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.

16 Easy Pieces from the Scottish Baroque-Here's your chance to encounter the composers of 18th century Scotland with a special selection of pieces for Violin (Flute or Oboe) and Piano with optional Cello part and a CD of play-along tracks.This unique set of melodies crosses the boundaries between folk and classical music in a delightful and accessible way. You'll find dance tunes love songs two pieces by the Earl Of Kelly (a former student of Stamitz) as wel as the first modern edition of James Oswald's Thistle Sonata.Also suitable for the Flute and Oboe the tunes make creative use of the Violin's first position and are complimented by simple effective accompaniments. There arealso some newly researched authentic texts providing informative insights into the pieces and their composers.An accompanying CD presents both demonstration recordings and play-along backing tracks.