A Guide to American Fiddling by Andrew A. Carlson is an excellent resource for violinists seeking to learn authentic American Old-Time fiddle techniques. Featuring technical instruction, historical background, authentic bowing patterns, and traditional tunes, it bridges the gap between classical violin playing and traditional fiddling.

Key Features:

• Written by Andrew A. Carlson

• Guide to American Old-Time fiddling

• Focuses on Missouri-style fiddle technique

• Detailed bowing instruction

• Compares classical and traditional fiddle styles

• Includes historical background

• Features 23 traditional tunes

• Authentic bowing indications included

• Includes CD and online audio recordings

• Ideal for violinists exploring traditional American fiddle music

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

Cello Moods for Cello and Piano is a beautiful collection of thirteen carefully selected pieces edited by Julian Lloyd Webber. Designed to highlight the expressive voice of the cello, this volume offers rewarding repertoire for study, performance, and enjoyment.

Key Features:

• Selected and edited by Julian Lloyd Webber

• 13 pieces for cello and piano

• Explores a variety of musical moods and styles

• Develops expression and musical interpretation

• Ideal for recitals and personal study

• Suitable for intermediate to advanced cellists

• Highlights the cello's lyrical qualities

• Recorded by Julian Lloyd Webber

• Excellent performance repertoire

• A charming addition to any cello collection

Complete Country Fiddler is a practical and comprehensive introduction to traditional country fiddle playing. Published by Mel Bay Publications, this instructional book includes a CD and provides everything needed to begin exploring authentic country fiddle styles and techniques.

Key Features:

• Complete country fiddle instruction method

• Published by Mel Bay Publications

• Includes accompanying CD

• Teaches authentic country fiddle techniques

• Covers bowing patterns and double stops

• Encourages improvisation and creativity

• Suitable for violinists and fiddlers

• Ideal for self-study and lessons

• Introduces traditional country fiddle repertoire

• Excellent resource for developing country fiddle skills

Celtic Fiddle Tunes for Solo & Ensemble – Cello/Bass is a flexible collection of traditional Irish and Scottish music featuring 14 arrangements of 22 Celtic tunes. Published by Mel Bay Publications, it can be performed as a solo book or combined with other instruments for ensemble playing.

Key Features:

• Published by Mel Bay Publications

• 14 arrangements of 22 Celtic tunes

• Includes jigs, reels, airs, hornpipes, and waltzes

• For cello or double bass with piano accompaniment

• Flexible solo and ensemble arrangements

• Includes melody, harmony, bass, and piano parts

• Compatible with violin and viola ensemble books

• Includes 32-page pull-out piano accompaniment

• Suitable for students, teachers, and ensembles

• Excellent Celtic repertoire for performance and study

Got Those Position Blues for Violin by Huws Jones offers a fun and effective way for violinists to develop position-playing skills. Through engaging musical pieces, students learn to shift confidently, improve intonation, and become more comfortable playing beyond first position.

Key Features:

• Written by Huws Jones

• Develops shifting and position-playing skills

• Improves intonation and fingerboard confidence

• Helps students progress beyond first position

• Uses enjoyable musical repertoire

• Encourages smooth position changes

• Ideal for developing violinists

• Excellent teaching and study resource

• Combines technique with musical enjoyment

• Supports confident violin playing across the fingerboard

Fiddle Tunes by Darol Anger is a collection of original fiddle pieces that reflect the creativity and versatility of one of today's most respected contemporary fiddlers. Published by Hal Leonard, this volume offers fresh repertoire for violinists and fiddlers alike.

Key Features:

• Composed by Darol Anger

• Published by Hal Leonard

• Collection of original fiddle tunes

• Combines traditional and contemporary influences

• Suitable for violinists and fiddlers

• Ideal for performance and study

• Encourages stylistic exploration

• Features engaging melodies and rhythms

• Excellent addition to modern fiddle repertoire