Tony Dixon DX006D Traditional Alloy High D Whistle
I bought my first Tony Dixon whistle in Galway, Ireland. It is the finest whistle I've owned. Somehow, this one is priced less than I paid buying it in Ireland.
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A practical collection of instruments and learning resources that work well alongside Sharp Start Music books.
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Tin Whistle
Irish Tin Whistle is welcome at any Irish Session. It is easy to learn and will provide years of enjoyment.
Instruments
Jerry Freeman Tweaked Key of D Mellow Dog Tin Penny Whistle Irish
This is a stock Mellow Dog whistle that has been 'tweaked', meaning that it has been tested and tuned by a professional.
Walton's Irish Tin Whistle in Key of D
Walton's is a famous Irish Music Manufacturer.
Soundery Irish Tin Whistle - Key of D
Sondery Irish Tin Whistle Key of D Made from Brass A Bright Brass Wind Type Sound Penny Whistle
Clarke Sweetone Tinwhistle in D - BLACK Pennywhistle with Soft Black Cloth Whistle Pouch
This is a medium quality instrument. Very playable and requires less breath than most whistles.
Feadóg Irish Tin Whistle in Key of D for Beginners
This is a nice inexpensive option that has a nice sound. Faedóg is how you say whistle in Irish. It comes with a booklet and fingering chart.
Sondery Irish Tin Whistle - Plastic - Key of D
It is made of black plastic so it won't tarnish like metal whistles.
Feadog Brass D Tin Penny Irish Whistle In Green
In case you'd like a green one.
Rayzm Tin Whistle/Irish Whistle, D-Key
This one is made of aluminum painted black. It comes with a clip-on thumb rest.
Unbranded Black Tin Whistle in key of D
I haven't tried this one yet, but it is inexpensive and probably a suitable beginner's instrument.
Books
110 Ireland's Best Tin Whistle Tunes Volume 1 | Traditional Irish Songbook with Guitar Chords
Comes with a CD inside the front cover
Recommended resources
Irish Banjo
The Irish Banjo has been very popular in sessions since the 1970's. It is a fun instrument to learn.
Instruments
Goldtone IT-19 Irish Tenor Banjo w/Bag - without resonator
Maple Neck and finished wood, Ebony Head. Nice professional grade instrument.
Gold Tone CC-Irish Tenor Cripple Creek Tenor Banjo (Four String, Maple) - With resonator and arm rest.
Natural bright maple finish. Professional grade instrument.
Gold Tone AC-4 Acoustic Composite Irish Tenor 4-String Banjo - without resonator
This is a classic 19 fret Irish Banjo
Gozila - 4 String Banjo Solid Back with beginner Kit Remo Head Coated Top Sapele Body Material
This is an asian import, but very inexpensive and I've often had good experiences with these cheaper imports. Make sure to give it a good work-out and return it if you find that it doesn't meet your expectations. That is the beauty of Amazon.
Books
Absolute Beginners - Irish Tenor Banjo - Eamonn Coyne
A fun instruction book with nice tunes. The author is a professional player. Recordings are available for free download to play along. I own this one and enjoyed playing through it.
Accessories
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Mandolin
The mandolin is tuned exactly like the fiddle and can play the same tunes.