tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015Fri, 01 Nov 2024 08:48:32 +0000charles byrnespecial offersirelandchristmasmusicrecession saversdublinirish musicmusical instrumentbodhránsmusic giftsnoveltiesviolinsirishchristmas specialscompetitioninstrumentirish traditional musicbanjoconcertfacebooktraditional musicukulelescellosgiftssalestocking fillersabsolute musicbeat recessionbookscasesfiver fridayguitarsirish blogslive gigsstringsviolinxmasbodhransbrunswickcdschoirclassicalclassical guitarinterviewjanuarylivelinemandolinnotebooksBeat the recessionHofnerSteel string guitarsaccessoriesbargainsboneschildrencommunity noticeboarddiscountsdjembeexhibitionfolkjoe duffylow Dlow whistlemusic bookssalesshoulder restsstringed instrumentstudentAccentsNew violinsacoustic guitaraluminum whistlebbcbidbowsbudget bluescello casescello stringscelticceltic womanclassical musicconcert ukulelecoversdeeringdouglas hydedrivetimeelectric acoustic guitareverestfestivalsfomfugatog banjogift voucherglockenspielguitar covershandmadehappy new yearintermediateirish balladskalakoralalanikaimalachy kearnsmichael vignolesmusic casesnational concert hallnewnew instrumentsnotice boardorchestrapatrick's daypresentsrebel songsrteshoppingsingingstudent outfitstin whistlestony dixontunabletvunique to dublinviola shoulder restviolins outfitsvoucherswebsiteworkshop18th century2012BrazilCraviolaDITDYODramaDublin Soul FestivalDublin. 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Stringed Instruments, Bodhráns, Traditional music and more....plus a place for us to indulge our love of beautiful old instruments!http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Blogger196125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-384353900248642311Tue, 08 Sep 2020 14:52:00 +00002020-09-08T14:52:33.473+00:00&nbsp;Check our new page&nbsp;We have many years of experience in supplying in bulk to schools, music groups, workshops and resource groups: ukuleles, recorders, tin whistles, violins and more.Whether you're starting up, switching over or adding to your music department, you can trust us for stringed instruments and accessories at extremely competitive prices!http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2020/09/bulk-rates-for-school-musicgroup.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-619158701709321238Sat, 27 Jul 2019 13:17:00 +00002019-07-27T13:17:50.720+00:00cellostrade in policyviolasviolins Due to the popularity of our trade in service and because we are constantly asked to consider instruments outside the range of our trade in policy we have decided to expand our terms for 2019! Our current trade in policy for Violins Violas and Cellos allows for any instrument bought from us to be traded in, if kept in good condition: the trade in rate is a flat rate of up to half the http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2019/07/tradeinpolicy-update-for-violins-violas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)021-22 Stephen Street Lower, Dublin 2, Ireland53.341341 -6.265145999999958833.676685 -47.573739999999958 73.005997000000008 35.043448000000041tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-4311535121552507030Thu, 06 Dec 2018 13:30:00 +00002018-12-06T13:30:29.614+00:00http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2018/12/xmas-evening-uke-event-2018our.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-6977894485788917395Sat, 24 Nov 2018 15:21:00 +00002018-11-24T15:21:57.451+00:00 We believe our musicians are unique - Individual, Quirky, and Creative. So to celebrate you this festive season 2018,&nbsp; we have a €150 gift card for Ticketmaster Ireland to give away. To enter just email us a video of you or your group playing your favourite instrument(s), and your favourite music in a quirky, funny, unique or personally meaningful place.&nbsp; Include a short explanationhttp://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2018/11/xmas-comp-win-ticketmaster-gift-card.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-8602938639356337386Thu, 11 Oct 2018 15:25:00 +00002018-10-11T15:25:06.798+00:00 New Violins, New Ukuleles, New Flutes...exciting new products&nbsp; ...coming soon, end October/early November&nbsp; VIOLINS From German makers GEWA we have two new ranges. Gewa Instruments are famous for being high quality, innovative and affordable. We have two models coming soon - the Gewa Aspirante Student Outfit "Venezia"&nbsp; €295 and the handmade German made Model Berlin in Antiquedhttp://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2018/10/coming-soon-new-products-and-news.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-3864369546623925910Wed, 29 Nov 2017 14:47:00 +00002017-11-29T14:49:02.057+00:00celticceltic womanhandmadeNew violinspragueromanianviolins outfitsworkshop Free lunchtime Workshop Dec 4th 1-3 pm We are delighted to announce a special FREE LUNCHTIME in store workshop on Monday Dec 4th, 1 to 3 pm, with renowned violinist Máiréad Nesbitt,&nbsp; to launch the range of Celtic Series Violins. in store at CHARLES BYRNE MUSIC&nbsp; 21-22 Lr Stephen St. Dublin 2, D02 KF57, Ireland sales@charlesbyrne.com&nbsp; Máiréad Nesbitt joins us for a http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2017/11/free-lunchtime-workshop-dec-4th-1-3-pm.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)021-22 Stephen Street Lower, Dublin 2, Ireland53.341341 -6.265145999999958833.676671 -47.573739999999958 73.006011 35.043448000000041tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-4065275675253222276Thu, 23 Nov 2017 13:45:00 +00002017-11-23T13:45:38.821+00:00 STICKER SHEET €3.50, 4 DESIGNS AVAILABLE&nbsp; Lots of Music Themed Gifts....Xmas is coming and while we all enjoy the fun of giving and receiving presents, often the stress of trying to find something thoughtful, age appropriate, pocket friendly and unique feels like a grey- haired Wizard just interrupted our second breakfast to drop off a dangerous ring,&nbsp;and a travel itinerary.&nbsp;Ashttp://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2017/11/christmas-xmas-ideas-music-gifts.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-1185196846409048326Thu, 09 Nov 2017 12:12:00 +00002017-11-09T12:12:42.806+00:00celtic womanclassical musicHiberniairish traditional musicmairead nesbittmusicThe Devils Sessionsviolinworkshop We are delighted to announce a special FREE private&nbsp;lunchtime in store workshop on Monday Dec 4th, 1 to 3 pm, with renowned violinist Máiréad Nesbitt, to launch her range of Celtic Series Violins.Fresh from playing Carnegie Hall, Máiréad will be on hand to demonstrate and discuss this exciting new range, and it’s a unique chance for any interested student or player. We have 3 lovely http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2017/11/free-lunchtime-workshop-with-mairead.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-6706516088892831550Wed, 09 Aug 2017 13:41:00 +00002017-08-09T13:41:46.292+00:00brunswickfestivalFreshmankalaKodaKohalalanikaiLeolanimakalaPono.ukulele hooleyukuleles August 27th Dun Laoghaire, the greatest festival of Ukuleles you;ll ever need !! Delighted to be returning for our 3rd year selling our range of ukes, from entry level to professional and some really special ones to showcase.Sign up to our newsletter to get &nbsp;a sneak peak of the new stock and next week, &nbsp;a full copy of the FESTIVAL ONLY prices - incredible value to be had.Newsletterhttp://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2017/08/catch-us-at-ukulele-hooley-dublin.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-3485811022197593564Thu, 17 Nov 2016 12:43:00 +00002016-11-17T12:43:01.869+00:00giftsinstrumentmusic giftsnoveltiesstocking fillersxmas Now available online as a PDF file, 12 pages of music themed novelties, gifts, stocking-fillers and more plus our Xmas 2016 Banjo, Mandolin, Bouzouki, Mandola and Ukulele deals!&nbsp; Novelties include ideal stocking fillers, like pencils from .95 and badges from €4.95, Kris Kindle ideas including mugs and ties, and presents for the musician you love like handmade unique music carriers http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2016/11/xmas-2016-catalogue-now-available.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-276247657107557754Fri, 28 Oct 2016 13:04:00 +00002016-10-28T13:04:06.861+00:00concert ukulelelanikaispecial offersukuleles We are delighted to have a limited stock of the Lanikai Thinline Concert Uke with TunaUke Technology * What Lanikai says:&nbsp; Traditional Solid Spruce tone meets Lanikai’s Intonation Innovation in our new Spruce Series TunaUkes! TunaUke Technology’s compensated nut and movable saddles improve intonation up to 90%, while Spruce and Mahogany construction ensure your uke plays, sounds, http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2016/10/lanikai-legacy-thinline-concert-ukulele.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)021 Stephen Street Lower, Dublin 2, Ireland53.3413374 -6.264817600000014953.2654949 -6.4261791000000148 53.4171799 -6.1034561000000149tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-4976990975222216357Sat, 25 Jun 2016 15:53:00 +00002016-06-25T15:53:51.042+00:00 ANNUAL LEAVE: We will be shut from July 2nd to 18th inclusive! If you need anything before then...we will be open Tuesday 28th to Friday 1st July.&nbsp; Postal and Online Orders can be processed up to 12pm on Friday 1st July Express Post in Ireland only: we can offer express post, An Post guaranteed next business day delivery, until 12 pm Friday 1st July. Please see An Post's rates and http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2016/06/summer-holidays.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-4270026872055930025Wed, 25 May 2016 11:45:00 +00002016-05-25T11:45:36.094+00:00 IT'S ALMOST TIME! Our Summer Sale 2016 is coming.....JUNE 7th to 18th inc. &nbsp;Full 10% discount on ALL STOCK&nbsp; from violins to bows to strings to cases...small or big! Brands include Hofner, Thomastik, Pallini, Cadenza, Bon Novice, Dorrfler, Gewa, TGI, Barnes and Mullins, and many many more. All stock including new arrivals included in the discount.&nbsp; To inquire in http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2016/05/summer-sale-2016-sale-music-instruments.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-4524736989299452988Wed, 25 May 2016 11:35:00 +00002016-05-25T11:35:23.253+00:00 UKULELE EVENING PRESALE EVENT We would like to cordially invite our Ukulele loving customers to a special Evening pre sale event! Before our official Summer Sale 2016, come along on Thursday 2nd June 6-8pm and enjoy some refreshments, and a 15% discount on all ukuleles and accessories. Attendance ensures entry into a raffle for a special prize :)&nbsp;PLACES ARE FREE AND BY PREBOOKING ONLYhttp://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2016/05/ukulele-evening-presale-event.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-7766278408320293394Fri, 01 Apr 2016 11:34:00 +00002016-04-01T11:34:22.778+00:00concertconcert ukulelekalasolid mahoganyspecial offersukuleles http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2016/04/kala-ka-smhc-mahogany-ukulele-only-235.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-6478598376447858841Sat, 05 Mar 2016 16:51:00 +00002016-03-05T16:51:27.624+00:00 Solid Spruce Top, Koa back and sides, ADGCEA tuning only, Tenor sizehttp://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2016/03/kala-guitalele-ukulele-back-in-stock.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-7865197118304198037Fri, 04 Mar 2016 11:19:00 +00002016-03-04T11:19:44.643+00:00 NEW IN Louvain Violin 4/4 in antiqued finish, solid pine top €695http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2016/03/new-violin-44-louvain-finished-by-hand.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-8522471777518610508Sat, 06 Feb 2016 14:13:00 +00002016-02-06T14:13:22.818+00:00cufflinksdiscountsgiftslovemusicnoveltiessalesspecial offerstiesvalentines day Let's celebrate the unique connection between love and music! Valentine's Day special offers in our gift section include: Scented Candles €9 (were €9.95)All our Jewellery range from brooches to pendants to cufflinks 15% OffAll chocolates €4.95Mugs from €5, all mugs reducedGift sets reduced to €15Ties&nbsp;music designs - €8Cufflinks&nbsp;huge variety of designs 15% off!PLUS Not sure what to gethttp://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2016/02/valentine-specials-if-music-be-food-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-4142607928164127703Thu, 26 Nov 2015 14:28:00 +00002015-11-26T14:30:19.039+00:00 CHRISTMAS 2015 GIFT CATALOGUE ALL GIFTS AVAILABLE IN OUR XMAS SHOP Stocking fillers and Gifts under €5 ¨&nbsp;Phone charms in a variety of instruments €4.95&nbsp; ¨&nbsp;Ceolnet plectrums Celtic and Irish designs&nbsp; .60c or 5 for €2.80 gift pack ¨&nbsp;Mugs with lids—variety of designs €4.95 boxed ¨&nbsp;Treble Clef Pencils €2.95 ¨&nbsp;Treble Clef straws €1.95 http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2015/11/christmas-gifts-for-2015.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-5365047347549921726Thu, 13 Aug 2015 10:48:00 +00002020-05-26T14:55:42.364+00:00Something we hear a lot is "Um, I have a question, it's probably really stupid..." or "I'm embarrassed to be asking, obviously I should know this...." It's a cliché but....there really IS no such thing as a stupid question. Well, ok, The people who came in asking us if we repaired washing machines or the woman who became very irate when I wouldn't re-heel her shoe came dangerously close. But if http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2015/08/um-i-have-stupid-questionnoquestionisst.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-3570099381928034861Fri, 31 Jul 2015 11:10:00 +00002015-07-31T11:10:29.483+00:00 A bow is another of those frequently overlooked elements when starting a stringed instrument, something that we take for granted because our outfit came including one and something we feel vaguely will "do" til we get better at playing. And this is largely true - most well made, decently priced outfits will come with good, student bows and they do exactly what is needed to begin learning. http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2015/07/choosing-bow-violin-cello-viola-bows.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-1139099579489555243Wed, 22 Jul 2015 15:17:00 +00002020-05-27T16:57:59.932+00:00bowscellosmusicmusical instrumentresinstringsviolaviolins It's the little box of glossy stuff they stick in with any bowed instrument; an afterthought for many people and a puzzle for most beginners. What is it? Why is it important? Most students have a vague idea of what to do with it, but a host of misconceptions about how best to use it and its importance. Resin is a small component in your armory as a player, but it's vital - use too much, too http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2015/07/resin-its-all-same-isnt-it.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-6169995423517606320Fri, 03 Jul 2015 14:55:00 +00002015-07-03T14:55:04.737+00:00accessoriesadvancedadviceback to schoolintermediatenew instrumentsparentspurchasingteachersupgradingviolins Karl Hofner Violin Outfits It's that time of year again - the kids have barely been granted freedom from the chains of school and parents have to start thinking about September and all that entails. It's been almost 2 years since our popular article on starting an instrument "A Parent's Survival Guide" was published on this blog and it's still proving useful to parents who are new to the http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2015/07/moving-up-to-better-grade-of-instrument.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-5166002317134585085Thu, 05 Dec 2013 12:43:00 +00002013-12-05T12:43:41.278+00:00 Lots of fabulous gift ideas this year from stockingfillers and Kris Kindle ideas to lovely silver plated jewellery. This is just a selection of our extensive range..... Under €5 Post-it notes €1.25 Notepads €2.50 Writing Paper €2.50 Music Charms €4.95 Pencils in treble clefs €1.95 Straws in treble clefs €1.00 Mugs (Piano design) with lid, come boxed €4.95 Chocolates http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2013/12/christmas-2014-gifts-for-musicians-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4083373600716953015.post-1737332390545424776Fri, 26 Jul 2013 11:24:00 +00002013-07-26T11:24:05.864+00:00 Se non riesci a visualizzare correttamente questa email clicca qui Dal 14 settembre al 13 ottobre, attraverso mostre, concerti e incontri, Stradivarifestival sviluppa un percorso strutturato, dedicato alla liuteria sia antica sia contemporanea, imperniato sull’apertura del nuovo Museo del Violino ma capace di coinvolgere grandi artisti e valorizzare le grandi http://charlesbyrne.blogspot.com/2013/07/se-non-riesci-visualizzare.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0