Fiddler's Fakebook is a legendary collection of traditional fiddle tunes spanning multiple folk and fiddle traditions. Packed with session favourites and standard repertoire, it is an essential reference for violinists, fiddlers, and traditional musicians.
Key Features:
• Extensive collection of fiddle tunes
• Covers old-time, Celtic, bluegrass, country, and folk styles
• Ideal for sessions, festivals, and workshops
• Easy-to-read lead-sheet format
• Excellent repertoire-building resource
• Encourages improvisation and stylistic development
• Suitable for all levels of fiddlers and violinists
• Valuable for both study and performance
• Includes many traditional session standards
• A cornerstone reference in the fiddle music community
A dazzling recital favorite by William Kroll, Banjo and Fiddle combines rhythmic sparkle with virtuosic brilliance. This Schirmer edition is ideal for advanced performance and encores.
Key Features:
• High-energy showpiece
• Technically demanding violin writing
• Ideal for recital and encore
• Schirmer edition
Basic Fiddlers Philharmonic – Old-Time Fiddle Tunes Teacher's Score with CD is a valuable teaching resource that introduces beginning string players to traditional fiddle music. Part of Alfred's popular Fiddlers Philharmonic series, it provides educators with flexible material that develops technique, creativity, and ensemble skills.
Key Features:
• Teacher's score edition
• Part of Alfred's Fiddlers Philharmonic series
• Includes accompanying CD
• Features traditional old-time fiddle tunes
• Ideal for classroom and ensemble instruction
• Develops essential string-playing skills
• Encourages improvisation and creativity
• Suitable for mixed-ability groups
• Draws from diverse folk music traditions
• Excellent resource for teaching fiddle music and ensemble performance
Ceilidh Collection Complete for Violin and Piano by Huws Jones is a lively collection of traditional dance tunes inspired by Celtic and folk music traditions. Featuring engaging arrangements for violin and piano, it is ideal for performance, study, and enjoyment.
Key Features:
• Arranged by Huws Jones
• For violin and piano
• Features traditional ceilidh and folk dance music
• Includes reels, jigs, hornpipes, and other dance styles
• Develops rhythm and stylistic awareness
• Encourages ensemble performance skills
• Suitable for developing and intermediate players
• Ideal for recitals and folk music performances
• Excellent introduction to Celtic musical traditions
• Fun and engaging repertoire for violinists and pianists alike
American Fiddler for Violin is an exciting collection of fiddle-inspired music that explores the rich traditions of American folk and dance music. Published by Boosey & Hawkes, it provides violinists with enjoyable repertoire while developing essential fiddle-style techniques.
Key Features:
• Published by Boosey & Hawkes
• American fiddle music for violin
• Inspired by traditional folk and dance styles
• Develops rhythm, bowing, and musical expression
• Encourages stylistic exploration
• Suitable for developing and intermediate players
• Ideal for lessons and performances
• Expands folk and fiddle repertoire
• Fun and engaging musical collection
• Excellent introduction to American fiddling traditions
Gypsy Fiddler Complete for Violin and Piano by Huws Jones is an exciting collection of folk-inspired pieces that capture the energy and passion of Gypsy-style violin music. Arranged for violin and piano, it offers engaging repertoire for study and performance.
Key Features:
• Arranged by Huws Jones
• For violin and piano
• Inspired by Gypsy and Eastern European musical traditions
• Features expressive melodies and lively rhythms
• Develops musicality and stylistic awareness
• Encourages confident and expressive performance
• Includes piano accompaniment
• Suitable for developing and intermediate players
• Ideal for recitals and teaching
• A vibrant and enjoyable violin repertoire collection
Easy Fiddle Solos is a beginner-friendly collection of fiddle tunes that introduces violinists to the fun and energy of traditional fiddle music. Published by Mel Bay Publications, the book includes a CD to support learning and practice.
Key Features:
• Easy fiddle solos for violin
• Published by Mel Bay Publications
• Includes accompanying CD
• Suitable for beginners and developing players
• Introduces traditional fiddle styles
• Develops rhythm, bowing, and intonation
• Encourages confident performance
• Ideal for lessons and self-study
• Fun and accessible folk repertoire
• Great introduction to fiddle playing and technique
Scottish Fire for Violin is an exciting collection of Scottish fiddle music that showcases the energy, beauty, and tradition of Scotland's folk heritage. Published by Mel Bay Publications, it provides violinists with engaging repertoire inspired by authentic Scottish styles.
Key Features:
• Published by Mel Bay Publications
• Scottish fiddle music for violin
• Features reels, strathspeys, and traditional airs
• Develops rhythm, bowing, and stylistic skills
• Encourages expressive and confident playing
• Suitable for developing and intermediate players
• Ideal for lessons and performances
• Introduces Scottish musical traditions
• Excellent Celtic-inspired repertoire
• Perfect for fiddle and folk music enthusiasts
A beautiful collection of traditional Irish slow airs arranged for violin, Ireland’s Best Slow Airs for Violin includes a companion CD for learning and inspiration. Published by Walton Music, it offers expressive Celtic repertoire for recital and study.
Key Features:
• Traditional Irish slow airs
• Includes companion CD
• Lyrical and expressive style
• Ideal for study and performance
• Walton edition
