Modern Fiddling Method Grade 1

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 absolute beginning 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 solid foundation 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.

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 solid foundation 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. Audio download available online

Modern Fiddling Method Grade 2 continues to thoroughly and sequentially build technique, music theory, fiddle bowings and left hand devices through 3rd position. Here the student completes the most essential skills necessary to perform competently in the genre. It contains medium and normal speed recordings of each tune. Includes Liberty, Old Joe Clark, Soldier's Joy, Fisher's Hornpipe, Ragtime Annie, St. Anne's Reel, Turkey in the Straw, plus twin fiddling, a rag, a waltz, Celtic tunes and more!

As both a championship fiddler and superb teacher, Carol Ann Wheeler brings all her talents to bear in this fiddling book written especially for young children. Students raised in the Suzuki tradition will immediately take to the method, concepts, and techniques used in this book. Common folk songs familiar to the student are used to demonstrate and teach the basic skill of old-time fiddle playing. All melodies are first presented in their simplest form followed by more complex variations with introductions, ornaments, and endings. Students of all levels will find challenging material in this book. Younger students can proceed at their own pace, returning to the more difficult variations at a future time.

A Step-by-step method written for beginning cello students of any age, with or without a teacher.The left page gives information about the tune: where the hard spots are, various techniques and some music theory.The right page provides different bowing patterns and a line of music at the bottom showing you all the notes that are used in the tune. Scales and arpeggios are included with most tunes.The companion CD teaches all of the tunes, studies, scales and arpeggios in this book by ear.Learn to read notated music in the first position of the cello, playing classical, American, Celtic and blues tunes as well as how to follow a chord chart and accompany other musicians.

New cello students nearly always start in first position aided by finger tapes or guides for accurate finger placement. As they advance, they are expected to learn to shift out of first position, but the focus is on the movement of the shift rather than on note locations or pitch accuracy. In this book, author and versatile cellist Halley Feaster introduces a step-by-step approach to understanding each position, leading to thorough comprehension of the cello fingerboard and a more confident and well-rounded player. Together with its engaging video component, Cello Position Handbook shows advanced beginners and intermediate students what notes are available in each of 12 positions. Short exercises and excerpts are provided for practice in each location, ultimately enabling fluid performance without excessive shifting. On completion of this volume, students will be familiar with what notes are available in each position and be able to move comfortably between them while expanding their repertoires. Includes access to online video.

This volume builds on the techniques explained in Children's Fiddling Method Volume 1. While created with children in mind, this book is equally well suited for adults, violinists, and string teachers. What sets this method apart from others is that the tunes will first be played slowly, unaccompanied, so that you can hear the notes and how the tune goes. Then, an arrangement follows which is more up to tempo with backup. All of the tunes will be broken down into parts for easier learning, and new fiddling techniques will be explained as they are introduced. Often, different versions will be offered for the same tune, providing variety and a way to learn more concepts, skills, and ideas that can be used in other tunes. The goal is to play along with the extensive online audio. Special features of this volume are some optional twin fiddle parts and tips on twin fiddling. These pieces are great for teachers to use with students or for students to play with friends. Includes access to an extended length online audio

Wedding Music for Violin and Viola includes 14 favorites for weddings, recitals, parties and receptions. New adaptations of these arrangements allow each musician to share melodic, harmonic and accompanying elements. These duets are well suited for intermediate to advanced musicians and include bowings, fingerings, articulations and dynamics. Includes two separate 28-page pull-out parts for violin and viola.