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Experience and philosophy

I learned to play from observing the best players around! I collected books and videos and evolved my own style. As a rhythm guitar player, I have always been very conscientious about following the lead singers/players, a skill that is essential with all accompaniment.
Having attended sessions in Ireland, Scotland and the US, I learned the proper place for the bodhrán player in every circumstance: you are there to enhance the music, not overpower, push the speed nor interfere.
You need to understand and interpret time signatures, the architecture of the music (AA/BB/CC or ABC/ABC etc.) to end on time, watch lead players for signals to change or stop, play standing up or sitting down, and so much more!
AND you must do so without injuring yourself
I currently play a wonderful bodhrán made by the late master, Charlie Byrne

Career:

Perform professionally with internationally-touring band IONA since 1986
Have taught bodhrán privately since 1995
Leader of workshops offered through the Virginia Commission for the Arts Touring Program since 1996
Leader of workshops at festivals nationwide