Mel Bay's Modern Fiddling Method Grade 1 (Modern Method)

Popular tunes, step-by-step instructions, slow, medium and normal speed play-along tracks, and thorough explanations of essentials make this the most comprehensive fiddle method to date. It takes the student from the absolute beginning through professional repertoire. Genres include Celtic, Swing and Blues as well as old time and bluegrass. The Modern Fiddle Method establishes a solid foundation in first position, with both easy and standard fiddle and bow holds, elementary fiddle bowings, rhythms, scales and ornaments, and fundamentals of music theory. The student can read and/or listen to each tune.