Introducing the Reel The Eighth of January / The Battle of New Orleans for Low and High D Whistles

In this video I introduce the reel The Eighth of January. This tune goes by a number of other names, including The Battle of New Orleans. In this video I walk us through the tune, share thoughts on possible trouble spots as well as ornamentation and expression. I share a bit of the history of the tune as well.

Look up recordings and videos of both Jimmy Driftwood and Johnny Horton playin the tune. This will help you develop your own feel for the tune.

Select the video on the right to learn the tune with me.

Select Download to access a pdf of the music and tabs.