THIS IS HOW I TEACH YOU THE TUNES
1. Faster Tempo
A-Part
Audio Loops
B-Part
Whole Tune
2. Slower Tempo
A-Part
Audio Loops
B-Part
Whole Tune
3. Details & Ornaments
To the left, is a sample tune from the library. The Legacy Jig.
Video 1: I play the tune at a faster tempo for you to listen to and get a sense of how the tune goes.
Video 2: Here, it’s presented at a slower tempo for you to play along with.
Video 3: I show all the details and ornaments, as well as how you can practice them separately and implement them into the tune.
Next to the videos are audio loops where you can practice parts of the tune or the whole tune, over and over until you get it!
Go back and forth between these resources until you've learned the tune by heart. Links to the sheet music are available, all beautifully notated and gathered by my fellow flutist, Henrik Norbeck.
This is a constantly growing library that includes the best and "must-know" session tunes, as well as several more challenging pieces.
All of these come with slow and steady videos for you to play along with and learn at your own pace.
THESE ARE THE TOOLS AND HOW THEY WORK
Bodhrán Metronome & Drones
These are the intuitive teaching methods mentioned above, and they will provide a harmonious backdrop as you practice. The Bodhrán metronome will help you play in time and get you into the rhythm of the jigs, reels, and slip jigs.
The drones will help you play in pitch. They will also get you into a meditative state, providing relaxation as you practice, making it easier and more fun to repeat your practice!
I created these drones using flutes, fiddle, my voice, piano, accordion, organ, harmonica, and other various instruments.
Go ahead and turn on both drones and the metronome! Let them play in the background as you continue browsing Tunes & Tools!
Sample Tools
Reel 80
Drones (1st & 5th note in the key of the tune)
The Metrodrone!
Here is a preview image of the "Metrodrone" that is available in your premium account. Here, you can turn on as many drones as you want at different volumes and activate the bodhrán-metronome at any BPM you prefer!
(Note: These usually work better on a laptop than on a smartphone. It may also depend on which web browser you are using. Try different devices if there's a problem.)
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METRONOME VOLUME:
Flute Exercises
Detailed, effective, and engaging exercises tailored specifically for Irish music on the flute and tin whistle! These exercises range from basic to advanced and focus on improving your tone and ornaments, as well as enhancing your overall musicality.
Here’s an example of Exercise #5, "The Worm", a groundbreaking exercise designed to master all Irish ornaments on the flute.
With a free account, you’ll gain access to the first five exercises, along with a guided text and detailed explanation of the sample exercise provided here.
Sample Exercise - "The Worm"
THIS IS JON ANTONSSON
Hello! I'm a professional flute player and teacher. I'm from Blekinge, Sweden. My goal is to teach and inspire people to learn traditional music and play together!
I hold a bachelor's degree in music from the Academy of Music in Malmö, Sweden, and the University of Limerick in Ireland, where I immersed myself in traditional tunes and learned from the masters.
I’ve also built and lived in my own Mongolian yurt, together with my cat, Mr. Scribbles!
Music I've Created
I've recorded a couple of albums. Here’s my rendition of the beautiful traditional jig, "The Rolling Wave," one of my all-time favorites! I play all instruments.
My composition, "Meditation Jig," is inspired by the joy and stillness found in endless repetition. I play all instruments.
Every sound in this piece is from the wooden flute!
As morning light glistens on dewdrops, the Big Stump Ogre awakens to birdsong. Drawn to the sun’s warmth, she steps outside, greets the forest creatures, and disappears into the tall grass.
Bandcamp & Spotify
You can purchase individual drones, bodhrán metronomes, and tunes, along with all the other music I’ve created, on Bandcamp.
And you can listen to all music I’ve created as well as some of the tunes, on Spotify.
BOOK A PRIVATE FLUTE LESSON
I would love to have contact and lessons with you!
My lessons are designed for both beginners who want to start playing the flute and those who have been playing for a while and wish to learn Irish traditional music, or simply need a boost to get inspired.
I offer a variety of exercises and have a keen ability to identify what’s needed to help you progress. I’ll guide you and provide the necessary exercises to take the next step forward.
Contact me and let me know what you’d like to learn on the flute. We’ll find a day and time that works for you!
Prices
Price / lesson:
Non-Members: $55
Premium Members: $49
First lesson is always half-price!
10-lesson-package price:
Non-Members: $495
Premium Members: $449
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
Ingrid Mobacke - Sweden
"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!"
Dan O'Conell - Canada
"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."
Bosse Andersson - Sweden
"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!"
TUNES & TOOLS YOUTUBE
Contemporary Dance in collaboration with Irish tunes.
Recorded in University of Limerick. I play all instruments.
Here's my version of the beautifull tune Inisheer, (written by Tomas Walsh). Filmed by me in Ennis and Cliffs of Moher.
Comments
"Your tutorials are amazing! Such a treasure to see the detail."
"You have the best drones on Youtube! Thank you for the effort."
"I love this tune, have half-heartedly tried to learn it before - i didn't understand what's going on, this video helped me learn it in ten minutes! thank you!"
"Right now while playing my harmonica, I reached a level of relaxation and understanding that I had never achieved before, such a deep relaxation and connection with the music that I can't describe with words, just tears of happiness and detachment, thank you so much for helping me through this experience which is certainly a turning point in my relationship with music, with my instrument and with life!"
"Your playing slow is so good I can play with my mandolin, every note is clear and precise. Thank you."
"This is such a fun tune to play. I've been messing with it for a while now but whenever I hear a different person play new ideas come to mind. Awesome work!"
"Thank you so much for all these tracks at different speed ..It will be very handful to play with ..It is such a good help!!!"
"This is perfect for practicing scales, I begin to figure out how they are related."
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THIS SITE IS RIGHT FOR YOU IF...
You are playing the flute and want to learn Irish music and how to play it properly.
You are a beginner flute / tin whistle player who wants to learn the basics and get started in the right path.
You play other instruments and want to learn Irish music.
You seek more comprehensive and straightforward guidance beyond just watching YouTube videos.
You're tired of not getting anywhere in your flute progress and want to learn at your own level.
You are ready to start practicing but are unsure on how to do that step-by-step.
YOU WILL LEARN...
Tunes
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Lots of tunes
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How to play in a traditional style
Techniques
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Articulations
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Rhythms
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How and when to breathe
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Phrasing
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Scales
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Chromatics
Ornaments
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Cuts
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Slides
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Rolls
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Cranns
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Grace notes
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Vibrato etc.
Practice & Make Music
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Practice in a more fun and intuitive way
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Become more confident at the sessions
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