Samples of tunes from a lot of fiddlers who represent their region including biography material and comments on the way the tune is played. This book and cassette combo takes you on an American journey of the music that shaped this country. Designed for learners with little or no experience with fiddle or violin playing. Topics such as tuning, practicing, holding the instrument, and learning by ear. Fingering and bowing patterns are illustrated.
Standard notation is included although no music reading ability is required.
Basic bowing, rhythms, scales and tune variations are demonstrated and explained. Arr. for Viola by Michael H. Hoffheimer. Geared toward violists looking for trad repertoire and how to play it, or for experienced fiddlers who have a viola on their hands and want tips on playing their usual repertoire. Ninety tunes, notated in alto and treble clef. Contains tunes from hoedowns to waltzes of all levels of difficulty.