Publisher's Synopsis
Based on the premise that sessions and humour are close bedfellows, this book compiles a selection of the finest Irish traditional music jokes inspired by the Cobblestone pub. Sessions and humour both create informal, welcoming environments, breaking down social barriers and inviting participation. They share a common aural tradition which relies on memory, associations, and the spontaneous communication of complex cultural experiences, passed down through oral transmission. Timing is crucial in the delivery of the killer line of the joke, and is also a prerequisite to good tune performance. The book is a compilation of some of the better and less-known jokes to be found in various forms, popping up between the tunes. They are unapologetically copied, plagiarised and reinvented, ensuring you have the very best available.
