YOUR HOME TO LEARN & PRACTICE
IRISH TRADITIONAL MUSIC
ON FLUTE & TIN WHISTLE
Bodhrán-metronomes, drones, flute exercises and over one houndred tune-videos will enhance your confidence and joy at the sessions!
With these online lessons and intuitive teaching methods, I bring the confidence and knowledge to you, no matter where you are!
TUNES
Flute Videos
A constantly growing library that includes the most common session tunes and a bit more challenging tunes as well. Slow and steady videos for you to play along with and learn at your own pace.
Here is a sample tune from the library:
Maids of Mitchelstown - Reel Dm
Fiddle Videos
My friend and colleague Jennikel Andersson's fiddle videos are available here and they grow in number. Here she shows you the bowing technique as well as some tips & tricks for the fiddle.
Here is a sample tune:
Jerry's Beaver Hat - Jig D
Song Lyrics
Here you'll find a handy selection of lyrics to some of the most beloved songs that often grace the sessions.
TOOLS
Bodhrán Metronome
The tools are intuitive tools that provide a harmonious backdrop as you practice. The bodhrán will help you play on time and will guide you into to the correct rhythm.
Two samples of the jig and the reel metronome are here in 80 BPM.
In the premium version you will be able to play several drones and metronome at once in different volumes!
Drones
These 12 notes are useful for both your practice & your meditation. Helps you play in pitch. This will get you into a meditative state and give you relaxation as you practice.
These drones were made with flutes, fiddle, my voice, piano, accordion, organ, harmonica and other various instruments.
A living breathing drone that will keep you playing for hours!
Flute Exercises
Detailed, effective and engaging exercises! Tailored for Irish music on the flute and tin whistle! From basic to advanced exercises that focus on improving your tone, fingering, ornaments and various enhancements of your musicality.
This is a sample of exercise #5; "The Worm" which is a groundbreaking exercise for all Irish ornaments on the flute.
JON ANTONSSON
Hi! I'm a professional flute player & teacher as well as the creator of this website! My goal in life is to teach and inspire people to learn traditional music and play together!
I teach both Irish and Scandinavian traditional music on the traverse flute and tin whistle. This website will help you take your music to the next level!
My journey took me to the Academy of Music in Malmö, Sweden, and the University of Limerick in Ireland, where I immersed myself in the tunes and learned from the masters.
Now, I will pass on what I have learned to you who join Tunes & Tools!
Music
I'm also a music maker and I've recorded a couple of albums. Music is my passion and sometimes I must take a deep dive into the musical realm within me and create something.
Here is my rendition of the unbelievable beautiful traditional jig, 'The Rolling Wave'. One of my all time favorites!
Tunes & Tools Youtube
Explore, learn and get inspired from the regular content on the channel!
Here is my rendition of, 'Inisheer' (written by Thomas Peter Walsh). I filmed a lot of sessions at the trad festival in Ennis and I wanted to create an homage to the music of Ireland. My friend Anton Sandquist plays the button accordion in this recording.
This was a project I did when I studied Irish Music at the University of Limerick, Ireland. Together with Eilise Sullivan, we created a collaboration between Irish Traditional Music and Contemporary Dance. With my own arrangement and recording of these traditional tunes (Palmer's Gate / Jimmy's Return), Eilise improvised over the music.
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My own composition that I simply call, 'Meditation Jig'.
It's inspired by the monotone feeling you get when you repeat something over and over and you finally get a sense of joy within the endless repetition.
Next piece is made ENTIRELY on the wooden flute.
It's morning, the first sunlight of the day makes the dewdrops on the leaves of the trees shine. In the darkest depths of the forest lives the Big Stump Troll in her gigantic, ancient stump. She hears nature's alarm clock ringing outside. One bird after another. The troll wakes up confused from her dream. Yawning, she comes to life thanks to this commotion. Initially reluctant to start her day, she slowly gets up, moves towards the front door, sees the warmth from the sun through the round window on her door. Joy and zest for life begin to heal the troll from her drowsiness. Rested and ready to face a new day, she quickly opens the door! Outside, she feels the sun through the treetops and enjoys the warmth from the rays. With a deep breath of the fresh air, she sets out on new adventures. Along the way, she happily greets all the forest creatures. The troll disappears through the tall grass, and the continued sunlight makes the dewdrops fall from the leaves of all the trees.
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STUDENT REVIEWS
"Jon is my great role model in flute playing, which is why it is so fortunate that he gives lessons! He has a kind and encouraging way with his students that makes me feel comfortable asking anything at all! It has always been exciting to explore the answers together and get help with how to reach my goals. I have had Jon as a teacher in both individual flute lessons, group flute lessons, and tune learning for various instruments, and I have always been satisfied with these lessons. I highly recommend Jon as a teacher!"
Ingrid - Sweden
"Jon's lessons are decidedly better than I have had to date. I have had flute teachers in the past mostly coming from a classical background who struggled with the timber of the traditional Irish flute. Jon, however bring to me the insights on the wooden flute I have struggled to understand. Not only does he have the knowledge, he also is a person who can transmit it! In my experience these two qualities are not always linked. His earnest and engaging manner allows the lessons to flow with ease."
Dan - Canada
"I have had Jon as a teacher and expert in Irish folk music courses as well as in private lessons. Jon is, of course, knowledgeable and skilled in most of the instruments within folk music. His very pleasant demeanor has made the lessons easier to absorb. He is going to be, or already is, a great resource in folk music in the future. All recommendations to Jon moving forward!"
Bosse - Sweden
PRIVATE FLUTE LESSON
CONTACT JON
My lessons are aimed at those who want to start playing the flute, as well as those who have been playing for a while and want to learn Irish traditional music or just wants a boost to get inspired.
I have many exercises and a talent for identifying what is needed for your playing to progress. I show the way and provide you with necessary exercises to take the next step forward.
Contact me and tell me what you want to learn on the flute.
We will find a day and time that works for you!
Price / lesson:
Non-Members: $55
Premium Members: $49
First lesson is always half-price!
10-lesson-package price:
Non-Members: $495
Premium Members: $399
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