Author : Anne Witt
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 11,54 MB
Release : 2010-10-07
Category : Music
ISBN : 1609746805
The forty-five tunes in this collection represent the vast repertoire of traditional Scottish fiddle music dating back to the 1700s.There is a long history of music shared between fiddle, bagpipe and song. Included are laments, airs, marches, strathspeys, reels and jigs. the music has been edited and arranged for viola along with guitar chords if desired for accompaniment. the tunes are presented in sets of three or four for solo performance.
Author : Bonnie Rideout
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 137 pages
File Size : 16,85 MB
Release : 2010-10-07
Category : Music
ISBN : 1609746198
As part of the Mel Bay Encyclopedia Series, the purpose of this book is to offer fiddlers direct access to the gems of the genre. Composers represented in this volume span a three hundred year period including works by: Patrick MacDonald, Adam Craig, Capt. Charles Duff, Simon Fraser, Robert and Joseph Lowe, Robert MacIntosh, William Marshall, and J. Scott Skinner. Ms. Rideout's original compositions are also included. the tunes are listed in order by key signature to enable the fiddler to put sets together for performance, competition or session playing. This book contains extra marches and strathspeys unique to Scottish fiddling. the end of the book is dedicated to solo numbers consisting of piobaireachd (pibroch) and slow airs. the Scottish Fiddle Encyclopedia is an essential tune book for musicians interested in developing a deeper appreciation for genuine traditional Scottish fiddle music.
Author : Anne Witt
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 26,66 MB
Release : 2012-03-02
Category : Music
ISBN : 1619112159
This collection contains twenty-four pieces from 18th and 19th century Scotland. Included are airs and dance tunes originally for voice or fiddle. These duet arrangements are perfect for student and teacher as well as viola colleagues. the music is presented in sets of two or three tunes ready for performance. the traditional music of Scotland has unique and beautiful qualities and is fun to play.
Author : Anne Witt
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 30,3 MB
Release : 2012-03-02
Category : Music
ISBN : 161911206X
The twenty-five pieces in this collection date back to 18th and 19th century Scotland. Included are song and fiddle airs, strathspeys, reels, jigs, a hornpipe and the sword dance. the pieces are arranged for viola and cello with guitar chords. Since the viola generally has the melody, the pieces can also be played by solo viola. the music of Scotland is unique. the airs have their own special beauty, and the dances are fun to play with lively tempos, dotted rhythms, and sudden key changes. This music has been the pleasure of country fiddler and pipers. Now violists and cellists, and their listeners, can feel themselves transported to the Lowlands and Highlands of Scotland.Twenty-five pieces dating back to 18th and 19th century Scotland.Includes song and fiddle airs, strathspeys, reels, jigs, a hornpipe and the sword dance.Since the viola generally has the melody, the pieces can also be played by solo viola, and guitar chords are included.The airs have a special beauty and the dances are fun to play, with lively tempos, dotted rhythms, and sudden key changes.
Author : David Brody
Publisher : Oak Publications
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 38,65 MB
Release : 1983-01-06
Category : Music
ISBN : 1783235829
From the author’s preface: “This book was conceived four years ago, almost to the day, at a time when I was teaching fiddle and mandolin in New York City. It was my idea then, with my students in mind, to compile a book of the most often played, most important and most interesting fiddle tunes from the various Celtic and North American traditions. The tunes were chosen by cataloging a large number of recordings by tune title. A tally was taken to find out which had been recorded most often. This established a foundation of material that could not be left out. To this list I added the names of other pieces which had not been recorded as frequently, but which I knew were played regularly and with respect. I admit to sprinkling the collection with a few lesser known tunes which happen to be personal favorites, but I am sure they will hold their own when placed next to the old war horses of the fiddler’s repertoire. . . . Although I started out with my students in mind this book has turned out to be the book that I’ve always wanted and I hope that it will serve the advanced player as well as the beginner.”
Author : Craig Duncan
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 45,68 MB
Release : 2015-12-29
Category : Music
ISBN : 1609743849
This collection contains 14 arrangements of 22 traditional tunes from Ireland and Scotland in a variety of styles including jigs, reels, hornpipes, slip jigs, strathspeys, waltzes and airs. the harmonies are written so that various combinations from solo instrument with piano, to duets and trios, to full string quartet/orchestra are possible. the viola book includes melody (solo) viola, viola harmony, third violin, and full score including violin, viola and cello parts with piano accompaniment. All of the Celtic Tunes for Solo and Ensemble books (Violin, Viola and Cello/Bass) are written as ensemble books, so they can be played as solo books or together as ensemble.
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Publisher : Centerstream Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 33,62 MB
Release : 1998-07
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781574240566
(Fiddle). This comprehensive collection of fabulous fiddle tunes includes reels, hornpipes, strathspeys, jigs, waltzes and slow airs.
Author : Michael John Sanchez
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 381 pages
File Size : 23,62 MB
Release : 2014-11-10
Category : Music
ISBN : 1118930231
Learn to play the fiddle? Easy. Tackling a new instrument can be intimidating, but with this easy-to-use guide, you'll have no trouble at all! From selecting, tuning, and caring for your fiddle to mastering various music styles, Fiddle For Dummies walks you step-by-step through everything you need to start playing the fiddle like a pro. You'll discover how to hold a fiddle, master fundamental techniques, and take your skills to the next level. This title also features companion audio tracks and instructional video clips hosted online at Dummies.com to help further enhance your skills. The fiddle is a popular instrument across many continents, and is a favorite for many because it is small and portable. Playing the fiddle can expose you to a range of musical styles from all over the world, such as Irish, Scottish, Celtic/Cape Breton, country, folk, bluegrass, and more. Plus, if you're already a violin player, you'll impress yourself and fellow musicians as you unlock your instrument to open up a whole new world of sounds. Learn fiddle techniques and fundamentals Select, tune, and care for your fiddle Join the folk instrument movement and master the fiddle Play fiddle music from all over the world Whether you're a complete beginner or a violin player looking to branch out and try something new, Fiddle For Dummies will have you fit as a fiddle in no time.
Author : Peter Cooper
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 57 pages
File Size : 39,39 MB
Release : 2010-12-29
Category : Music
ISBN : 1610652746
This collection includes many favourite Irish fiddle tunes. Some are easy to play, others more challenging. the bowing techniques, ornamentation and other aspects of playing style summarized in the introduction will be familiar to readers of Pete's earlier book, the Complete Irish Fiddle Player, as will source musicians like Julia Clifford, Tommy Peoples, Lucy Farr, John Doherty and Padraig O'Keeffe. Here though, instead of proceeding in 'fiddle method' style from simpler to more complex tunes, regional repertoire and styles are explored. Grouped in sets for performance, the tunes from any one tradition can be of varying levels of difficulty. Less experienced players may find sets 5, 6 and 29, for example, quite approachable, as well as the first reel in set 14 and the second single jig in set 15. All tunes included on companion CD.
Author : Jeanine Orme
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 61 pages
File Size : 39,60 MB
Release : 2022-10-06
Category : Music
ISBN : 1513470914
This book presents the most widely played fiddle tunes in easy-to-read arrangements for viola. The viola edition features the same tunes in the same keys as the author’s original The Fiddlin’ Workshop and The Fiddlin' Workshop for Cello, so all three instruments could conceivably jam together. Designed for beginning through intermediate players, the arrangements progress in difficulty with each tune. A few tunes are presented in both easier and more challenging versions. In addition to helpful hints on fingerings and bowing, this collection contains suggested guitar accompaniment chords and a bit of fiddlin’ history and related folklore. Includes access to an excellent online audio recording of the book’s tunes and variations.
