Terrible loss last week to the Sláinte session and the NYC Irish music community as the news came out that much-loved regular Kevin Brooks had passed away due to COVID-19 complications.
That's him on the bones (the brisk clickety-click), switching later on to bodhrán (goatskin frame drum). He was also a great one for the old-fashioned Irish songs, the ones speaking of the emigrant's longing for home and loved ones and the beauty of Ireland.
The bodhrán comes in for a lot a grief, as it can be hazardous in the hands of an overenthusiastic novice, but in the hands of an expert and sensitive player it's a singing heartbeat for a tune.
It seems unreal that when this thing has run its course and the session is once again able to gather, Kevin won't be there in his usual spot.
Take care and please stay safe, everyone.
Much love from Brooklyn.
That's him on the bones (the brisk clickety-click), switching later on to bodhrán (goatskin frame drum). He was also a great one for the old-fashioned Irish songs, the ones speaking of the emigrant's longing for home and loved ones and the beauty of Ireland.
The bodhrán comes in for a lot a grief, as it can be hazardous in the hands of an overenthusiastic novice, but in the hands of an expert and sensitive player it's a singing heartbeat for a tune.
It seems unreal that when this thing has run its course and the session is once again able to gather, Kevin won't be there in his usual spot.
Take care and please stay safe, everyone.
Much love from Brooklyn.
1 comment:
I am so sorry for your loss.
Love from Long Island.
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