We specialise in
Accordions, Amps, Autoharps, Bagpipes, Banjos, Basses, Bodhrans, Bongos, Bouzoukis, Cajons, Citterns, Clarinets, Concertinas, Darabukas, Dulcimers, Drum Kits, Erhus, Flutes, Fiddles, Glockenspiels, Guitars, Harmonicas, Harps, Harmoniums, Indian Drums, Jaws Harps, Keyboards, Kalimbas, Lutes, Mandolins, Melodeons, Northumbrian Pipes, Ocarinas, Piccolos, Psalteries, Quenas, Recorders, Saxophones, Shawms, Strumsticks, Sitars, Tambourines, Thumb Pianos, Ukuleles, Udus, Uds, Violas, Vihuelas, Whistles, Xylophones, Xaphoons, Yang Qins, Zithers
.. and many more instruments, accessories and books for them, lessons, repairs and more.
- To give beginners a chance to take up a folk instrument, as well as to provide the best for those who already play.
- To encourage people to discover and enjoy their own musical heritage & all types of folk music now played in these islands.
- To help keep music live, by making real acoustic instruments widely available at affordable prices, and sponsoring live events.
- To encourage people to make music themselves, by taking up a musical instrument. You are never too young or too old to start!
Woodwind Sales & Repairs
Come and visit us to see our wide range of new and 2nd hand Woodwind instruments. New brands such as Yamaha, Valentino and Jupiter alongside a range of used instruments from the likes of Buffet, ...read the full story
Come and visit us to see our wide range of new and 2nd hand Woodwind instruments. New brands such as Yamaha, Valentino and Jupiter alongside a range of used instruments from the likes of Buffet, ...read the full story
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Definition: Single-headed frame drum of Ireland; membrane, of animal skin, usually nailed to frame; hand-held using criss-cross system of cord, wire or sticks over open end.
Introduction: The Bodhran (or more accurately Bodhrán) is the traditional Irish Drum. Made from a round wooden frame, with an animal skin stretched over it. The bodhrán (pronounced bow-rahn) is the heartbeat of Irish traditional music, and is a hugely popular choice with our customers. Capable of surprisingly complicated rhythms, when played well it can really lift the music. You don't need to be able to read...
Read our Bodhrans FAQ Page or go to the Hobgoblin Instrument Info and FAQ Menu.
BODHRáN
Definition: Single-headed frame drum of Ireland; membrane, of animal skin, usually nailed to frame; hand-held using criss-cross system of cord, wire or sticks over open end.
Introduction: The Bodhran (or more accurately Bodhrán) is the traditional Irish Drum. Made from a round wooden frame, with an animal skin stretched over it. The bodhrán (pronounced bow-rahn) is the heartbeat of Irish traditional music, and is a hugely popular choice with our customers. Capable of surprisingly complicated rhythms, when played well it can really lift the music. You don't need to be able to read...
Read our Bodhrans FAQ Page or go to the Hobgoblin Instrument Info and FAQ Menu.
