“The Humours of Slip Jig” is a slip jig very much associated with Donegal music. I learned it from accordion player Dermot Byrne, who is now based in Clare.
X:1
T:Humours of Whiskey (The)
R:Slip Jig
M:9/8
K:Edor
|:G2A Bee Bee|GFG BGB AFD|G2A Bee Bee|dcd A2G FED:|
|d2e fdf ecA|dcd fdf gfe|d2e fdf ecA|Bcd A2G FED|
d2e fdf ecA|dcd fdf gfe|d2e fga ecA|Bcd A2G FED||
This is a reel I learned from the old LP “The Russell Family”, featuring Micho, Packie & Gussie Russell. This particular tune is played on the recording by Micho and Gussie, both on tin whistle. I haven’t heard it in session that much, but it’s a nice tune nonetheless.
“Jim Coleman’s Hornpipe” is named after Michael Coleman’s brother who was, as far as I know, a flute player. I heard this tune played by the great banjo player from Doolin, Kevin Griffin, during a session at Gus O’Connor’s Pub. However, I actually learned it later John Wynne’s album “With Every Breath”.
“Have a Drink with Me” is a common session tune which I learned through various sessions. I associate this tune with Mary MacNamara though, who recorded it on her album “Traditional Music from East Clare”.
