An in-progress tune I started playing today on my new old harp. Sounds pretty good even just as it is; but I'm imagining it with some light percussion, a little violin, and maybe a guitar? We'll see how it goes.
I wanted to record a version of this lovely traditional East Coast Canada / USA tune. It's been done many times, in different ways, with variations on the lyrics. I've leaned on Solas's and Stan Rogers's versions, and added a verse of my own…
I wanted to record a version of this lovely traditional East Coast Canada / USA tune. It's been done many times, in different ways, with variations on the lyrics. I've leaned on Solas's and Stan Rogers's versions, and added a verse of my own…
Another French folk song that I thought I’d have a go at recording today. It’s a lovely little tune about gathering around the table with friends. I learned this one from one of Marcel Bénéteau’s CDs.
Lyrics:
Y a encore dessur la table une…
I'll Tell Me Ma is a folk song in the Irish tradition. I recorded it with acoustic instruments, multiple vocal tracks, and spoons for the main percussion, to give it that kitchen party feel!
I did it in the key of C. Not exactly normal, but…
Another French folk song that I thought I’d have a go at recording today. It’s a lovely little tune about gathering around the table with friends. I learned this one from one of Marcel Bénéteau’s CDs.
Lyrics:
Y a encore dessur la table une…
Another excellent French folk song! For those who don't speak French, here is what Google translator yields:
There's still a jug of white wine on the table
There's still a jug of white wine on the table
Let's drink there, oh let's drink there,
I have the heart all at ease
At my friends table
I have a happy heart
I have a happy heart
There's still a tobacco pipe in my room
There's still a tobacco pipe in my room
Let's smoke there, oh let's smoke there,
I have the heart all at ease
At my friends table
I have a happy heart
I have a happy heart
Continuing with the kitchen party kind of theme: this is a very old and very catchy French folk song. I learned it from a recording by Marcel Bénéteau, who did a really nice a capella version. I've added a few chords and a little spoons to it…
Had a French teacher in high school who used to play a lot of French folk songs for us, and for me that was the very best part of the class! This song takes me back to that time.
I'll Tell Me Ma is a folk song in the Irish tradition. I recorded it with acoustic instruments, multiple vocal tracks, and spoons for the main percussion, to give it that kitchen party feel!
I did it in the key of C. Not exactly normal, but…
I'll Tell Me Ma is a folk song in the Irish tradition. I recorded it with acoustic instruments, multiple vocal tracks, and spoons for the main percussion, to give it that kitchen party feel!
I did it in the key of C. Not exactly normal, but…
I'll Tell Me Ma is a folk song in the Irish tradition. I recorded it with acoustic instruments, multiple vocal tracks, and spoons for the main percussion, to give it that kitchen party feel!
I did it in the key of C. Not exactly normal, but…
Another silly little tune, this time about the world's favourite stout! (Edit: uploaded a new version. Fixed a few mistakes.)
Lyrics:
When the sun is up high, in a bright blue sky
And you're walking around in Dublin town
You got nothing…
I'm glad you liked it! I've been to Ireland only once. Only had time to hang out in and around Dublin, but I did get to visit St. James's Gate and a few of the pubs. It'd be very cool to go back and see the country!
Another silly little tune, this time about the world's favourite stout! (Edit: uploaded a new version. Fixed a few mistakes.)
Lyrics:
When the sun is up high, in a bright blue sky
And you're walking around in Dublin town
You got nothing…
Love it! Traveled all around Ireland, hitting the pubs, listening to the local music and sipping on Guinness. One of my all time favorite trips
and now one of my all time favorite beverages! This song brought back that fun time, stoutly absorbing all that great music.
This song sets a breathless pace. It's about a girl who dances everyone else under the table.
Lyrics:
Dancing through the crowded room
A silver band in her hair
Weaving, whirling, on her toes
There's music in the air
A lover taps his…
A happy little tune about a long road trip my wife and I took this summer.
Lyrics:
Well we were young and we were free
And it was you and it was me
And we were out long after midnight
And the sun was shining all the night through…
This is one of my favourite traditional tunes, for sure. This one pairs well with my last upload, A Harp in the Night. Maybe the two will become a medley... anyway, enjoy!
Thanks, Greg!
Close: the lead is a mandolin. It has a fuller sound than normal because I recorded two tracks with a mandolin playing the same thing.
There's also guitar, bass, harp, pennywhistle, bongo, and bodhran in there.
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I've been missing in action for ages - apologies to all, I'm about to start listening again too.
For ages, I'd been considering a move away from my trusty Boss BR1600 on which I've recorded and mixed nearly everything…
This one makes me really happy. Soothing and a little snappy. Guitar, bass, lyre, bongo, bodhran (brush), vocals.
Lyrics:
Life is a roller coaster
Just turn on the toaster
I know you're up and down
Just make a happy sound
Flying a dragon…
Thanks, David!
Yeah I'm not Irish myself but I've always been a big fan of Celtic music. Been getting more into playing with those kinds of instruments lately.
HOME
(Am D) or (F C)
VERSE 1.
Where the (G) windmill sings to the mocking bird
And the (CM7) prairie wind, without a word
(Am) Whispers thru tall (D) grass, I’ll be (G) home
(F C G) or (Am D)
VERSE 2.
Where the butter cups and…
High in the mountains
Above the falls and fountains
In the rarified air
You know ill care
Just for you, just for you
In the blue fiords
Seeking no rewards
In the darkest caves
My loves across the waves
Just for you, just for you…
Can you hide in happiness
Can you disguise the sadness in your voice
Could you play only major chords
Can you hide in happiness
Choose a part of you to show
And no one around you can know
Just how deep the scars go
Can you hide in…
Noodling around with classical guitar and came up with a progression. It progressed (regressed?) from there.
Parts are as rough as a cob, but I kind of like it. And when all's said and done, that's about it, right? If the creator of something…
A great little collaboration with Greg Connor and Colleen Dillon.
Merry Christmas to Everyone ......
And a silly little video :
https://youtu.be/qQ30Ovn4Y5s
I like this song, and I've recorded it twice now, but I don't think either recording lives up to its potential. I've been in Covid lock down for nine months now so I might just be crazy. Who can tell?
I cut a little out of the original…
I like the theme music to the PBS/BBC mystery series Midsomer Murders with its use of a Theramin. So much so that it inspired me to purchase a Theramin and try my hand recording my version of it. The first thing I learned is, while the Theramin…
(Remastered 22/10/2021)
So I got me a new geetar the other week.
Named her Lala, obviously. Seemed kind of appropriate - she wears a faded gold dress and is full of chunes and mischiefs.
This is our first effort together. It was meant…
A simple little guitar/drum loop that is just an excuse to layer big fuzzy guitar parts in harmony. I added quite a bit of soup onto the harmonies too, and put some backward vocals... just for trippy fun.
The cleanish guitar is a Gibson ES…
Comments on Pat Bondy's stuff
Great harp, Pat. Will be looking forward to hearing more of this wonderful instrument!
Thanks, Wayne! Have you recorded your version? I'd love to hear it.
Great version! Always loved this song. I sing a musically quite different version, but I think I like your rendition better, Pat!
Thanks Wayne :) I'm really enjoying learning and playing traditional folk tunes lately.
Thanks :) I'm glad you guys liked it! This is probably one of the best recording sessions I've done to date.
Another excellent French folk song! For those who don't speak French, here is what Google translator yields: There's still a jug of white wine on the table There's still a jug of white wine on the table Let's drink there, oh let's drink there, I have the heart all at ease At my friends table I have a happy heart I have a happy heart There's still a tobacco pipe in my room There's still a tobacco pipe in my room Let's smoke there, oh let's smoke there, I have the heart all at ease At my friends table I have a happy heart I have a happy heart
Had a French teacher in high school who used to play a lot of French folk songs for us, and for me that was the very best part of the class! This song takes me back to that time.
Ohhhhhh! Loving this entirely!!!!
Made me want to take two shots, grab a blue eyed Irish girl by the arm and pull her onto the dance floor with me. I enjoyed it very much.
fantastic.
I'm glad you liked it! I've been to Ireland only once. Only had time to hang out in and around Dublin, but I did get to visit St. James's Gate and a few of the pubs. It'd be very cool to go back and see the country!
Love it! Traveled all around Ireland, hitting the pubs, listening to the local music and sipping on Guinness. One of my all time favorite trips and now one of my all time favorite beverages! This song brought back that fun time, stoutly absorbing all that great music.
Great song! Definitely gets me up and dancing!
Conjured up happy memories of the trip my wife and I took up the Alaska Highway many years ago, when we were young. It was our first trio together.
I like your style of playing. I play a little music with a friend who plays harp. It’s a beautiful instrument!
This is beautiful
Really peaceful… thanks for sharing this
Very nice!
Beautiful
Thanks, Greg! Close: the lead is a mandolin. It has a fuller sound than normal because I recorded two tracks with a mandolin playing the same thing. There's also guitar, bass, harp, pennywhistle, bongo, and bodhran in there.
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Good stuff, really crisp sound.
Thanks, David! Yeah I'm not Irish myself but I've always been a big fan of Celtic music. Been getting more into playing with those kinds of instruments lately.
mm this is fantastic :)
I like coming back to listen to this one in particular sometimes. Sweet tune!
A feeling-good kind of song!
Thanks for the feedback on those other tunes, Lane! I'm digging these too :) Keep it up
Thanks, James! I think I started playing this tune after watching a season of Justified. Kind of in the same ballpark as the show's theme song.
Dig it! And, I agree wholeheartedly :)
The lyrics and chords with that hanging G note throughout really get under your skin :) I had to turn it up and listen again.
Lovely track!
I like this song too!
Just lovely! Downloading and playing on repeat for a while...
This one tickles my brain! :)
Well that tune's some good fun! Sort of playful and not-quite-creepy.
Mm, nice version of this tune. Tantalizing vocals and percussion.
Lala sounds bright and lovely and a little mischievous... Your comments on tracks are always appreciated! And your tunes are super easy to enjoy :)
Yep, dig it!
Very cool. I think I'll download it and play on a loop for a little while...
Pretty cool track
Very pleasant :) back for another listen...