Exploring Folk Fiddle: An Introduction to Folk Styles, Technique and Improvisation - Softcover

Haigh, Chris

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1847612687 ISBN 13: 9781847612687

Publisher: Schott Music Ltd, 2014

Synopsis

(String). This practical, down-to-earth, and in-depth instruction book covers all aspects of folk violin technique. The book is centered on Irish traditional music but also looks into the playing styles of England, Scotland, Scandinavia, East European and much more. Exploring a wide variety of technical aspects including ornamentation, modes and scales, scordatura, improvisation and composition, the book is accompanied by a CD of all pieces performed by Chris Haigh on violin with a live backing band. Ideal for the budding folk musician, or classical player looking for something a little different!

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ALBUM CONTENT

- Introduction
- Tune Types
- More Tune Types and Structures
- Ornamentation
- Bowing
- Modes and Scales
- East European, Klezmer and Untempered Scales
- Tunings
- What's Missing? Variation, Improvisation and Composition
- The Joy Of Sets
- Playing For Dancing
- Odds And Ends --Schott Music

Edition details

• Publisher: Schott Music Ltd
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1847612687
• ISBN 13: 9781847612687
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 208