Hannigan | The Bodhran Book & CD

Renowned percussionist Steáfán Hannigan details all the intricacies of traditional bodhrán playing. Nothing is taken for granted or forgotten, making this a suitable manual for beginners with its gentle and careful progression through the techniques, using numerous examples and exercises.

• Learn the many, varied bodhrán techniques through expert and detailed instruction.
• A selection of repertoire pieces which add depth to your playing.
• Sections on the history of the bodhrán in Irish music, including construction and maintenance.
• All clearly presented with illustrations, photographs and diagrams.

A CD of demonstration tracks of all the pieces in the book played by Hannigan himself is also included. This allows you to hear examples of the exercises and pieces as they should sound.