American Fiddle Method Volume 1 (Paperback)

Brian Wicklund

ISBN 10: 0786688025 / ISBN 13: 9780786688029

Published by Mel Bay Publications,U.S., 2015

About this Item

Paperback. Destined to become a classic, this method provides the beginner with the elements needed to become a proficient fiddler. Based on many years of teaching experience, the author introduces the concepts and techniques that yields solid results. This method encourages creativity in the student by including variations to the tunes and illustrating how they can serve as a basis for improvisation. To assist in the development of ensemble skills, chords and lyrics, basic music theory, and demonstrations of such skills as backup and lead playing are included in this profusely- illustrated book. An online audio for listening and play-along captures the excitement of the music and aids instruction. This book is beneficial for both fiddle students and classical Suzuki violin students. Includes access to online audio. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: American Fiddle Method Volume 1 (Paperback)
• Publisher: Mel Bay Publications,U.S.
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0786688025
• ISBN 13: 9780786688029
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Destined to become a classic, this method provides the beginner with the elements needed to become a proficient fiddler. Based on many years of teaching experience, the author introduces the concepts and techniques that yields solid results. This method encourages creativity in the student by including variations to the tunes and illustrating how they can serve as a basis for improvisation. To assist in the development of ensemble skills, chords and lyrics, basic music theory, and demonstrations of such skills as backup and lead playing are included in this profusely- illustrated book. An online audio recording download for listening and play-along captures the excitement of the music and aids instruction. This book is beneficial for both fiddle students and classical Suzuki violin students. Includes access to online audio. Tunes included: Angelina Baker Arran Boat Song Boil'em Cabbage Down Bonaparte's Retreat Buffalo Gals Cool White Cairo Cool White Camptown Races Cool White Cindy Cool White Country Waltz Cool White Crawdad Song Cool White Cripple Creek Cool White Girl I Left Behind Me Cool White Grandfather's Clock Cool White Old Joe Clark Cool White Red Haired Boy Cool White Red Wing Cool White Shortnin' Bread Cool White Soldier's Joy Cool White Southwind Cool White Stinky's Blues Cool White Turkey In The Straw Cool White Wise Old Friend Cool White