Easiest Fiddle Tunes for Children

Easiest Fiddle Tunes for Children
Author: Larry McCabe
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2011-02-14
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1610653343

This book is for beginning and intermediate fiddlers. No prior playing experience or note reading ability is required. the solos are written in both standard notation and tablature. While writing the arrangements, the author considered the small hands of children. Each tune is in the first position. Most of the notes are on the first three strings and there are no bowings or fingerings that present inordinate technical difficulties.Every song in the book is included on the companion CD. the tunes are recorded at a moderate speed, and include count-off notes and rhythm guitar accompaniment.

The Fiddler's Fakebook

The Fiddler's Fakebook
Author: David Brody
Publisher: Oak Publications
Total Pages: 303
Release: 1983-01-06
Genre: 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.”

Learn to Play Irish Fiddle

Learn to Play Irish Fiddle
Author: Philip John Berthoud
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 121
Release: 2011-02-14
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1610658612

Learn to Play Irish Fiddle is a book and two CD set that introduces the absolute beginner to the great traditional fiddle music of Ireland, going right from the basics of how to hold and make the first sounds on the instrument - through specially composed, manageable tunes in the Irish style - right up to playing traditional reels, jigs and other dance tunes from the traditional repertoire (the specially composed tunes bridge the gap between the basics and the traditional music). Embellishments and techniques that make good Irish fiddle playing so infectious, such as rolls, cuts, triplets and slides are gradually introduced. the student will also become familiar with some of the more advanced ideas concerning playing Irish traditional music such as variations and dynamics - subjects which are covered in greater detail in "Irish Fiddle Playing: A Guide for the Serious Player" book/CD sets by the same author. Useful appendices and a cross-referenced glossary are also included.The accompanying CDs contain all the tunes in the book (played at a slow tempo) plus many exercises.There is NO NEED FOR ANY PRIOR MUSICAL KNOWLEDGE in order to use this book. Each aspect of playing and theory is covered in an accessible and manageable way.

Blues Fiddling Classics

Blues Fiddling Classics
Author: Craig Duncan
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 60
Release: 2011-02-09
Genre: Music
ISBN: 161065501X

25 blues classics arranged for fiddling solo. Songs are grouped into 12 bar blues, 16 bar blues, early blues songs, minor blues, and more. Designed to acquaint the fiddler with various approaches to the styles in blues fiddling. Stereo recording, with fiddle and guitar, include all twenty five tunes from the book. Each tune is presented with the bare bones melody first, followed by blues solos on the tune. the CD is great for learning blues fiddle styles as well as listening enjoyment. Contains guitar accompaniment/rhythm part.

Children's Fiddling Method Volume 1

Children's Fiddling Method Volume 1
Author: Carol Ann Wheeler
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 73
Release: 2015-10-26
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1609749200

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.

Fiddle Studio Book 1

Fiddle Studio Book 1
Author: Megan Beller
Publisher:
Total Pages: 70
Release: 2019-12-16
Genre:
ISBN: 9781676368458

Learn to play the fiddle from scratch with Megan Beller and Fiddle Studio!With no prior musical experience you can learn traditional fiddle, play music you enjoy, and develop a fun and rewarding new skill. All of the topics Megan covers in her beginning fiddle lessons are included here with detailed information and advice. Megan teaches her favorite starting tunes and gives answers to the questions she hears from beginners, from how much rosin to put on your bow to the easiest way to keep your fiddle in tune. * Purchase your first fiddle and bow* Set up your instrument for ease and enjoyment* Learn by ear or with note reading* Get hooked on fun and easy fiddle tunes* Learn proper technique for a great sound * Avoid common hang-ups and set-backs* Plan a solid practicing routine* Stay on track to succeedMegan 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

Children's Graded Fiddle Solos Volume 1

Children's Graded Fiddle Solos Volume 1
Author: Carol Ann Wheeler
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 97
Release: 2015-05-29
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1610656377

This book of fiddle solos is a companion to Children's Fiddling Method Volume 1.The tunes, presented first in their simplest form followed by progressively moredifficult arrangements, utilize the skills and techniques introduced in the method book. While created for children, this music will also be enjoyed by adults whowish to gain an understanding of how to fiddle a tune. Teachers will find it a greatteaching aid, as they can play the more difficult arrangements while the studentchooses which ever arrangement suits their current playing ability. Fiddlers can grow into the tunes as they progress to higher skill levels and while this is happening, they will absorb the concepts and techniques of how to fiddle, which can be used in all fiddle tunes they play. All readers will delight in the eye-friendly layout carefully created so as help the student with ease of reading and toeliminate the intimidation that frequently occurs when less experienced players read tunes with lots of notes. Audio download available online

Old-Time Fiddle for the Complete Ignoramus!

Old-Time Fiddle for the Complete Ignoramus!
Author: Wayne Erbsen
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2005-10
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781883206482

Here, at long last, is the perfect fiddle book for the true and total beginner. No previous experience needed! Wayne takes you through every step of adjusting, tuning, holding and playing the fiddle. The tunes are written out in Waynes unique and easy tab system an also in standard notation. Fiddle instruction has never been simpler, clearer, or more humorous. Includes instructional CD.

Easy Fiddle Solos

Easy Fiddle Solos
Author: Dick Weissman
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2011-03-04
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1610655788

This book of original pieces is intended to give the beginning fiddler an immediate grasp of the fundamentals of fiddling in an instructive yet enjoyable way. the authors assume that the student is capable of reading music in the first position in various keys. Rare in fiddle notation- a tablature

Irish Music for Fiddle Made Easy

Irish Music for Fiddle Made Easy
Author: Philip John Berthoud
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2015-11-18
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1610653513

An exciting collection of 29 traditional tunes from Ireland, arranged for easy fiddle. All tunes are written clearly in standard notation with bow directions. an accompanying CD contains all the tunes, played at a manageable speed, with guitar accompaniment.The collection contains airs, well known songs, polkas, slip jigs, slides, double jigs, hornpipes and reels, all of which are specially arranged by the author with the beginning/intermediate fiddle player in mind. on the CD, the tunes are played 2 or 3 times, so you can really get into the feel of the tune, when playing along. the speed of the tunes is quite slow, but not so slow as to take away from the essential feel of the music.Irish music is rightly popular all over the world. the haunting beauty of the slow airs and infectious foot-tapping rhythms of jigs and reels are here to be discovered in this selection of great traditional music.