Marimba Mojo Publications
Jig! Irish Music for barred Percussion ensemble
Grades 4-8
It's more than a wee bit o' fun! This toe-tapping collection of ten Irish tunes arranged for barred percussion ensembles will bring a smile to your students' faces and a bit o' cultural flair to your classrooms or stage! Performance tracks and reproducible lead sheets for each piece are available on the included CD.
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Denis MurphyThis Polka goes by many names. Here are a few: Charley O' Leary's Favourite, Sweeney's, Casey's, and Teehan's. This Polka can be played by most of your upper elementary students as written or easily modified to work for less experienced students.
- Rob Roy MacGregor
This tune is considered a "strathspey" which is a dance form that is similiar to the hornpipe. This style is associated with Scottich dance and song. Its "Scotch snap" rhythmic figure and swinging eighth notes make this tune unique and very enjoyable to listen to and play.
- Butterfly
This tune is a Slip Jig meaning it is a jig in 3/4 time (or 9/8). It has a lovely melody and lilt. At a slow tempo it could be considered a ballad. The use of recorder is very effective for playing the melody of this tune, if desired.
- Smash The Windows
This is a delightful jig. I don't know who named it, but don't be fooled by the title; there is nothing angry or destructive sounding in the piece. I've heard Mac users favor this tune.
- The Rights Of Man
Also known as "Bedlam Boys," this well-known hornpipe is considered a true classic. This tune is arranged as a great choice for a variety of ages and levels. A hornpipe is a type of dance. The term can also be used in reference to an instrument like the bagpipe.
- Rocky Road To Dublin
Many fine renditions of this slip jig have been recorded. The High Kings are exceptional in their vocal performance of it. While this mallet arrangement is easily attained by most students it is very impressive sounding when performed.
- The Sailor's Wife
This tune is another popular jig among session players. It is also suited for a variety of ages and levels. In contrast to the challenging melody, the accompaniment patterns are quite simple.
- The Lads Of Duns
The mallet arrangement of this jig follows the rendition by Fraser and Haas, two exceptional performers of Irish music. It is probably best-suited for upper grades or select mallet ensembles. However, the A section is quite approachable.
- Frank's Reel
This is a delightful reel, but quite challenging for your melody players. Traditional in its style, this is a modern tune written by John McCusker, who graciously gave us permission to use it in this collection.
- Drowsy Maggie
There is nothing "drowsy" about this great Irish Reel. Included in this arrangement is a full blown introduction and Coda. It has a finale feel to it, so use it in a big way, if you so desire.