Submitted by Sean on Fri, 03/20/2009 - 22:34

Tonguing is the act of using your tongue to interrupt the flow of air going into the whistle's mouthpiece which has the effect of separating notes as they're played. It creates a staccato sound when used frequently but can also be used sparingly as a simple ornament.

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Thanks for all the work

Submitted by donna on Fri, 01/21/2011 - 02:37.

Thanks for all the work you've put into creating such a great site Sean! I really appreciate it. I used to play penny whistle when I was much younger, but it was so long ago I am having to relearn everything. I'm looking forward to it though, with the help of your site.

I find it more comfortable and natural to touch my tongue on my palette rather than the tip of the whistle when I'm tonguing. It sounds the same to me, but I'm wondering if that's an acceptable technique or not.

I've always done this

Submitted by ScotiaBalach on Wed, 08/12/2009 - 09:54.

I've always done this naturally, without thinking about it....

Ciamar a tha sibh?

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