Learn How to Play the Tin Whistle (Udemy.com)
Go from Complete Beginner to a Great Tin Whistle Player
Created by: Mikael Baggström
Last updated October 2023
What you will learn
- Learn the Essentials on How to Play Tin Whistle
- Learn the Advanced Techniques on Tin Whistle
- Learn How to add Decorations in your Tin Whistle Performances
- Learn How to add Emotion and Soul when Playing your Tin Whistle
How it compares
Against the other 270 rated Udemy courses in Music on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.6 out of 5higher than 40% of them
- Reviews200#134 of 271 by number of reviews
- Length4.1 hourslonger than 57% of them
- Last updatedOctober 2023more recently than 51% of them
Course Description
Learn How to play Tin Whistle
Welcome to your adventure in learning how to play the Irish tin whistle. It will be a fantastic and fun journey, with an even more exciting destination. Because if you go through this course, and make sure to practice with focus every single day for at least a few months, you can go from a complete beginner...to being able to play confidently and even with added expression and decorations...
In this course I will take you from a complete beginner on the tin whistle, to a confident player. And give you all the insights into how this instrument works, the basic techniques, how to get past the most common issues you will struggle with, and when you are ready, the decorations and advanced techniques you can use to add expression and emotion into your performances. I will even show you how to play a couple of tunes on the tin whistle.
Another great point of learning this instrument, is that you don't have to stick to traditional Irish or folk music. You can play any tune you want, if you learn how to play this instrument well, and develop your skill and technique.
You will get so much joy for years to come, so don't hesitate, I promise you it is well worth the time to truly learn how to play the Irish tin whistle. Because playing a music instrument is one of the most creative and satisfying experiences in life.
Why should you learn how to play this particular instrument? Well, I personally love the sound of this instrument. I love its agility, its expressive potential, unique decorations and the variation you can get both from your playing style and performances, but also from using different keys and models of whistles.
Are you ready to learn this amazing instrument? Then let's start your adventure, right now!
Instructor Details
- 4.6 Rating
200 Reviews
Mikael Baggström
Hey Friends! =)
- My name is Mike, and I am a Professional Music Composer and Sound Designer from Sweden, with experience of Making Music since 1998.
My Qualifications
I have run my own Media Production Business since 2004, which means Music/Sound/Video/Graphic Production. I also have a True Passion to teach, share and inspire creative people like you to master your creative skills, develop a successful strategy, and create your amazing future.
My Style
I believe that learning should be fun, and I love to bring my personality into my teaching style. I also try to make my courses dynamic, to be more interesting to you. So I mix it up by changing lecture forms etc.
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Reviews
By Angela Catherine Hague on 4/29/2026
A really clear and well-structured course, perfect for beginners on the tin whistle. It gave me a strong understanding of the fundamentals and the confidence to get started. I also appreciated the the more advanced sections are there to revisit as you improve. Mikael Baggstrom's choice of songs with tabs was excellent and made practice both fun and accessible.
By Ramón Ibáñez Izquierdo on 3/3/2026
Este curso fue en efecto una buena elección, aunque veo que no adjunta prácticamente documentos para descargar, lo cuál es una desilusión. Sería deseable la posibilidad de subtítulos en español.
By Donald Chevalier on 1/14/2024
Cannot view lessons. They will not play. I tried this over 3 different devices, same result. I asked Udemy for help but received a bunch of online things to do instead of addressing my concern. Having a real person to speak with would be really nice. I have limited time to play and practice my music. I don't want it taken up by having to go down various rabbit holes. I don't see myself recommending Udemy to any of my piers. Note: Has subsequently been corrected and have change review to 5 stars
By Michael James Folk on 11/24/2023
Some lessons, like lesson the most recent one, cover material that are of little interest at this point in my learning. I'm still at a very basic level, so being able to transpose keys isn't useful. Except for that, I find the instructions very valuable and clear.
By Gary Parker on 10/15/2023
a very good course for this instrument hands down...the essentials especially. Michael baggstrom really loves music and it shows in this course and for ukelele. I highly highly recommend this course.
By John Roberts on 4/9/2023
I have played the tin whistle for several years but have learned lots from this course. The course is structured to give you a good grounding in the instrument as my previous learning was done in bits picked up from various places.
By Gayle H on 2/17/2023
Yes. The instructor is friendly and easy to understand. I would enjoy taking lessons from him in person because I feel he'd be receptive to answering questions and dealing with areas of struggle.
By Michael Ledger on 5/23/2022
I'm starting from scratch so the guidance on tuning, warming the whistle, correct holding, etc. were all things I would not have known if I just picked up the whistle and tried to play.
By John Palek on 5/20/2022
So far this course has far exceeded my expectations. I have learned more than I thought I would. Instructor is knowledgeable and very personable. Great format and learning platform. I have more that gotten my money's worth and this is only the beginning!
By Ian Michaels on 9/8/2021
Mike is a master teacher. He explains things very clearly, and his passion shines through everything he does. He follows his heart and learns/teaches things that truly interest him. Highly recommended.
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Overall Score : 92 / 100










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