Anthology of Fiddle Dance Tunes
Anthology of Fiddle Dance Tunes

Author: Bill Guest

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2021-12-17

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13: 1513459341

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In this generous collection, Nova Scotian fiddler Bill Guest presents standard notation of easy to intermediate-level traditional tunes, some of his own more complex original compositions plus works by twenty-one of his Canadian fiddling contemporaries. The collection offers approximately 120 dance tunes including: waltzes, hornpipes, jigs, polkas, two-steps, airs, breakdowns, reels, swing tunes, and a few 4/4 melodies for slow dancers. “The Irish Washerwoman” is presented in 3 versions with different time signatures, and five selections are arranged as duets. The salient feature of this book, however, is the enjoyment and multifaceted musical perspective gained from playing the work of so many fiddlers from across the vast commonwealth of Canada.

Anthology of Contest Fiddle Tunes
Anthology of Contest Fiddle Tunes

Author: Joe Carr

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2011-03-11

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 1610656571

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Here is a collection of 59 fiddle tunes from the rich contest fiddle tradition. Carr has collected unique variations of breakdowns, tunes-of-choice and waltzes from a who's-who of great first generation fiddlers including Benny Thommason, Major Franklin, Norman Soloman, Terry Morris, James Texas Shorty Chancellor and others. Many tunes appear here for the first time. Included is a special discussion of authentic bowing. Accompanying CD played by champion fiddler Aarun Carter.-

The Don Messer Anthology of Favorite Fiddle Tunes
The Don Messer Anthology of Favorite Fiddle Tunes

Author: Don Messer

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 1998-07-10

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 9781457496615

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This Anthology contains fiddle tunes from Way Down Easy Fiddlin' Tunes, Barndance Breakdowns and Canadian Hoedowns, Fiddlin' Favorites, and Centennial Folio. They represent Don Messer’s favorite and most requested tunes in his long career as Canad’s best-known country fiddler.

Mel Bay's Deluxe Anthology of Fiddle Styles
Mel Bay's Deluxe Anthology of Fiddle Styles

Author: David Reiner

Publisher:

Published: 2000-12

Total Pages: 86

ISBN-13: 9780786653522

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A critically acclaimed book covering old-time, bluegrass, Irish, blues, Scandinavian, Cajun, Texas, swing and jazz, and twin fiddling styles. This book also covers bowing, chords, chord progressions, kickoffs and endings, and improvisation. The companion recording features David Reiner's solo performance of all the tunes in the book.

Deluxe Anthology of Fiddle Styles
Deluxe Anthology of Fiddle Styles

Author: David Reiner

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2011-01-24

Total Pages: 89

ISBN-13: 1610654315

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A critically acclaimed book covering old-time, bluegrass, Irish, blues, Scandinavian, Cajun, Texas, swing and jazz, and twin fiddling styles. This book also covers bowing, chords, chord progressions, kickoffs and endings, and improvisation. the companion recording features David Reiner's solo performance of all the tunes in the book.

The Fiddler's Almanac
The Fiddler's Almanac

Author: Ryan J. Thomson

Publisher: Captain Fiddle Publications

Published: 1985

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9780931877001

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Includes a wealth of fiddling lore and illustrations; a guide to buying a fiddle and bow; tips on learning and playing the fiddle; over 800 listings of books, records, fiddling and bluegrass organizations, fiddling schools and camps, violin making supplies, films, etc.; information about fiddle contests.

John Hartford's Mammoth Collection of Fiddle Tunes
John Hartford's Mammoth Collection of Fiddle Tunes

Author: John Hartford

Publisher:

Published: 2018-06-04

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781732119000

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"John Hartford's Mammoth Collection of Fiddle Tunes" contains 176 of John's original compositions, most never before available, taken from the sixty-eight handwritten music journals he kept between 1983 and 2001. Interspersed with stories, quotes, rare photos, and his own personal artwork, this is a fiddle anthology unlike any other. A peek inside the unique mind of a prolific musician and composer, "Hartford's Mammoth Collection" will inspire musicians, artists, music historians, and anyone who loves the creative process.

The Craig Duncan Master Fiddle Solo Collection
The Craig Duncan Master Fiddle Solo Collection

Author: Craig Duncan

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2011-02-24

Total Pages: 151

ISBN-13: 1609741919

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Presents 140 of the most frequently played tunes in old time fiddle contests as well as the most popular bluegrass, square dance and country tunes heard throughout the United States. the performance length arrangements of contest tunes include standard as well as challenging variations on hoe-downs, rags, polkas, show pieces, and waltzes complete with suggested accompaniment chords. This encyclopedia of fiddle tunes and variations spotlights American popular fiddle music as played by the great fiddlers of our time.