Phil Berthoud

Phil Berthoud - musician (Fiddle, Guitar, Mandolin), author of music instruction books/folk tune collections, composer/arranger and teacher

Phil has had a number of instruction books and music collections published (mostly by American publisher Mel Bay) on fiddle, mandolin and guitar playing, which are available internationally (many titles under his full name Phil John Berthoud.)

As well as being known as an outstanding musician, Phil has made a name for himself as a composer, especially of string quartet music, guitar arrangements of well-known songs and beginner to advanced level pieces for students.

As a performer, Phil often plays with Freedom Fields Ceilidh Band, and currently plays in two duos with his wife, Mahrey – folk duo Rhillig and Stringing Along, a duo that performs for the elderly and those with learning difficulties. He also performs as a solo guitarist.

There are also many albums of Phil’s available on amazon music.