My question is why wasnt this orientation of the fingers also used for the anglo and duet instruments. Its james scott skinner tune and was written for the celtic tournament at glasgow 4th nov 1889. An acknowledged concertina virtuoso, thoumire has dazzled audiences all over the world with his playing. If you would like to learn concertina please visit. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Simon thoumire vlog 4 what is an english concertina. Simon thoumire was born july 11, 1970 in edinburgh, scotland. Scottish concertina player simon thoumire discusses his unique. Traditional music of scotland 48248902526 cd barnes.
Playing the english concertinamy technique concertina library. The brilliantly puckish pairing of concertina player simon thoumire and guitarist ian carr rendered even tunes as classic as the masons apron. Simon thoumire concertina and david milligan piano are two of the finest exponents of the contemporary scottish music scene, bringing the two. Simon thoumire musician, composer and event organiser. Have you always wanted to play the 30button anglo concertina with more than just a simple onenote melody. Ive been delving into the tune book the airs and melodies peculiar to the highlands of scotland and the isles this week. When traditional music leaves home for good it often arrives on green linnets doorstep. Andersons beginners instruction book concertina work shop and i. Simon thoumire concertina and david milligan piano are two of the finest exponents of the contemporary scottish. How to make a handmade concertina book thestitchsharer. 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.
This month i was invited to lead a workshop for a local community craft group on handmade bookmaking. Simon thoumires iphone english concertina course lesson 6. Given this wide range of preferences and styles, how should the newcomer to the english concertina choose a tutor. Thoumire simon march, strathspey and surreal music. The english concertina is a member of the concertina family of freereed musical instruments. For english concertina with a decidedly nontraditional flavor, check out simon thoumires 1993 waltzes for playboys.
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. 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. Third flight home is an album fill of scottish traditional and selfcomposed tunes with a jazzy edge. Simon thoumire is a scottish musician and an english concertina virtuoso thoumire has played all over the world. The celtic connections club fiesta in the highlands the world bagpipe championships the gravy waltz john thoumires castle reels. The english concertina has a strong representation amongst amateur players of english folk music.
Is it because the duet is larger and the anglo pushpull, thus necessitating more force than the thumb and pinky could impart. The simon thoumire orchestra celtic connections suite. The book includes 60 tunes with full chords and increasingly complex arrangements. Simon thoumire orchestra music for a new scottish parliament cd. However, the popularity of the instrument did eventually fade in those countries while german emigrants carried their versions of the concertina to.
Jun 20, 2016 simon thoumire plays a concertina version of the bees wing hornpipe keep an eye on simons flying pinkies. Pages in category concertina players the following 21 pages are in this category, out of 21 total. Simon refers to simon thoumire, who holds his fingers 90 degrees to. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from simon thoumire at the discogs marketplace. 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. The musical traditions of scotland have been updated through the concertina playing and composing of edinburghborn simon thoumire. Recent profile visitors the recent visitors block is disabled and is not being shown to other users. 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. These books are made from a long strip of paper and folded accordion style. An acknowledged concertina virtuoso, thoumire has dazzled audiences all over the world with his. 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. Sep 04, 2006 a solo from simon thoumire s online english concertina course at.
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 recipient of a bbc young tradition award, in 1987, thoumire has continued to build on the traditions with his virtuosic playing. 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. May 17, 2018 im never sure if anyone knows what an english concertina is. How to make a concertina book with pictures wikihow. They can be plain or very elaborate with fancy papers, popouts and popups and windows. This was the festivals most joyous concert, and probably its most well attended sundsvalls tidning. And finally, there are those who explore new directions, such as the jazzinspired playing of simon thoumire. 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.
Simon thoumire orchestra music for a new scottish parliament. Simon thoumire is a concertina player, composer and the dynamic force behind. 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. Simon thoumire concertina and david milligan piano are two of the finest exponents of the contemporary. 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. Simon thoumire plays a concertina version of the bees wing hornpipe keep an eye on simons flying pinkies. Simon thoumire is a concertina player, composer and the dynamic force behind the traditional music advocacy outfit hands up for trad. 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. 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. 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. I play english concertina, and my crans dont work anything like that. Winner of the prestigious bbc radio 2 young tradition award in 1989, thoumire continued.
Dec 05, 2009 and finally, there are those who explore new directions, such as the jazzinspired playing of simon thoumire. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Heres a vlog about this amazing instrument and a reel. 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.
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. 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. This tutor will teach you how to play with chords and full harmonies in a wide variety of musical styles. Its full of tunes chiefly acquired during the period 1715 to 1745 and it was edited by captain simon fraser. Top folk and jazz musicians perform music which reflects the changes in political atmospheres during the time from referendum to new parliament. 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. Ian carr and the various artists i like your taste in music. It has a cover at either end and six folded pieces of paper in between. Simon refers to simon thoumire, who holds his fingers 90 degrees to the norm. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Simon thoumire from edinburgh, scotland started his musical career at the age of eight playing highland bagpipes.
Simon thoumire internationally acclaimed concertina virtuoso, has a gift for both traditional irish and jazz. Dave townsend plays both english concertina and accordion on his cd english country dances vol. Simon thoumires appears in 1 other tune collection. 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. Now, there was a righteous hebrew in the land of uz named. 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. Follow these instructions to make a concertina book, which is an origamilooking popup book. His compositions for various ensembles have been performed at. If you want to see some other types of this book, do an internet image search for concertina book or accordion book. Allan atlas, in his book the wheatstone concertina in victorian england identifies six known concertos written for this instrument. 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.
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. 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. Clearly, the answer depends on a combination of the players level of musical training and the style that he or she. 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. Andersons beginners instruction book concertina work shop and i taught. A solo from simon thoumires online english concertina course at. Recorded from a live performance at the glasgow royal concert hall. 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. If you would like to book simon and ian or simply ask a question you can contact them here. Im never sure if anyone knows what an english concertina is. Simon thoumire is a virtuoso scottish concertina player who has been releasing albums since 1987. See more ideas about book art, handmade books and book making.
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