Why should violinists have all the fun? Stacy Phillips America's foremost author of books for fiddlers has turned his expertise to cello. Fiddle Tunes for Two Cellos contains 56 authentic renditions of fiddle tunes arranged inharmony for two cellos. Perfect for teacher/student duets or just expanding the cello repertoire. Play along with the enclosed CD if you don't have another cellist nearby. Contents include up tempo reels jigs waltzes swingpieces and bluegrass songs. Beginners should check out the companion book Stacy Phillips' Fiddle Tunes for Beginning Cellists as well as his similar titles for viola players.

'Superduets for cello' provides a wonderful new repertoire of original and entertaining duets for beginner cellists. It can be started as soon as pupils have mastered basic playing technique and learned octave scales in keys D and G major. Encouraging rhythmic confidence and listening skills and exploring a wide range of techniques sound effects and movements Mary Cohen's 'Superduets' are tailor-made for players at the very earliest stages of learning. These delightful pieces serve as a unique introduction to the joys of social music-making and help pupils to develop the invaluable skills required for ensemble playing at an early stage.The cello books are alsocompatible with the violin books opening up possibilities for mixed ensemble playing