Advanced Fiddling


Book Description

A follow-up book on Craig Duncan's popular Deluxe Fiddling Method containing 40 great fiddle solos in the keys of F, B-flat, E major, E minor, and A minor. Also features tunes in altered tunings, contest-style-breakdowns, ragtime tunes, and additional fiddling favorites. the split-track CD features full performances of the first 36 tunes in the book, split between fiddle solo and guitar accompaniment. the tunes Twinkle Little Star, Under the Double Eagle, and Whiskey Before Breakfast are not on the CD.




Mel Bay presents advanced fiddling


Book Description

A follow-up book on Craig Duncan's popular "Deluxe Fiddling Method" containing 40 great fiddle solos in the keys of F, B-flat, E major, E minor, and A minor. Also features tunes in altered tunings, contest-style-breakdowns, ragtime tunes, and additional fiddling favorites. The split-track CD features full performances of the first 36 tunes in the book, split between fiddle solo and guitar accompaniment. The tunes "Twinkle Little Star, Under the Double Eagle, and "Whiskey Before Breakfast are not on the CD.




The Craig Duncan Master Fiddle Solo Collection


Book Description

Presents 140 of the most frequently played tunes in old time fiddle contests as well as the most popular bluegrass, square dance and country tunes heard throughout the United States. the performance length arrangements of contest tunes include standard as well as challenging variations on hoe-downs, rags, polkas, show pieces, and waltzes complete with suggested accompaniment chords. This encyclopedia of fiddle tunes and variations spotlights American popular fiddle music as played by the great fiddlers of our time.




Top Fiddle Solos


Book Description

If you are looking for exciting and challenging fiddle solos by one of America's hottest fiddlers, this book is for you. Contains Craig's outstanding fiddle arrangements on: Dueling Fiddles; Rocky Top; Black Mountain Rag; Tennessee Waltz; Faded Love; Cajun Fiddle; Jole Blon; Gardenia Waltz; Draggin' the Bow; Granny Does Your Dog Bite?; Black-Eyed Suzie; Wabash Cannonball; and many more. Presents 60 great fiddling tunes! the CD is sparkling stereo listening recording featuring Craig Duncan backed up by a top Nashville country rhythm section!




The Blackberry Blossom Fiddle Book for Cello


Book Description

Are you ready for a new collection of energetic, catchy fiddle tunes? The Blackberry Blossom Fiddle Book for Cello is here! This book has tunes and harmonies you will hum through the rest of the day and can give you a new reason to get excited about playing the cello! Perfect for in-person and remote private (or group) lessons, string ensembles of any combination, or impromptu chamber music parties, this book (along with the violin, viola, bass, and optional piano books) gives you eleven "mix-and-match" fiddle arrangements to play, along with short preparatory warm-up exercises. Each tune has four options so musicians at different levels can play together: an Advanced Melody, a Stress-Free Melody, a Basic Harmony, and a Teacher Harmony. You can warm up with the exercises, try the Stress-Free Melody, and then work towards the Advanced Melody. The Blackberry Blossom Fiddle Book for Cello can be played in a group or group class with the violin, viola, bass, and piano books; all of the tunes can be learned and played together as duets, trios, or in groups of any size. This cello fiddle book is entirely in first position, in the keys of D and G and will get your toes tapping and your fingers fiddling!




Fiddle Studio Book 2


Book Description

Expand your knowledge and mastery of the fiddle with Megan Beller and Fiddle Studio!Take your fiddling to the next level with a teacher who has taught hundreds of children and adults to fiddle. All the topics Megan covers in the first year of fiddle lessons are included here with detailed information and advice. Megan teaches her best tunes for advanced beginners and answers the questions she hears from her students, from when to start on an up-bow to what her favorite Cajun bands are.* Review your technique and make sure you're getting it right* Bring yourself up to speed with reading music* Learn about violin and fiddle specific markings in sheet music* Ideas for scales and warm ups* A dozen favorite fiddle tunes from Megan's fiddle studio* How to take off your tapes and still play in tune* An overview of all the kinds of fiddle tunes * Genres of folk fiddling from around the world with artist recommendations* All about developing perfect and relative pitch and improving musicianship* Next levels skills you can master your first year of playing* A review of practice routines and strategiesMegan Beller's experience includes: * 20 years of teaching private and group violin and fiddle classes* Professional recordings and performances on the fiddle* Bachelor of Music degree in violin performance and music education from the Eastman School of Music* Dozens of professional and amateur fiddlers among her former student




Twin Fiddling


Book Description

This unique book presents authentic and fun multiple fiddle arrangements in the following styles: old-time, bluegrass, western swing, waltzes, and more. Playing hints are included for all of the tunes.




Fiddle Tunes


Book Description

The perfect introduction to bluegrass and traditional fiddle tunes. Sections include: Fiddle Tunes, Hornpipes, Waltzes, Jigs, Strathspeys, Reels, and Improvisation. The 43 traditional fiddle standards covered in the book comprise the core fiddle tune repertoire. All songs are demonstrated on the included CD! Each song is taught in a basic standard" arrangement and then in an advanced variation."




The Fiddlin' Workshop


Book Description

This book was written to be used as a learning tool for beginners who read music. It presents very easy tunes to learn the basics of bowing and style, and progresses in difficulty with each tune. All of the arrangements are renditions that the author plays and has heard other fiddlers play. Many of the tunes are done in the style of Herman Johnson, a five-time National Fiddle Champion.




Fiddle Studio Complete Collection


Book Description

This is a set of all three books from Fiddle Studio and Megan Beller. Get it all in one place! Includes Fiddle Studio Book 1: Fiddling for the Complete Beginner, Fiddle Studio Book 2: Fiddling for the Advanced Beginner, and Fiddle Studio Book 3: Fiddling for the Intermediate Student. Over 300 pages of fiddle tunes and instruction!!