Fiddling For Fun

Author : Patty Nicholas
Publisher : Alfred Music
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2024-05-28
Category : Music
ISBN : 1457404354

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Fiddlin' for Fun Functionally by Patty Nicholas Pdf

Add some variety and a little fun to the traditional violin recital. The Fiddlin' for Fun Functionally books introduce students to the "fiddling" style by taking the beginning violinist through different modifications of several pieces. Students learn about chord structures, bowing techniques, and rhythmic and harmonic variations while having a great time playing familiar tunes. The books are designed so that the student can be accompanied by a teacher, a pianist, or both. The teacher edition is for the violin teacher who cannot accompany the student on the violin without a written part. Having this book allows the violinist teacher to play along at lessons much like a traditional fiddle teacher would. Titles: * Irish Washerwoman * Boil 'Em Cabbage Down * Rubber Dolly * Old Joe Clark * Goofus * Cindy * Fiddlin' Around * Amazing Grace * Liberty * Westphalia Waltz

Author : BONNIE RIDEOUT
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2010-10-07
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781609746193

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Scottish Fiddle Encyclopedia by BONNIE RIDEOUT Pdf

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 : CRAIG DUNCAN
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2010-10-07
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781609749071

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You Can Teach Yourself Fiddling by CRAIG DUNCAN Pdf

With You Can Teach Yourself Fiddling, veteran Mel Bay author, Craig Duncan, has produced an excellent book for the beginning fiddler. Its 36 lessons teach basic techniques through specific exercises and traditional fiddle tunes. from holding the fiddle and bow correctly to playing moderately advanced tunes in double stops, Craig will guide you through each progressive step. Although it is not necessary to be able to read music at the start of this book, the author gradually introduces principles of effective note reading throughout. A unique feature of this book is that the same tune may appear in more than one lesson, increasing in difficulty with each recurrence. Each variation builds on the previous one and assists students in learning how to create their own arrangements. Even with some repetitions of the same tune, you'll find more than 50 popular fiddle tunes in the book's 80 pages. Check points and reviews keep you on track from cover to cover. the companion DVD/video covers the first 17 lessons from the book.

Author : Matt Glaser
Publisher : Oak Publications
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1974-06-01
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781783235209

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Teach Yourself Bluegrass Fiddle by Matt Glaser Pdf

Teach yourself authentic bluegrass fiddle with this book. The book contains clear instructions on the basics: bowing and left-hand techniques, solos, backup, personal advice on performance, and much more, as well as a complete selection of the best bluegrass songs to learn from. Written by Matt Glaser, chairman of the String Department at the Berklee College of Music in Boston since 1980.

Author : ED WHITCOMB
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2010-10-07
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781609742133

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Canadian Fiddle Music Volume 1 by ED WHITCOMB Pdf

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 of generous 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, folk music 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 great fiddlers. 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.

Author : Craig Duncan
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2019-09-20
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781619119543

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Great Fiddling Tunes - Fun Solos to Play by Craig Duncan Pdf

This book presents 50 traditional fiddle tunes in a variety of styles. The material includes Irish jigs, reels and hornpipes, Scottish tunes and airs, and tunes from the United States and Canada. Many of the tunes include the melody in standard notation, followed by a variation which includes common ways of playing the tune. Each of the tunes includes the fiddle melody with guitar accompaniment. Accompanying recordings performed at medium-slow tempos assist in learning and practicing. Includes access to online audio.

Author : Larry E. Newman
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2015-11-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1519275072

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Bluegrass Fiddle Fun Book for Cello by Larry E. Newman Pdf

More than thirty-five famous and traditional old Bluegrass favorites. Includes stylistic bowings and chord changes.

Author : MULTIPLE AUTHORS
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2016-06-03
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781619116238

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Fiddler Magazine's Favorites by MULTIPLE AUTHORS Pdf

Fiddler Magazine in conjunction with Mel Bay Publications, Inc. has compiled a wonderful collection of tunes and interviews with contributions from 36 of the world's greatest fiddlers. The featured artists are Charlie Acuff, Paul Anastasio, Randal Bays, Byron Berline, Kevin Burke, Vassar Clements, Michael Doucet, Jackie Dunn, J.P. Fraley, Johnny Gimble, Bruce Greene, John Hartford, Richard Greene, Ivan Hicks, Jerry Holland, Olav Johansson, James Kelly, Barbara Lamb, Laurie Lewis, Sandy MacIntyre, Natalie MacMaster, Frankie McWhorter, Bruce Molsky, Juan Reynoso, Dale Russ, Oliver Schorer, Pierre Schryer, Bjorn Stabi, Alicia Svigals, Athena Tergis, & Laura Risk, Jay Ungar, Jean-Marie Verret, Claude Williams, George Wilson and Jennifer Wrigley. Includes access to online audio

Author : Larry E. Newman
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2015-11-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1518886493

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Bluegrass Fiddle Fun Book by Larry E. Newman Pdf

More than thirty-five famous and traditional old Bluegrass favorites. Includes stylistic bowings and chord changes.

Author : ANDREW CARLSON
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2011-03-11
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781610657273

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A Guide to American Fiddling by ANDREW CARLSON Pdf

Classical violinists can help keep alive the historic traditions of American fiddle music, but doing so requires a clear understanding of performance practice. A Guide to American Fiddling exposes serious students of the violin to the technical nuances of traditional Old Time fiddling. In this book, violinist/fiddler Andrew Carlson provides a detailed technical analysis of Missouri-style fiddling, focusing primarily on the use of the bow. Carlson further offers a comparison of classical and non-classical techniques, a brief history of American fiddling, plus 23 traditional tunes with authentic bowing indications. A CD recording of the tunes is included.

Author : Margie Chan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1990-01-01
Category : Fiddle tunes
ISBN : OCLC:762574397

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Finger Fiddling Fun by Margie Chan Pdf

Author : STACY PHILLIPS
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2015-09-25
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781610655309

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Twin Fiddling by STACY PHILLIPS Pdf

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.

Author : DAVID REINER
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2015-12-08
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781610654654

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Old-Time Fiddling Across America by DAVID REINER Pdf

A unique collection of 66 fiddle tunes illustrating the major regional styles found across America and Canada. This book contains rare vintage photographs, player's biographical profiles, historical and performance notes, bowing indications, and information on cross-tunings and the American institution of fiddle contests. the authors have collaborated brilliantly on this labor of love to produce a definitive volume of tunes transcribed from recordings by many of the best fiddlers in North America. Exemplary tunes are included from the Northeast, Southeast and Western regions, plus various widespread ethnic styles including Cajun, Irish, Scandinavian, Klezmer, and Eastern European styles.

Author : Patty Nicholas
Publisher : Alfred Music
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2024-05-28
Category : Music
ISBN : 1457404362

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Fiddlin' for Fun Functionally by Patty Nicholas Pdf

Add some variety and a little fun to the traditional violin recital. The Fiddlin' for Fun Functionally books introduce students to the "fiddling" style by taking the beginning violinist through different modifications of several pieces. Students learn about chord structures, bowing techniques, and rhythmic and harmonic variations while having a great time playing familiar tunes. The books are designed so that the student can be accompanied by a teacher, a pianist, or both. The teacher edition is for the violin teacher who cannot accompany the student on the violin without a written part. Having this book allows the violinist teacher to play along at lessons much like a traditional fiddle teacher would. Titles: * Irish Washerwoman * Boil 'Em Cabbage Down * Rubber Dolly * Old Joe Clark * Goofus * Cindy * Fiddlin' Around * Amazing Grace * Liberty * Westphalia Waltz

Author : Larry E. Newman
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2015-11-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1519274882

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Bluegrass Fiddle Fun Book for Viola by Larry E. Newman Pdf

More than thirty-five famous and traditional old Bluegrass favorites. Includes stylistic bowings and chord changes.