Peabody Harris was the first person to post Seamus Ennis on RUclips 11 years ago. Strangely, it was the ONLY video Peabody Harris ever posted. But it was enough to get me interested in playing these pipes and moving to Ireland for a couple of years to get some good tuition. So thank you, Peabody Harris, wherever you are. I am a much happier man today for your efforts.
Cead mile fáilte mo chara. I have wanted to learn the Uilleann pipes now for years O am a left hander and in the north of Ireland it's not so easy to find a tuition. I turned 47 last week so I think this is my year to learn. Great to hear your story G R M.A
There are few instruments in the world that are genuinely haunting and evoke such strong emotions. South American panpipes, Shakuhachi flute from Japan, Didjeridoo from Australia to name a few. The Uillean Pipes hold a special place at the top, as far as I'm concerned.
As a Scot,our people too,knew the yoke of English oppression and cruelty, at least three times in Celtic history,the playing of the pipes was outlawed in Scotland and Ireland, with the aim of quelling the nationalistic spirit of our peoples, and the punishment for such an offense was brutal indeed,and ranged from hanging, burning at the stake, and the chopping off of the pipers hands,and people wonder why the dislike and distrust of the English has lasted so long, and that was only one example, English cruelty knew no bounds, and took many forms, and down through the centuries, pipeing almost died out, but thanks to men like Seamus Ennis, the pipes flourish today, at least on that front, the Celts have our victory.
Strange but true: I first viewed this clip in 2007, I think. It had such an effect on me that I actually moved to Ireland from the US and am now studying uilleann pipes in Dublin. I suppose it's true that if you want what they have, you have to go where they go and do what they do. Thanks, peabodyharris for your single post on youtube that changed my life in a big, big way.
Ennis lived in the Uilleann Pipe Dark Ages when knowledge of how to make them, and how to make their many reeds, was in near collapse. If you hear faults in the pitch anywhere --and there are many for those with keen ears-- it's because he had so few resources. His playing, his heart, his execution are so expert -- he played pipes he could hear in his head, pipes and reeds he didn't own that existed before and are coming to life again today but that he could never play.
who in the hell would thumbs down this.? 42 people who should not have been here in the first place. Seamus Ennis is awesome.! Timeless, Wonderful, Amazing music...
I first heard the Uillean pipes on the Traffic song, "Holy Ground" and was mesmorized. The hais on my neck and goosebumps come to life and the inner soul stirs dramatically everytime I hear them. I want to learn how to play.
You're right. I've played the Highland Pipes but I must admit, these Uillean pipes are definitely more intricate and easier on the ear. Highland pipes are great for marching and getting peoples attention, these pipes touch a different chord entirely.
Von wahrer Meisterhand gespielt... Ich grüße euch Kameraden mit den besten Heimatlichen Grüßen aus dem sonnigen Bernkastel-Kues... Mfg Stefan Bartz... Wunderbar
Clearly one of the most stunning things I have ever seen or heard. I imagine what goes through his mind when this mystical tune is played. The song reaches deep into the soul and across the spectral universe. Seamus, you are a gifted and genius writer and performer! How sad that today's world glorifies cultural garbage like american idol.
There is no verb for love in Irish, in much the same way there is no verb for have. Gra is a noun or an adjective in Irish, but not a verb. The closest to "I love" would be is brea lion or is maith liom or is aoibhinn liom. You don't gra things or people in Irish; they are fine with you or big with you or even lovely with you.
this is so inspiring. to listen to this beautiful tune and compare it to indian music, or modal jazz, or jimi hendrix, just makes me realize that all music is related and beautiful and comes from the same heart and soul. thank you seamus.
Thank you for your encouragement, everyone. I'm still playing. Triplets are sounding better. New tunes coming in all the time. Loving it, but of course we all want to sound as good as the old "blues brothers" pipers, don't we? It's a long, long road. It is a worthwhile journey, however. I met Seamus Ennis' son Chris in Dublin a few months ago. Lovely man, uncanny resemblance to his father. That still happens in the world, you know? I'll post a video of me playing some day soon.
Tomorrow begins the Willie Clancy Music Festival in Miltown-Malbay, Co. Clare, where you can take lessons in uilleann piping and a host of other instruments in week-long seminars from the best Irish musicians in the world. There are an abundance of concerts all over W. Clare and it's really the most fun you can have sitting down.
I cannot get enough of this song I can literally play it over and over and its one of those few that never get annoying or old.. It always makes me feel like I'm standing in a field in Ireland just gazing at the earth around me and I soak every minute of it up...
absolutely beautiful;music like this is inspirational, im considering investing in uillean pipes, I dont know anyone who plays them, but will be willing to try to teach myself.this is great!
I was listening to this in the morning at my work, a holiday park on the west coast of scotland. I was watching a boat out on the sea, shit was hitting me deep in the heart.
Seamus also saved Irish culture by doing outside broadcasts for rte in the 50s we have many tunes today thanks to him ar dheis de go raibh a hainm (may he reside at the right hand side of god)
beautiful. This is what people miss out on in concert halls.....compare lang lang the pianist as a musician with Seamus Ennis (for example), and you can see that the latter is much greater a musician, yet so little known in the public.....as are the uilleann pipes...
There have been so many great Irish pipers: Liam O Flynn, Willie Clancy, Seamus Ennis, any member of the Rowsome family, Mick O'Brien...just to scratch the surface...
thanks... now I understood... drones produce those bass notes, and the Chanter is the melody part... I was in doubt, I didn't know if it was better to buy a practice set or an half set... I think I'll buy a low quality half set, just to learn... Thank you!
It is good that you are aware of your American heritage just as I am aware and proud to be 8th generation Scots. That does not mean that we should forget Ireland and our ancestors who made us what we are today.
Such is the capture of our small island and why we try to keep it - the ppipes are a testiment to our heart and sing what we can't say - our language isn't understood abroad and as bearla our song won't sound the same - if your heart is true - Ireland is your restplace
You know, I don't think anybody has asked what tune this is yet... I came to this video once again, this time after some clips of "The Wounded Hussar". I don't think that's what tune this is, but I could be wrong... I love this video, though
The chanter can play two octaves, and is most often tuned to the key of D. The three drones are also tuned to D, one is normal D, one is an octave lower, and one is an octave lower than that. Drones can be switched on and off as desired. Regulators are double reed pipes that play simple chords to complement the single reed chanter notes. The regulators are played with the piper's wrist, or in some cases his fingers, if he doesn't need to use his right hand on the chanter at the moment.
@RoryGarbutt I don't know the answer, Rory, but tuning the pipes is notoriously difficult. As soon as you widen the holes in one place, all sorts of other complications arise for both tone and tuning. Perhaps there's something about the conical bore, plus the dry double-reed that makes it difficult to use octave-key technology!
I wish I could get to Ireland. I would like to find some folks to sing with. I can play the tin-flute a little bit too, but would like to learn the Irish flute and the pipes.
@CapoeiraPiper Well thankyou. Thankyouverymuch. LOL. I suppose I can always borrow my friend's pipes when I want to play, at least until I'm able to afford my own set. And since I'm also learning hte penny whistle the pipes shouldn't be much of a problem once I get the hang of the bag and the bellows since working the chanter itself is very similar to the whistle.
A practice set consists of only the chanter, the bag, and the bellows. A half set is the practice set with the addition of the three drones. The regulators are the most expensive part of the pipes, and complete a full set of pipes. Some regulators usually aren't added until many years of playing, and in fact, some pipers never find a need for them.
@JayMe1530 Yes i live in America and no1 said that you hate your family and I dont know why you hate America so much when we help out many many nations INCLUDING IRELAND .. Do you know your history of "River Dance?" or "Lord of the Dance?" .. many Irish families came to America to survive and with them they brought stepdancing (tap dancing). Many years later, we brought the performance to Dublin, Ireland stating that even though we live in America, we are still Irish. God Bless you too
Peabody Harris was the first person to post Seamus Ennis on RUclips 11 years ago. Strangely, it was the ONLY video Peabody Harris ever posted. But it was enough to get me interested in playing these pipes and moving to Ireland for a couple of years to get some good tuition. So thank you, Peabody Harris, wherever you are. I am a much happier man today for your efforts.
This is fantastic! I congratulate you to your open-mindedness! All the best!
Great story... céad míle fáilte.
excellent
Ana mhaite
Cead mile fáilte mo chara. I have wanted to learn the Uilleann pipes now for years O am a left hander and in the north of Ireland it's not so easy to find a tuition. I turned 47 last week so I think this is my year to learn. Great to hear your story G R M.A
When it hits the double notes. It puts chills up my spine. So beautiful.
Treble notes if you don't mind ..
There are few instruments in the world that are genuinely haunting and evoke such strong emotions. South American panpipes, Shakuhachi flute from Japan, Didjeridoo from Australia to name a few. The Uillean Pipes hold a special place at the top, as far as I'm concerned.
No compétition please...
As a Scot,our people too,knew the yoke of English oppression and cruelty, at least three times in Celtic history,the playing of the pipes was outlawed in Scotland and Ireland, with the aim of quelling the nationalistic spirit of our peoples, and the punishment for such an offense was brutal indeed,and ranged from hanging, burning at the stake, and the chopping off of the pipers hands,and people wonder why the dislike and distrust of the English has lasted so long, and that was only one example, English cruelty knew no bounds, and took many forms, and down through the centuries, pipeing almost died out, but thanks to men like Seamus Ennis, the pipes flourish today, at least on that front, the Celts have our victory.
I was lucky enough to see him live back in the 60's. A real genius.
Strange but true: I first viewed this clip in 2007, I think. It had such an effect on me that I actually moved to Ireland from the US and am now studying uilleann pipes in Dublin. I suppose it's true that if you want what they have, you have to go where they go and do what they do. Thanks, peabodyharris for your single post on youtube that changed my life in a big, big way.
I cannot believe people would dislike this.....this is amazingly and hauntingly beautiful!!!!
Must've watched this 20 times by now; it never gets old.
Ennis lived in the Uilleann Pipe Dark Ages when knowledge of how to make them, and how to make their many reeds, was in near collapse. If you hear faults in the pitch anywhere --and there are many for those with keen ears-- it's because he had so few resources. His playing, his heart, his execution are so expert -- he played pipes he could hear in his head, pipes and reeds he didn't own that existed before and are coming to life again today but that he could never play.
The words stricken out were not meant to be, they should be included.
Dayepipes His father bought those pipes in London. They were about 100 years old. He bequeathed them to Liam O'Flynn. I presume he still has them.
Dayepipes Even with keen ears....the beauty overwhelms all the senses, transcends the gift as presented. It is thus....perfect !
I'm kinda glad I don't have keen ears when it comes to this sort of thing!
makes you think about even further back into the late 19th century ,,boy what a task then!!!!
Seamus and this tune bring me to a place I've never been before... and I know I belong. Just beautiful! Thank you for posting.
who in the hell would thumbs down this.? 42 people who should not have been here in the first place. Seamus Ennis is awesome.! Timeless, Wonderful, Amazing music...
thepwee Agreed...those people have no soul
+thepwee possibly inferior rivals :(
This is indeed terrible to think that someone would even bothet to press the down thumb. People are dumb anyway...
They must have been confused Australians! :)
They are probably brain dead.
I could listen to this 100 times and I still wouldn't be sick of it.
Already have! Grand.
marvellous, soulful and straight from the heart! Regards, an Indian classical musician madly in love with Ireland and its music.
Wow, Seamus is simply awesome!!! What a G-d given talent he has. There is no music in the world like this. Thank you for posting this.
Brilliant, Breathtaking, It stirs the very soul!! He was a true master!!!
I first heard the Uillean pipes on the Traffic song, "Holy Ground" and was mesmorized. The hais on my neck and goosebumps come to life and the inner soul stirs dramatically everytime I hear them. I want to learn how to play.
Nothing can equal pipe music. It is the most moving music, that I've ever heard.
Born to play the pipes. Those long, graceful fingers are a gift from the Gods of Ireland themselves.
One of those recordings where you’re not sure how your life felt complete before you knew it. I’ll be listening to this until the grave.
In the beating of a heart and the tremble of a hand cry's a note which can be heard above all else.
You're right. I've played the Highland Pipes but I must admit, these Uillean pipes are definitely more intricate and easier on the ear. Highland pipes are great for marching and getting peoples attention, these pipes touch a different chord entirely.
Brings tears to my eyes
I saw Seamus perform once (about 1968 in Hammersmith, London). His storeytelling was every bit as captivating as his playing. A true legend.
I've listened to this about 10 times,unbelievable. !
+jsilence418 I've genuinely lost count.
For me at least 100 times, and sent a link to many, many, a special friend, whom I knew would appreciate the beauty of this music.
So beautiful. Watched this the first time on here years ago. Thanks for posting and keeping this video up, was glad to find this again.
he was the most imaginative piper. he played and lived near the edge. always willing to share his talent.
You can't listen to Uilleann pipes and leave disappointed.
The uilleann pipes are a bewitching thing....I don't think any other instrument stirs up the primal soul like the pipes..I understand your capture.
when i feel sad , i listen to the blues ,
when i feel pain i listen to seamus ennis
cada tantas semanas o meses me siento en la necesidad de volver a ver este video. es demasiado bueno.
Claro que si!
Von wahrer Meisterhand gespielt... Ich grüße euch Kameraden mit den besten Heimatlichen Grüßen aus dem sonnigen Bernkastel-Kues... Mfg Stefan Bartz... Wunderbar
Clearly one of the most stunning things I have ever seen or heard. I imagine what goes through his mind when this mystical tune is played. The song reaches deep into the soul and across the spectral universe. Seamus, you are a gifted and genius writer and performer! How sad that today's world glorifies cultural garbage like american idol.
I grá (love) the sound of the uilleann pipes. Thank you for uploading Seamus Ennis playing. sláinte!
There is no verb for love in Irish, in much the same way there is no verb for have. Gra is a noun or an adjective in Irish, but not a verb. The closest to "I love" would be is brea lion or is maith liom or is aoibhinn liom. You don't gra things or people in Irish; they are fine with you or big with you or even lovely with you.
this is so inspiring. to listen to this beautiful tune and compare it to indian music, or modal jazz, or jimi hendrix, just makes me realize that all music is related and beautiful and comes from the same heart and soul. thank you seamus.
Thank you for your encouragement, everyone. I'm still playing. Triplets are sounding better. New tunes coming in all the time. Loving it, but of course we all want to sound as good as the old "blues brothers" pipers, don't we? It's a long, long road. It is a worthwhile journey, however. I met Seamus Ennis' son Chris in Dublin a few months ago. Lovely man, uncanny resemblance to his father. That still happens in the world, you know? I'll post a video of me playing some day soon.
This video was posted almost 14 years ago, and here i am still watching it. I picture Irish countryside. One of the oldest videos on RUclips
Always in my heart, and always brilliant. Thank you Mr. Ennis.
O The Easter Snow
It has faded away.
It was so rare and so beautiful
And it's melted back into the clay.
RIP Seamus
Tomorrow begins the Willie Clancy Music Festival in Miltown-Malbay, Co. Clare, where you can take lessons in uilleann piping and a host of other instruments in week-long seminars from the best Irish musicians in the world. There are an abundance of concerts all over W. Clare and it's really the most fun you can have sitting down.
I love the pipes" they can take you places👍❤️
I cannot get enough of this song I can literally play it over and over and its one of those few that never get annoying or old.. It always makes me feel like I'm standing in a field in Ireland just gazing at the earth around me and I soak every minute of it up...
Edge of west Churchill or Stalin?
"Soak" is the word! :-))
Man, that playing really reaches deep inside you. Every time I hear it, tears run down my cheeks.
Epic. Found this many years ago, still one of my favourites.
Absolutely, Mesmerising, Fantastic, Beautiful and Timeless.
Literally hear the history flowing through those pipes,hair raising stuff.
I am crying....if I ever go to Heaven, this is how I imagine it
absolutely beautiful;music like this is inspirational, im considering investing in uillean pipes, I dont know anyone who plays them, but will be willing to try to teach myself.this is great!
May my uilleann piping be an offering, even if small, for the god of uilleann pipes
;) (seriously though, this guy knew how to play)
what a beautiful sound. First heard it on an old Planxty album, fantastic.
I thank God for being Irish and for the gift of hearing, and able to listen to Seamus playing the pipes
Not Irish with that flag.
Amen
Seamus makes it look so easy!! Thank you for this. My favourite Celtic instrument! ~0;-D
Thanks for sharing this remarkable video ! This instrument is is ancestral and we have all respect for this incredible artist ! Phalaina
This instrument remember me the sardinian launeddas i love celtic tradition congratulations from Sardinia.
This is perfection. I can't count how many times I've watched this video.
@CasperTvrnello Håller helt med! This is really beautiful! I love it :D
Makes me cry everytime😭it's absolutely beautiful. This music has a soul.
Such an expression, such a feeling - unbelievable!
Excellent video
Seamus is really wonderfull on the Uilleann, i hope one day I can be as great.
Man...now that made my week. Thanks for posting.
Thank you , You Tube for opening up this Whole new World , Beautiful , so amazing that we can access this now .
eluveitie my friends...great band...they brought me here :) this is an amazing instrument, thanks for sharing with everyone!
Can't help but love a man named seamus...my Pops nickname.
Beautiful job Mr. Ennis.
I was listening to this in the morning at my work, a holiday park on the west coast of scotland.
I was watching a boat out on the sea, shit was hitting me deep in the heart.
Seamus also saved Irish culture by doing outside broadcasts for rte in the 50s we have many tunes today thanks to him ar dheis de go raibh a hainm (may he reside at the right hand side of god)
@GazzVidss You should study the music from Ireland from 400 years ago, it's quite a bit different from the traditional that we play today.
beautiful.
This is what people miss out on in concert halls.....compare lang lang the pianist as a musician with Seamus Ennis (for example), and you can see that the latter is much greater a musician, yet so little known in the public.....as are the uilleann pipes...
There have been so many great Irish pipers: Liam O Flynn, Willie Clancy, Seamus Ennis, any member of the Rowsome family, Mick O'Brien...just to scratch the surface...
So beautiful, it speaks to your soul and i am an Aussie.
*splortz~ I am so happy you did what your soul told you to do! Blessings.
i just love the sound of these man i am so saving up to get me some and learn no matter how long it takes i love em awsome playin man
Awesome!! The Uilleann sound is incredible.
Jaysus, Mary and wriggling Joseph that's fantastic. What a towering music the man had in him.
thanks... now I understood... drones produce those bass notes, and the Chanter is the melody part... I was in doubt, I didn't know if it was better to buy a practice set or an half set... I think I'll buy a low quality half set, just to learn... Thank you!
It is good that you are aware of your American heritage just as I am aware and proud to be 8th generation Scots. That does not mean that we should forget Ireland and our ancestors who made us what we are today.
Brilliant.
That is awesome! :) It's inspiring to hear that you were willing to make happen the things in your life that you wanted.
Our Island!!!! Remember, together we rise, divied we fall.
I can't count it out on a scale... That makes it more beautiful, I think.
Such is the capture of our small island and why we try to keep it - the ppipes are a testiment to our heart and sing what we can't say - our language isn't understood abroad and as bearla our song won't sound the same - if your heart is true - Ireland is your restplace
What a find! Such wonderful playing.
You know, I don't think anybody has asked what tune this is yet... I came to this video once again, this time after some clips of "The Wounded Hussar". I don't think that's what tune this is, but I could be wrong... I love this video, though
The chanter can play two octaves, and is most often tuned to the key of D. The three drones are also tuned to D, one is normal D, one is an octave lower, and one is an octave lower than that. Drones can be switched on and off as desired. Regulators are double reed pipes that play simple chords to complement the single reed chanter notes. The regulators are played with the piper's wrist, or in some cases his fingers, if he doesn't need to use his right hand on the chanter at the moment.
I'm not exactly Irish, (I'm more Scottish), but this still inspires me to practice my practice set of uilleann pipes!
The Scots are Irish they are named after the Irish tribe the Scotti, and the uileann pipes are unique to Ireland.
condaly
That's cool!
I'm not Irish,,Im Canadian but I like to drink a little scotch and listen to this beautiful ancient music like this
The Irish originally migrated to Scotland's north, bringing pipes and whiskey.
Scotia was the daughter of a Pharoah
how unfair that youtube doesn't allow you to "like" these things more than once
Wonderfull. Heavenly ❤❤❤❤formidable❤❤❤❤thanks god bless you❤
Stirs my heart and soul hauntingly beautiful
he is so musical and expressive - I would love to learn these pipes
Music that takes you back through the centuries of time.
A true master! Thank you, this was awesome.
@RoryGarbutt I don't know the answer, Rory, but tuning the pipes is notoriously difficult. As soon as you widen the holes in one place, all sorts of other complications arise for both tone and tuning. Perhaps there's something about the conical bore, plus the dry double-reed that makes it difficult to use octave-key technology!
Thanks for the info. For a second I thought you were asking me a question about my whereabouts lol!
Incredible!!! Thanks for posting.
This awakens all Irish blood when heard
I wish I could get to Ireland. I would like to find some folks to sing with. I can play the tin-flute a little bit too, but would like to learn the Irish flute and the pipes.
@CapoeiraPiper Well thankyou. Thankyouverymuch. LOL. I suppose I can always borrow my friend's pipes when I want to play, at least until I'm able to afford my own set. And since I'm also learning hte penny whistle the pipes shouldn't be much of a problem once I get the hang of the bag and the bellows since working the chanter itself is very similar to the whistle.
Beautiful. Thank you for posting
one of the best uilleann pipers in history
thanks
Hauntingly beautiful.
A practice set consists of only the chanter, the bag, and the bellows. A half set is the practice set with the addition of the three drones. The regulators are the most expensive part of the pipes, and complete a full set of pipes. Some regulators usually aren't added until many years of playing, and in fact, some pipers never find a need for them.
@JayMe1530 Yes i live in America and no1 said that you hate your family and I dont know why you hate America so much when we help out many many nations INCLUDING IRELAND .. Do you know your history of "River Dance?" or "Lord of the Dance?" .. many Irish families came to America to survive and with them they brought stepdancing (tap dancing). Many years later, we brought the performance to Dublin, Ireland stating that even though we live in America, we are still Irish. God Bless you too