The concertina is a reed-type instrument having horns and rows of buttons on either end. It was pioneered separately in England and Germany almost simultaneously. Unlike the Anglo Concertina, the English style of the concertina was originated by Charles Wheatstone around 1830. On the other hand, the German version was pioneers a few years later by Carl Friedrich Uhlig. At present, the instrument was prevalent in numerous countries such as South Africa, Ireland, and England, mainly as a staple to various forms of music engaged in ballroom and classical dances. At the turn of the century, the German concertina gained a huge following among the masses as being associated with various dances, while the other version was more popularised by the upper class.
One should consider the following steps in playing the concertina:
An Appreciation of Country Music
Every person must know the following
- What is country music?
- What are the features of country music?
- Are all country music similar in sound?
People tend to enjoy various kinds of music. Some may appreciate rhythmic music that lets people dance to every beat. Some may prefer loud and metal type. Others are inclined with hip-hop and rap songs.
Getting to Know the Folk Instruments of Ireland
In the field of folk music in Ireland, the accordion and concertina resemble as the most vital musical instruments since their appearance in the late 1800s. Many Irish musicians have developed their craft through these two distinct instruments, especially the accordion which has two rows of buttons that come along with it. Also popular in certain Irish parts is the melodeon – a ten-key instrument – which is specially played in the Connemara area.
Why You Should Attend a Music Expo
It is best to attend an annual music gathering or exposition every once in a while, and get immersed in the musical culture of the locality.
In particular, Dublin in Ireland celebrates a music expo annually – usually every late winter – to showcase Irish folk music. This music is heard around the place, resonating through century-old pillars, rebounding across the high walls within the best gathering places that Dublin has to offer to the visitors.
The said music expo is better known as the TradFest, a myriad of musical activities free for everybody across all ages, propagating the rich musical culture of Ireland.
Below are pointers as to why you should attend a great musical exposition such as the TradFest as an immersion of a wholesome musical experience:
1. THE PLACE ITSELF
For a music expo to be very memorable, it needs to be situated in an unforgettable location. For instance, TradFest boasts a unique Irish culture every year. Known for the occupation of the Vikings during the Middle Ages, expect the location to be filled with ornate decorations during the medieval times, as if you were transported in time centuries ago.
It is best for a music expo to adapt to the culture within the locality. If a certain location is renowned for its bars and one-of-a-kind visual exhibitions, music expo may revolve its theme around it. Eventually, that festival can feature a lot of attractions ranging from free bar events, artistic experiences, exclusive movie screenings, and the like.