Irish Sessions

The Foot Tapping In An Irish Session
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Drew from Lilty

The Art of the Tap: A Guide to Foot Tapping in Irish Sessions

Ah, Irish music sessions. Those magical gatherings where the pints flow, the fiddles fly, and the banter—well, the banter’s usually as sharp as a bodhrán player’s rimshot. But there’s one thing that unites musicians and listeners alike, a silent yet rhythmic participant that never misses a beat: the humble foot

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Do You Need an Invitation to Join an Irish Session
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Drew from Lilty

Do You Need an Invitation to Join an Irish Session?

Ah, the Irish session. A magical, often boisterous gathering where jigs and reels flow as freely as the Guinness, and the air buzzes with the kind of energy that makes you want to clap your hands, tap your feet, or, if you’re brave enough, whip out your instrument and join

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What Does Hup! Really Mean in an Irish Session
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Drew from Lilty

What Does “Hup!” Really Mean in an Irish Session?

If you’ve ever wandered into an Irish music session, you’ve likely been mesmerized by the lively reels, jigs, and hornpipes flying around the room. And then, right in the middle of it all, someone shouts, “Hup!” You pause. Did they just drop their pint? Was it some secret Irish code?

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10 Classic Irish Session Songs You Need to Know
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Drew from Lilty

10 Classic Irish Session Songs You Need to Know

If you’ve ever found yourself in a cozy Irish pub, tapping your feet to the lively rhythms of a fiddle or guitar, chances are you’ve experienced the magic of an Irish music session. These gatherings are filled with traditional tunes passed down through generations, creating an atmosphere of warmth, camaraderie,

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