In his preface the author reminds the reader that this is not a book for the absolute beginner. Even the experienced player may not 'get it' on first reading a given tune but 'You can expect to enjoy the process oflearning...[and experience] the joy of recreating a traditional tune of making it your own.' This is the teacher/student pact in effect throughout this marvellous book written for the literary as much as the musical connoisseur.Although no classical Violin experience is needed you will need to know how to hold the Fiddle and bow and be able to play at least simple tunes in the first position.Having the ability to read music will enable you tofollow the bowing patterns and left-hand techniques which the author feels are crucial in grasping the playing style. Includes online audio download files featuring solo Fiddle. The teaching recording plays the first tunes slowly but by the end the correct speed is played. This stereo recording contains 77 of the 80 songs from the book.

Instrumental Play-Along-All your favourite instrumental themes are in this superb collection for soloists! The 15 themes include Hollywood hits like 'Axel F' from Beverly Hills Cop and ?Bella's Lullaby? from Twilight; inspirational sports anthems like ?Bugler's Dream? (Olympic Fanfare) and ?Chariots of Fire?; as well as popular TV show theme songs from Hawaii Five-O and I Love Lucy. Includes a full-accompaniment play-along CD with tempo adjustment software.