Must-Know Christmas Tunes on Tin Whistle

This article is a curated list with embedded YouTube tutorials from different channels on Christmas classics on the tin whistle.

Prepare to brighten your holidays with some great Celtic Christmas tunes. We are going to show you top tracks from famous musicians and bands to help you make a perfect playlist for your parties.

We highlight Celtic holiday music such as "Christmas in Killarney" by the Irish Rovers for an old school vibe plus "Carol of the Bagpipers" by Craig Duncan for a great instrumental style. We also include "Drunken Christmas" by Finnegan's Hell for a fun tune. These tunes will add Celtic cheer to your break.

We hope these tunes bring joy to your holiday season! Check out the videos below for tutorials and tips that will help you master these Christmas favorites on your tin whistle. Start playing along today!

Tin Whistle Tutorials


O Come, O Come Emmanuel

Tutorial by Scott’s Low D Whistle Journey

We Three Kings

Tutorial by CutiePie Piper

O Holy Night

Tutorial by whistletutor

Silent Night

Tutorial by youcanplayit.com

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

Tutorial by whistletutor

Christmas Eve Reel

Tutorial by Shannon Heaton

Angels We Have Heard in High

Tutorial by RiffSpot

The First Noel

Tutorial by Fiddling with my Whistle

O Christmas Tree

Tutorial by Fiddling with my Whistle


Final Thoughts

When you try these key Christmas tunes on the tin whistle you will find a nice mix of sounds to improve your holiday parties. Each track offers something nice if it is the calm of "Silent Night" or the fun of "O Christmas Tree." Playing these tunes makes you love festive music and gives you a great chance to fix your skills.

What is Celtic Music?

Celtic music is a term applied to a broad grouping of music genres that evolved out of the folk musical traditions of the Celtic people of Western Europe. To learn more about its rich history, unique instruments, and distinct melodies, we invite you to dive into this article that is an essential read for anyone interested in this deeply resonant and captivating genre of music. It’s the perfect starting point for newcomers and a wealth of deeper insights for those already familiar with Celtic music.
Sketch of a Celtic tin whistle