Following the success of 'Irish Fiddle Solos' and 'English Fiddle Tunes' Pete Cooper's new book contains a rich selection of tunes from many Eastern European countries including Poland Ukraine Hungary Romania Serbia Bulgaria and Macedonia and pieces from the Klezmer tradition. There are 80 tunes in a variety of styles: mazurkas polkas kolomyikas freylekhs horas csárdás legenyes sîrbas rucenitsas kopanitsas etc. The material is wide-ranging in complexity including very simple pieces as well as many more challenging tunes requiring intermediate to advanced technique. The introduction provides explanations of rhythms scales modes and notes on theindividual tunes.As with the other books in the series a CD with all the pieces performed by Pete Cooper accompanies the collection which is suitable for grade 3 and above.

Par PUSCOIU COSTEL. Violon/Solos. Un petit, mais une collection représentative de bien connus et moins connus de belles mélodies des Balkans. Les mélodies soigneusement choisi offrent un livre riche, agréable et varié. Les arrangements et autres adaptations (touches, ornements, etc.) ont été introduites pour rendre cette belle South-Eastern European musique plus appropriée pour la performance sur le violon. Il est recommandé de répéter à chaque pièce 3 - 4 fois parce que les mélodies (comme toutes les chansons folkloriques dans le monde) sont très courts. Un accompagnement piano libre ainsi que les téléchargements audio sont disponibles pour une utilisation avec ce titre. Les fichiers audio gratuits et accompagnement au piano disponible. / Niveau : Débutant à Intermédiaire / Baltic - Solos / Recueil / Violon

The Easy Folk series features short, easy pieces of traditional music from all around the world. Compiled from titles across our popular World Music Series and edited by acclaimed folk musicians Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer, this book features tunes for solo fiddle with optional piano accompaniment from the British Isles to the USA, from Eastern Europe to Asia and beyond. Ideal for beginner grades, Easy Folk Fiddle is a round-the-world ticket for musical inspiration. The title includes a CD of all tunes plus optional PDF piano accompaniments. / Violon

Featuring 43 Fiddlers and 188 of Their Tunes. Appalachian fiddle music, based on the musical traditions of the people who settled in the mountainous regions of the southeastern United States, is widely-known and played throughout North America and parts of Europe because of its complex rhythms, its catchy melodies, and its often-ancient-sounding stylistic qualities. The authors explore the lives and music of 43 of the classic Appalachian fiddlers who were active during the first half of the 20th century. Some of them were recorded commercially in the 1920s, such as Gid Tanner, Fiddlin? John Carson, and Charlie Bowman. Some were recorded by folklorists from the Library of Congress, such as William Stepp, Emmett Lundy, and Marion Reece. Others were recorded informally by family members and visitors, such as John Salyer, Emma Lee Dickerson, and Manco Sneed. All of them played throughout most of their lives and influenced the growth and stylistic elements of fiddle music in their regions. Each fiddler has been given a chapter with a biography, several tune transcriptions, and tune histories. To show the richness of the music, the authors make a special effort to show the musical elements in detail, but also acknowledge that nothing can take the place of listening. Many of the classic recordings used in this book can be found on the web, allowing you to hear and read the music together.

(Four Cities)-Faz'l Say?s ?Four Cities? Sonata can be considered as a journey through four cities of Anatolia. This work has taken its inspiration from Faz'l Say?s memories and events of his life. Bodrum is well known as a city greatly frequented by tourists which sets it apart from the other three locations. These four very different cities with their individual cultures have been selected from the nearly 2000-km wide expanse of Anatolia. SivasSivas is a conservative city located in Eastern Anatolia which is known for its large Alevi population. As¸'k Veysel is an Alevi Ozan (poet) and Faz'l Say has been inspired by his song ?Saz'm? (my saz/myinstrument) in the first part of this work. The movement is concluded on a melancholy tone in imitation of this ethnic instrument. HopaA traditional wedding provided Faz'l Say with his inspiration for this second movement which embraces Eastern Black Sea culture. Horon is a very fast folk dance in 7/16 time which is played on the kemence a typical instrument of the Eastern Black Sea region. The music also touches on Caucasian Georgian and Laz dances anonymous songs ?Laz women? and ?Cilveloy nanayda? (a Turkish song). AnkaraAnkara was declared the capital city of Turkey by Atatürk in 1923. This city with its population of four million was where the composer was born and also spent his childhood. ?Ankara?n'n Tas¸'na Bak? a rebellious song dating back to the First World War can be discerned in the mournful middle section. The movement with its atmosphere of tragedy evokes the republican spirit and the ambience of former times. BodrumBodrum is universally known as the Saint-Tropez of Turkey. A famous street in the city is fringed with countless bars and pubs from which a cacophony of different music can be heard ranging from jazz pop and rock to folk songs. Faz'l Say blends the sounds from these pubs in this movement which includes a walking theme in a swinging jazz tempo. The movement makes a

The Fiddle Handbook is a treasure trove of information spanning the whole range of fiddle playing. It looks in detail at the most commonly played styles among today's fiddlers. From America there's old time bluegrass Cajun Western swing country blues rock klezmer and jazz while from the British Isles there's Irish Scottish and English. There is also a quick romp through Eastern Europe and beyond from the spike fiddles of Africa and Asia to the Chinese Erhu the fabulous Indian Sarangi and the mysterious Norwegian Hardingfele.A wealth of musical examples - ornaments bowing patterns scales modes exercises and complete tunes - arefaithfully reproduced on the accompanying CDs to give you a taste of each style. And finally the book answers once and for all the hoary old question 'What's the difference between a fiddle and a violin?' The answer of course is that fiddle players have more fun...

A collection of 63 gypsy tunes from Eastern Europe and the Balkans collected and arranged for fiddle with chord symbols. Countries represented include Russia Hungary Romania Ex-Yugoslavia Poland Czech Republic Slovakia Bulgaria Romany Tunes and some Virtuoso gypsy pieces to finish. Difficulty level ranges from easy to advanced. Accompanying CD was recorded live by Gundula Gruen (violin) and Zivorad Nikolilc (accordion).

Written by Gypsy Violin expert Mary Ann Harbar this comprehensive beginner's guide contains everything you need to know to start playing the Violin in an authentic Gypsy style. Gypsy Violin Basicstakes students on a musical journey along the Romany trail assimilating the musical idioms of Eastern Europe and the Mideast. Here are the core nuggets of the flashy and exotic Gypsy style distilled to theiressence. This book demonstrates all of the techniques required to master the style such as scales bowings ornaments and more. A selection of fun easy-to-play Gypsy tunes are also included along with online lead andaccompaniment tracks. Gypsy Violin Basics also features a glossary of techniques and terms.

A unique collection of 66 fiddle tunes illustrating the major regional styles found across America and Canada. This book contains rare vintage photographs player's biographical profiles historical and performance notes bowingindications and information on cross-tunings and the American institution of fiddle contests. The authors have collaborated brilliantly on this labor of love to produce a definitive volume of tunes transcribed from recordings bymany of the best fiddlers in North America. Exemplary tunes are included from the Northeast Southeast and Western regions plus various widespread ethnic styles including Cajun Irish Scandinavian Klezmer and Eastern Europeanstyles. Includes access to online audio.

Winner of the Music Industries Association Best Education Publication in 2011. Violin Globetrotters brings together 12 toe-tapping original tunes in styles from around the world - from Arabic to Chinese and from klezmer to the Argentinian tango - for the budding violinist. This unique book presents a kaleidoscope of musical traditions with supporting background information and backing tracks that capture each sound-world. To help with technique and interpretation every piece includes tailored warm-ups and stylistic tips from the author. With options for violin or piano accompaniment and an inspirational CD ViolinGlobetrotters is the ultimate resource for aspiring violinists looking to go travellin' ... 12 fun pieces in styles from around the world Suitable for young violinists everywhere Range of styles including bossa nova klezmer blues Cajun Greek and West African Fascinating background information and tailored warm-ups for every piece Includes violin accompaniments for a teacher or more experienced pupil and piano accompaniments with guitar chords CD with performances and backings for every piece recorded by renowned world-music performers Contents: Dublin Time (jig Ireland) Stoppin' off in Louisiana (Cajun USA) Relaxing in Rio (bossa nova Brazil) Dancing in Odessa (klezmer Eastern Europe) Shanghai Rickshaw Ride (pentatonic China) Acropolis Dance (rebetico Greece) Tango in San Telmo (tango Argentina) Iguazu Rapids (chamamé Argentina) Cairo Cradle Song (Arabic lullaby Egypt) 'Hole in my Shoe' Blues (blues USA) Bulgarian Gallop (Bulgaria) African Jamboree (West Africa)

Cellist Ben Davis presents a collection of pieces for solo cello drawn from the rich tradition of Irish folk music. The collection covers a range of styles including Jigs, Reels, Hornpipes and Marches. The volume includes notes on the tunes, and is accompanied by a CD with a recording of all tunes. German and French translations of all texts are available as PDF downloads from the Schott Music website. Suitable for players of grades 3-8.Part of the bestselling World Music series, which also includes music from England, Ireland, Scotland, Eastern Europe, America, Argentina, India, China and Korea / Violoncelle