A delightful repertory of first position pieces, arranged in order of difficulty, with piano accompaniment, by Betty M Barlow. / Violon

This collection contains 16 traditional fiddling tunes from across North America. They are arranged in a theme and variation format typical of American fiddling. The authentic fiddling style harmonies are written so that variouscombinations from solo instrument with piano to duets and trios to full string quartet/orchestra are possible. Included are two violin parts and piano accompaniment. American Fiddle Tunes for Solo and Ensemble books are written asensemble books so they can be played as solo books with piano accompaniment or together as ensemble.

This collection presents solo violin/fiddle arrangements from the Maggie’s Music CD Early American Roots by the Hesperus Early Music Ensemble. It includes a cross-section of popular American instrumental music from before andjust after the American Revolution including country dance tunes improvisations and shape note hymns. The dance music in this collection represents two basic genres of dance: country dances and cotillions. All the tunes inthis book are playable on the standard-tuned fiddle (violin). The tunes have been arranged in the order found on the album as much as possible. Chords are provided to identify the harmonic structure of each piece as well as togive the opportunity for the use of an accompanying instrument such as the guitar.

All the fiddle tunes on the CD The World's Hottest Fiddlers (C.M.H. Productions 8651; 2002) except one are transcribed in detail for this book. These fifteen cuts which include seventeen tunes incorporate old-time standardssuch as 'Sally Ann' as played by Kenny Baker bluegrass standards such as 'Orange Blossom Special' as played by Steve Thomas Texas swing tunes such as 'Beaumont Rag' as played by Johnny Gimble and song tunes such as 'Blue Moonof Kentucky' as played by Benny Martin. Other highlights include the complete twin fiddling parts for Benny Martin and Buddy Spicher's 'Down Yonder ' and the twin fiddle parts for Johnny Gimble's 'Black and White Rag.' Elevenother tunes are featured by fiddlers Barbara Lamb Mike Hartgrove Glen Duncan Sonny Mead Ramona Jones Paul Warren and Fiddlin' Red Herron.

Violin Play-Along Volume 9-The Violin Play-Along Series will help you play your favorite songs quickly and easily. Just follow the music listen to the CD to hear how the violin should sound and then play along using the separate backing tracks. With themelody and lyrics included in the book you may also choose to sing along. Chord symbols are provided should you wish to elaborate on the melody. The audio CD is playable on any CD player and also enhanced so Mac and PC users canadjust the recording to any tempo without changing pitch! This volume includes the songs: Boot Scootin' Boogie ? Born to Fly ? Chattahoochee ? Friends in Low Places ? Guitars Cadillacs ? What Hurts theMost ? Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under' ? Wide Open Spaces.

Western Swing Fiddle. Learn the three basic styles of western swing fiddling. The melody section includes classic techniques to help you achieve an authentic sound. Harmony Fiddling covers the basics of two- and three-part fiddling. The Improvising section unlocks the secrets of the hot, jazzy fiddling heard on recordings by Bob Wills, Asleep at the Wheel, and many others. Includes access to online audio with play-along section where you can try out new techniques.

The Fiddle Club series provides a valuable resource of Fiddle tunes for anyone interested in this style of music. The authors who are music instructors have included various markings (bar numbers fingerings and bowings) which are helpful in teaching especially in group situations. Several of the tunes in this collection include parts for two Violins.

Meticulously collected from recordings square and contra dances fiddle contests jam sessions and individual fiddlers- this book is meant to provide a snapshot of what American fiddlers were playing and listening to in thelatter part of the 20th Century. As the vinyl record format disappears from the marketplace a great deal of recorded fiddle music will no longer be available. In this book Stacy Phillips shares the fruits of some timelycollecting for all fiddlers to enjoy. Bowings fingerings and guitar chords are provided for each melody line.

Big Note/Large Print Edt.-This big note large print book offers 43 traditional fiddle solos in standard notation with chord symbols. Selections include: Arkansas Traveler; Back Up and Push; The Blarney Pilgrim; Beaumont Rag; Bill Cheatham; Billy in theLowground; Blackberry Blossom; Bonaparte's Retreat; Cotton-eyed Joe; Cripple Creek; Down Yonder; Dill Pickle Rag; Drowsy Maggie; Durham's Bull; Eighth of January; Fisher's Hornpipe; Fire on the Mountain; Garry Owen; Haste to theWedding; Jolie Blond; Maidens Prayer; and more. The free on line audio recording contains performances of all the tunes in the book.

Canadian fiddle music receives the credit and recognition it deserves in this lively collection of tunes from virtually every province and ethnic group in Canada. Originally published in 1990 this project is the result ofgenerous donations by numerous fiddlers and fans of fiddle music. In addition to the preservation and popularization of this folk music form the contributors shared these common goals in this endeavor: composer recognition folkmusic revitalization in Canada and abroad acknowledgement of the violin and its own origins in the development of fiddle music and its place in Canadian society note reading and chording and to pay tribute to many greatfiddlers. This revised edition features contributions of 200 of the best tunes from the first printing as well as 200 new tunes. They consist of hornpipes strathspeys polkas waltzes calypsos reels clogs two-steps jigs airs breakdowns schottishes marches rags and laments. A bibliography and the background of each composer is included.

Since the 1960's here has been an extraordinary revival of old-time string band music in California and indeed throughout the American West. Despite being born blind Kenny Hall has been a mainstay of many fiddle festivals and ofthe Western fiddle and string band revival in general. Kenny's musical style is passionate and energetic. This book is a helpful guide to his vast repertoire learned through years of careful listening. It is also a wonderfuladdition to the fiddler's bookshelf and a fitting tribute to a man who for many an aspiring fiddler has been a friend guide exemplar and patron. Many of the tunes includes nonsense lyrics that Kenny used to help him rememberthe melody and each tune is accompanied by Kenny's comments. The book is divided into five chapters: fiddle- based tunes (Fiddle Faddle) mandolin-based tunes (Rags Tags and Wags) Waltzes tunes from an origin other than theUnited States or the British Isles (Kenny's Rambles); and vocal-based pieces including lyrics (Songs Ballads Ditties). Some of the transcriptions are written primarily for fiddle or mandolin but most tunes can be performed oneither instrument. This deluxe guide to Kenny Hall's vast repertoire offers fans of old-time music a great way to get to know Kenny and his music.

The Fiddle Club is an educational series of books and recording each featuring a unique collection of traditional and original folk tunes. It provides a valuable resource of fiddle tunes for anyone interested in this style ofmusic. The authors music instructors included various markings (bar numbers fingerings and bowings) which are helpful in teaching especially in group situations. Several of the tunes in this first collection include parts fortwo violins. The tunes in this book have been recorded by the Calgary Fiddlers and are available on CD. In the recording the tunes have been grouped into medleys which follow the order of the book. For those individuals who wouldlike to perform this material a piano and guitar accompaniment edition is available for each collection.

Six Country Dances is an anthology of tunes from Playford’s ‘The English Dancing Master’ selected and arranged by Richard Rodney Bennett. Playford’s collection was first published in 1651 and contained 535 popular tunes for country dancing. Richard Rodney Bennett’s skilful and inspired arrangements are perfect for intermediate standard players adding as they do a contemporary slant to these classics of the English folk repertoire. This edition is for Violin and Piano.

Media Type : Book+DVD Level : Intermediate-Advanced Musical Genre : Bluegrass Number of pages : 56 Wow your audience with four dozen pro techniques and three sizzling tunes to show them off (including The Devil Went Down to Georgia), with this 4-hour 2-DVD set. A lifetime course for the price of one lesson! Intermediate to advanced; for fiddle or classical cross-over players. Includes: --Interactive-Study what you want, when you want --Lots of flashy techniques - a lesson devoted to each --Friendly, measure-by-measure tune instruction - hear, see, play along --Play-alongs in both slow and performance tempos --Easy and Hot versions of each tune, with interchangeable licks --Fun practice lick for each technique --Book contains all the music on the DVD

Media Type : Book Level : Beginning Musical Genre : Country Number of pages : 48 An excellent, concise method for fiddling. Appropriate for children, this text also will prepare the fiddler for transition into classics. Widely used by string teachers!