{"product_id":"fiddle-for-dummies-book-online-video-and-audio-instruction-paperback-softback-9781118930229","title":"Fiddle For Dummies; Book + Online Video and Audio Instruction (Paperback \/ softback) 9781118930229","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eFiddle For Dummies\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eBook + Online Video and Audio Instruction\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eMichael John Sanchez (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781118930229, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 23 January 2015\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e368 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.1 x 18.8 x 2.5 cm, 0.499 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn to play the fiddle? Easy.\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003eTackling a new instrument can be intimidating, but with this easy-to-use guide, you'll have no trouble at all! From selecting, tuning, and caring for your fiddle to mastering various music styles, \u003ci\u003eFiddle For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e walks you step-by-step through everything you need to start playing the fiddle like a pro. You'll discover how to hold a fiddle, master fundamental techniques, and take your skills to the next level. This title also features companion audio tracks and instructional video clips hosted online at Dummies.com to help further enhance your skills.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe fiddle is a popular instrument across many continents, and is a favorite for many because it is small and portable. Playing the fiddle can expose you to a range of musical styles from all over the world, such as Irish, Scottish, Celtic\/Cape Breton, country, folk, bluegrass, and more. Plus, if you're already a violin player, you'll impress yourself and fellow musicians as you unlock your instrument to open up a whole new world of sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn fiddle techniques and fundamentals\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSelect, tune, and care for your fiddle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin the folk instrument movement and master the fiddle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlay fiddle music from all over the world\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're a complete beginner or a violin player looking to branch out and try something new, \u003ci\u003eFiddle For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e will have you fit as a fiddle in no time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Getting Started Playing Fiddle 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Getting Ready to Become a Fiddle Player 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Selecting the Right Instrument and Accessories 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Tuning, Rosining, and Taking Care of Your Fiddle 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Working with Technique Basics and Fundamentals 63\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Holding the Fiddle and Bow 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Building a Musical Bow Stroke Sound 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Working with the Left Hand 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Unlocking the Keys to Reading Music 121\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Understanding How to Read Music 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Keeping Rhythm in a Fiddle Tune 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Starting Easy with Basic Fiddle Tunes 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Getting into Trickier Fiddlin’ 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Working with the Various Fiddle Styles 185\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Developing the Irish Fiddle Style 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Scottish-Style Fiddling 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Fiddling to Old-Time Music 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Learning Bluegrass Fiddle 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: Taking Fiddling to the Next Level 249\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Shifting, Vibrato, and Double-Stops 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Expanding Your Ability 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Improvising and Playing Electric Fiddle 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart VI: The Part of Tens 297\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Ten Great Fiddle Players You Need to Hear 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: (More Than) Ten Tips on Finding the Right Teacher 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Audio Tracks and Video Clips 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 319\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Dance \u0026amp; other performing arts [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Dance \u0026amp; other performing arts\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Dance%20\u0026amp;%20other%20performing%20arts%20%5BAS%5D%22\"\u003eAS\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52458357326104,"sku":"9781118930229","price":16.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781118930229.jpg?v=1785371505","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/fiddle-for-dummies-book-online-video-and-audio-instruction-paperback-softback-9781118930229","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}