20 Online Bodhrán Lessons – Private One-to-One Tuition

GREAT VALUE OFFER 2026 

Learn to Play the Bodhrán with 20 Personalised One-to-One Lessons

Discover the rhythm and energy of Irish traditional music with this exceptional-value package of 20 private bodhrán lessons with professional musician and performer Kevin Kelly.

Each 45-minute lesson is tailored to your ability, goals and musical interests. Whether you are a complete beginner or already have some experience, Kevin will help you build strong technique, better timing and the confidence to play authentic Irish rhythms.

Lessons are available online worldwide through Zoom, FaceTime or WhatsApp, as well as in person where available.

What Is Included?

• 20 personalised one-to-one bodhrán lessons

• 45 minutes of private tuition per lesson

• Online or in-person lesson options

• Tuition suitable for complete beginners and developing players

• Step-by-step guidance from an experienced professional performer

• Flexible learning focused on your ability and progress

Normal value: $1,580 AUD
Package price: $995 AUD
You save $585 AUD

What You Will Learn

During your lessons, Kevin will guide you through the essential skills needed to play the bodhrán confidently and musically, including:

• How to hold the bodhrán and beater correctly

• Proper posture and the essential four-point hold

• Basic strokes and rhythmic variations

• Traditional jig, reel and polka rhythms

• Slip jigs and other Irish dance rhythms

• Using your supporting hand to control pitch and tone

• Developing timing, coordination and rhythmic confidence

• Accompanying musicians in an Irish traditional session

• Caring for and maintaining your bodhrán

The lessons are progressive and personalised, allowing you to develop at a comfortable pace while avoiding the poor habits that can make future progress more difficult.

Suitable for Complete Beginners

You do not need previous musical experience or the ability to read music.

Kevin’s practical teaching approach makes the bodhrán accessible, enjoyable and rewarding from the outset. You will learn the correct foundations while developing an understanding of how Irish rhythms work within traditional music.

Learn Online from Anywhere in the World

Online bodhrán lessons make it possible to learn directly from Kevin wherever you are located.

Lessons can be delivered using:

• Zoom

• FaceTime

• WhatsApp video

You will receive live feedback on your playing, technique, timing and tone during every session.

A Memorable Gift for an Irish Music Lover

This 20-lesson package can also be purchased as a gift voucher.

It is an ideal present for:

• Irish music enthusiasts

• Complete beginners

• Bodhrán players who want to improve

• Musicians interested in traditional Irish rhythm

• Birthdays, Christmas and anniversaries

• Retirement, Father’s Day or Mother’s Day gifts

• Anyone with a love of Irish culture and music

Give someone more than a conventional gift—give them the opportunity to learn an instrument, develop a lifelong skill and connect with the heartbeat of Irish traditional music.

Start Your Bodhrán Journey

Purchase the 20-lesson package today and begin developing the rhythm, technique and confidence to play the bodhrán properly.

After purchasing, you will receive information about arranging your first lesson.