Format : Sheet music + CD
SKU: MB.30091
ISBN 9781513466378. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
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.
SKU: HL.14011279
8.25x11.75x0.04 inches. English.
A supplementary book of repertoire for three Violins (with Optional Viola, Cello and Piano accompaniment, as arranged and edited by Peter Mountain. This collection features twenty-eight arrangements, including: Ash Grove, Autumn (The Four Seasons), Greensleeves, Kum Ba Yah, Lincolnshire Poacher, Minstrel Boy and more...
SKU: FG.55009-204-4
ISBN 979-0-55009-204-4.
Nordgren's music has been influenced by a lifelong interest in folk music. Local folk tradition figures prominently in his early output and studies in Japan led to cross!cultural explorations of oriental and western instrumentations. Portraits of Country Fiddlers are five adaptations of Finnish fiddlers' tunes which combine his splendid feeling for string technique with the spirited and witty style of the folk tradition.
SKU: FG.55011-029-8
ISBN 979-0-55011-029-8.
SKU: HL.50606510
ISBN 9781705190739. UPC: 196288126867.
Bartók composed the Sonatina for solo piano in his 'Romanian year' of 1915; this was when he also composed the set of Romanian Folk Dances and the Romanian Christmas Carols. In this relatively short piano piece (lasting three to four minutes), the composer used instrumental folk music collected in Transylvania. In the first movement, Bartók conjures up two bagpipes, and, in the second, a fiddler playing for a bear dance. The first edition of the Sonatina was published by Rózsavölgyi in 1919, and the composer premieredthe work in 1920 in Pozsony (Bratislava). This separate print is based on volume 38 of the Bartók Complete Critical Edition published in 2019, in which Henle Verlag of Munichand Editio Musica Budapest published the piano works composed between 1914 and 1920. The musical text is accompanied by a preface in English and Hungarian by László Somfai, and by editorial remarks which not only discuss the sources but also offer practical advice for performers. Contents: 1. Bagpipers 2. Bear Dance 3. Finale.
SKU: HL.126221
UPC: 884088995249. 6.75x10.5 inches.
This vibrant work is infused with joyful energy! Three American folksongs are combined with original words and music to create a spectacular showcase for school and community groups. The authentic fiddle obbligato adds to the fun! Includes: Cotton Eyed Joe, Cumberland Gap, Goin' Across the Mountain.