IrishRover

Hi, I've looked for this tune on "thesession.org" but I can't tell from the sheet music where the run of 12 notes might be. Maybe you have a different tune? Do you know if your version of this tune is in the "public domain"? As to the octave thing, I heard it was possible but have not had the courage to try it...now I will. Thanks for the inspiration. Harry Wilson

Hello again, Actually for the record it is an English Concertina that I would like to make but I'd prefer to find a source of new reeds if possible. I have emailed Juergen and no doubt will get a response in time. Thanks for the offer Theo, I will drop you an email so we can keep in touch off list. Thanks, Harry Wilson

Hi, On the subject of reeds, I have a hankering to build concertina for myself (lots of reasons no doubt why I should not attempt this but) if I was to go down this road where could I get a set of English "Concertina" reeds from. I'm guessing that the established manufacturers might agree to supply a set but not on a short delivery basis (understandably). If any of you learned gentlemen can point me in the direction of potential suppliers it would be appreciated. Might be for this project I have to compromise on the "concertina reeds" but I'd like to stick to traditional construction techniques and standard instrument sizes. I have discounted using the reeds from an old instrument - don't feel comfortable with the principle of taking a piece of history out of commission. Thanks, Harry Wilson

Hi, Thanks, sounds interesting; not too far for a visit but not close enough to make it a regular thing unfortunately. I was thinking more in terms of a residential weekend...something intensive...could be specifically focussed on the English Concertina or perhaps more generally on Irish music... either would work for me! Thanks for the heads-up on Chorley anyway; I'll make contact and see where we go with it. Regards, Harry Wilson

Hi, I've been playing an English Concertina for a year now; essentially self taught using Alistair Anderson's excellent tutor. I'm mostly focussed on Irish stuff and have been attending and playing at a local session for about 9 months. I feel that I have got off to a good start but want to learn more by rubbing shoulders with the good and great. Can anyone give me advice on appropriate workshops which I could attend in the UK during 2005? Thanks, Harry Wilson