Bodhran Lessons Near Me
Bodhran History
The Bodhran is an Irish gift beloved for centuries. However, its star began to rise during traditional sessions thanks to Sean O Riada’s work as one of its masters. Now ubiquitous at traditional sessions around the globe and an integral component of Irish folk music around the globe – not to mention an important musical tool across a variety of genres and regions – its popularity continues to soar today.
A bodhran is a goatskin-covered drum with two separate heads: one flat, and one curved; its curved head has an opening for players’ hands to control its pitch; traditionalists traditionally use a stick called a cipin to play it while some prefer using their bare hands instead. Goat skins are commonly used, although other materials such as calf, deer, greyhound and kangaroo skins may also be found.
