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Welcome to the world of fiddling.
Whether you are new to the fiddle, returning to the instrument after a break, or wishing to move from violin to fiddle, this Web Publication will hopefully be of interest to you.
Prepared by Geoff Bowen for Yorkshire Dales Workshops these pages include video clips, sound recordings, and music notation, with information and advice on basic techniques and approaches to learning.
NB The audio and video recordings have a control bar which enbles you to control the playback. You will need to stop playback of a clip before starting another - unless you want a cacophany!
QuickTime Player is required for playing video clips.
(Some of these are large files which may be slow to download.)
Adobe Reader is required to open PDF music pages.
Pages listed as suitable for printing are displayed in a new (separate) window.
• MAKING A START
Choosing, setting up and holding the instrument
• Note names, fingering and finger spacing
Introducing written music notation
• Music notation reference sheet
Overview of fiddle music notation
Holding and controlling the bow
Articulation and rhythm
• FIRST TUNES
• Intonation and bow management
• Scales, modes and key signatures
• BEYOND THE BASICS
'hints and tips'
demonstration audio + video clips
• Playing for dancing - phrasing, articulation, accents and rhythm
• Credits
Credits plus how to send comments & queries
• Links
Web sites and publications for further study
Link to the SITE_MAP - English dances
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