Basic Fiddlers Philharmonic - Violin With CD
$30.00
Basic Fiddlers Philharmonic – Old-Time Fiddle Tunes for Violin with CD is a fun and educational introduction to traditional fiddle music for beginning violinists. Part of Alfred's popular Fiddlers Philharmonic series, it combines enjoyable tunes with skill-building exercises that encourage creativity and ensemble playing.
Key Features:
• Part of Alfred's Fiddlers Philharmonic series
• Old-time fiddle tunes for violin
• Designed for beginning players
• Includes accompanying CD
• Develops essential violin skills
• Encourages improvisation and arranging
• Introduces traditional folk music styles
• Suitable for solo and group performance
• Allows mixed-ability students to play together
• Excellent resource for learning fiddle music and technique
Basic Fiddlers Philharmonic - Violin With CD
Introduce beginning violinists to the exciting world of traditional fiddle music with Basic Fiddlers Philharmonic – Old-Time Fiddle Tunes for Violin with CD. Part of the acclaimed Alfred's Fiddlers Philharmonic series, this engaging collection was created from a passion for fiddle music in its many styles and traditions. Designed specifically for developing string players, the book presents a carefully selected repertoire of old-time fiddle tunes that are both enjoyable to play and highly effective for building essential violin skills.
The tunes in this collection reflect the rich cultural heritage of American fiddle music, drawing on Irish, British, Scottish, and African folk traditions, as well as nineteenth-century popular music. Many of the melodies can also be sung, making them especially memorable and accessible for younger musicians. Through these lively and rewarding tunes, students develop critical skills such as bow control, rhythm, intonation, tone production, and ensemble playing.
One of the unique strengths of the Fiddlers Philharmonic format is its ability to accommodate players of varying abilities. Students can learn the same tunes and perform together successfully, creating enjoyable musical experiences in lessons, classrooms, workshops, and informal jam sessions. In addition to developing technical skills, the book encourages creativity through improvisation, arranging, and collaborative music-making. The included CD provides valuable listening and practice support, helping students learn authentic fiddle style and build confidence in their playing.
Key Features:
- Part of Alfred's acclaimed Fiddlers Philharmonic series
- Collection of old-time fiddle tunes for violin
- Designed specifically for beginning string players
- Includes accompanying CD
- Draws on Irish, British, Scottish, African, and American folk traditions
- Develops bowing, rhythm, intonation, and tone production
- Encourages improvisation and creative music-making
- Suitable for individual practice and group performance
- Allows students of varying skill levels to play together
- Ideal for lessons, classrooms, workshops, and fiddle groups
