Destined to become a classic this method provides the beginner with the elements needed to become a proficient fiddler. Based on many years of teaching experience the author introduces the concepts and techniques that yieldssolid results. This method encourages creativity in the student by including variations to the tunes and illustrating how they can serve as a basis for improvisation. To assist in the development of ensemble skills chords andlyrics basic music theory and demonstrations of such skills as backup and lead playing are included in this profusely- illustrated book. This book is beneficial for both fiddle students and classical Suzuki violin students. A CDfor listening and play-along captures the excitement of the music and aids instruction. This set also includes the companion DVD in which the author guides you through the basic skills of learning the fiddle and shares hispointers and shortcuts to help you learn faster and more efficiently.

Book Online Audio and Video-This volume in the renowned For Dummies series has been created to help beginning Fiddle players to master their instrument. Taking up any new instrument can be intimidating but with this easy-to-use guide you'll be playing Fiddle music from all around the world in no time. Fiddle For Dummies covers everything a beginner needs to know from selecting tuning and caring for your Fiddle to mastering variousmusic styles. This comprehensive book guides you step-by-step through everything you need to start playing the Fiddle like a pro. You'll discover how to hold the instrument master fundamental techniques and take your skills tothe next level. Access to companion online audio tracks and instructional videos is also included helping you to further enhance your skills. The Fiddle is a popular instrument across many continents partly due to itsconvenient portable size. Fiddle repertoire includes a range of musical styles from all over the world such as Irish Scottish Celtic/Cape Breton country folk bluegrass and more. If you're already a Violin player learning toplay Fiddle can also open the door to an exciting new world of sounds that are sure to impress both you and your fellow musicians. With Fiddle For Dummies you will: Learn Fiddle techniquesand fundamentals Select tune and care for your Fiddle Join the folk instrument movement and master the Fiddle Play Fiddle music from all over the world

Popular tunes step-by-step instructions slow medium and normal speed play-along tracks and thorough explanations of essentials make this the most comprehensive Fiddle method to date. It takes the student from the absolutebeginning through professional repertoire. Genres include Celtic twin fiddling ragtime classical and Scandinavian as well as old time and bluegrass.Modern Fiddling Method Grade 1 establishes a solidfoundation in first position with both easy and standard fiddle and bow holds elementary Fiddle bowings rhythms scales and ornaments and fundamentals of music theory. The student can read and/or listen to each tune. Includesaccess to online audio.

A Jazz book for Solo Violin. Includes music by Stephane Grappelli Jean-Luc Ponty and Joe Venuti as well as Swing and Blues. Includes substantial notes on jazz melody rhythm harmony improvisation phrasing and so on as well as variations for pieces which have been recorded by several players. Ideal for the intermediate Violinist who is developing an interest in Jazz.

A violin method for children age four and older-The second volume already presents classical Violin duets. The child’s knowledge and technique is expanded by dotted rhythms sixteenths notes and first double stops. And here is the most revolutionary aspect of the method: different finger patterns can be connected and combined to create any major and minor scale without the use of open strings. This creates the ability to practice scales in any position often within the first year of playing!With this skill songs learned in first position are easily transposed to other keys and higher position. Coupled with beginning shifting exercises this sets a foundation for an early virtuoso technique notavailable in any other method.The authors:The original German Violin method was first published in 1976. The author Egon Sassmannshaus is one of the most experienced and renowned Violin pedagogues in Germany.For the new English edition his son Kurt Sassmannshaus worked as co-author and adapted his father’s successful method for English-speaking children.The combined knowledge and experience of father and son make the four volumes of the Sassmannshaus Tradition the most thoroughly researched and thought-through beginner Violin method in the world.The second volume already presents classical Violin duets. The child’s knowledge and technique is expanded by dotted rhythms sixteenths notes and first double stops. And here is the most revolutionary aspect of the method: different finger patterns can be connected and combined to create any major and minor scale without the use of open strings. This creates the ability to practice scales in any position often within the first year of playing!With this skill songs learned in first position are easily transposed to other keys and higher position. Coupled with beginning shifting exercises this sets a foundation for an early virtuoso technique not available in any other method.The authors:The original German Violin method was first published in 1976. The author Egon Sassmannshaus is one of the most experienced and renowned violin pedagogues in Germany.For the new English edition his son Kurt Sassmannshaus worked as co-author and

Not your typical fiddle-tune book these tunes range from variations of regular tunes to obscure Scottish polkas classical duets gypsy fiddle tunes Cajun tunes and even two or three original tunes with many in third andfifth position.Uncompromising care was taken in the transcription of these pieces and virtually nothing was simplified. There are several classical Piano pieces trimmed down to violin solos and duets Americana and eventhe author?s own variations on ?Carnival of Venice.?Included is an extensive section on playing back-up Fiddle to another instrument dwelling on chord patterns double-stops bowing patterns ?shuffles ? and all manner ofaccompaniment and all Fiddle tunes have chord symbols included.

A valuable and handy reference text for any fiddler. Contains scales and studies modes chord studies bowing vibrato introductions endings patterns licks and etudes in the keys of G A B C E F B-flat E-flat A-flat D-flat and F sharp. Audio download available online is split-track.

A Dozen A Day books have long been the favourite pre-practice technical exercises for young pianists. Now these classic warm-up exercises are available for violin too!Complete with audio backing tracks on the included CD A Dozen A Day for Violin helps develop and maintain good fingering and bowing technique the basis for all good playing.Suddenly violin practice has become more rewarding... and a lot more enjoyable!

Aerobics & Warm Ups for Fiddlers & Violinists is not for the sophisticated violinist with years of classical training. It has been created especially for the more casual player who is sincerely interested in getting maximumbenefit from a minimum of effort. Aerobics & Warm Ups for Fiddlers & Violinists helps to fill this need for technical studies applicable to both the worlds of classical violin and fiddling. I first tested these scales andexercises on myself for six months faithfully using them for about 20 minutes as warm ups to my daily practice. I was rewarded with a definite improvement in my technique. I was actually surprised to see my dexterity grow as Icharted my metronomic progress on a calendar. I remember thinking 'I will never be able to play faster than this.' But then a couple of weeks later I would indeed climb a notch higher! Through the years I have used theseexercises in countless fiddle workshops and with private students. The letters of thanks and positive feedback from students who were thrilled with improved fiddle technique have brought me great satisfaction. I sincerely believethat these exercises when faithfully practiced will help violinists improve their playing skills. The exercises will help develop and strengthen muscles used for finger dexterity clarity of notes tone bowing arm control intonation double stops and a flexible bowing arm wrist. Companion free Audio Tracks available online.