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The American Fiddle Method, Volume 1 - Fiddle Book/CD/DVD Set. (Beginning Fiddle Tunes and Techniques). By Brian Wicklund. For Fiddle. Methods. American Fiddle Method. Bluegrass & Country. Beginning. Book+CD+DVD. 64 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.99471SET).
ISBN 9780786668656. Bluegrass & Country. 8.75x11.75 inches.
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. This book is beneficial for both fiddle students and classical Suzuki violin students. A CD for listening and play-along captures the excitement of the music and aids instruction. This set also includes the companion DVD, in which the author guides you through the basic skills of learning the fiddle and shares his pointers and shortcuts to help you learn faster and more efficiently.
Desmodia
Location: from
Difficulty Level:
Beginner
January 28, 2012
Great book for beginners
I bought this for a friend who's taking up fiddle as an adult -- no musical background. This book, especially since they've added the DVD, is a great basic intro to violin technique and fiddling -- even can teach music reading with some motivation on the student's part. The techniques...
5 of 10 people found this review helpful.
Anonymous
Location: from Virginina
Difficulty Level:
Early intermediate
March 26, 2009
Fun to learn
Fun tunes that are fairly easy to learn with a little practice. Much better than the usual stuff, the format and layout are great, the CD and DVD are a big help. Being able to read the music while you listen to a tune that you aren't familiar with helps...
13 of 28 people found this review helpful.
Anonymous
Location: from Hawaii
Difficulty Level:
Early intermediate
February 25, 2008
Fun and Educstional
My students ar enjoying these upbeat tunes. They are being introduced to double stops and new bowing patterns. I'm especialy impressed with the DVD. One student in particular is showing improved posture and bowing technic.
14 of 27 people found this review helpful.
Richard Waller
Location: from Albany, GA
Difficulty Level:
Early intermediate
January 24, 2008
Lifesaver
I took up violin rather late in life and don't to Paganini or Sarasate, but with the help of Brian Wicklund, I can fiddle, by golly. And remember, the only difference between the violin and the fiddle is the spelling.
14 of 30 people found this review helpful.
jan
Location: from cleveland oh
Difficulty Level:
Early intermediate