Jonathan's Pennywhistle Guide

History

In the early nineteenth century, the pennywhistle gained popularity, largely due to its low cost and portability. This enabled the street player to busk with an instrument that could pay for itself within a single day.

Information

• Chiff & Fipple is an excellent source of info on the whistle and the low whistle.
• Ceolas
• The Whistle Page
• Sessioneer - seemingly exhaustive guide with lessons
• Phil Brown's Bigwhistle Site covering his performance and low whistles

Pennywhistle Makers and Vendors

• The Clarke Tinwhistle Co. U.K.
• Hobgoblin U.S.A.

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