Kevin Burke: Learn to Play Irish Fiddle Lesson One: Fiddle: Instrumental Tutor

DVD Two: Reels Jigs and Gavottes-In this second edition Kevin Burke presents a number of repertoire-building instrumentals each contributing new techniques disciplines or song-styles. The pieces are presented note-for-note and then analysed in terms of rols grace notes bowing techniques rhythmic timing and phrasing. Through this analysis Burke defines the key elements that characterise the traditional Irish sound.

A practical introduction to styles from England Ireland Scotland and Wales-Traditional Fiddle introduces eight regional Fiddle styles from England Ireland Scotland and Wales with contributions from world-renowned fiddlers Kevin Burke John Dipper Liz Doherty Nancy Kerr Si n Phillips Aidan O'Rourke Jenna Reid and Patsy Reid. This is the perfect introduction to traditional fiddling for intermediate players.Lively and attractive tunes suitable for players of Grades 3-7 standard.A range of tune types including 3/2 hornpipes jigs reels strathspeys and morris dance tunes.General advice on playing traditional fiddle including learning by ear performance practice and muchmore.An overview of each style plus detailed exploration of the first tune in each chapter in the form of a workshop.Practical advice on bowing ornamentation and other key stylistic features.CD with accompanied performances of all of the tunes and demonstrations of selected ornaments and bowing patterns.Companion Website with backing tracks and suggestions for further reading and listening.