop Instrument shop and Music Hall on violins, banjos and mandolins. Fret 'n Fiddle Fiddle and Guitar instrument repair. Back to Top of Page Instrument Strings. South West Strings A good source for instrument strings from the website of www.swstrings.com Thomastik-infeld Website of the famous Thomastic Guitar and Fiddle string manufacturer. Back to Top of Page