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The Irish Fiddle Book: The Art of Traditional Fiddle-Playing (Book & CD)
by Matt Cranitch

The Irish Fiddle Book: The Art of Traditional Fiddle-Playing (Book & CD)
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Author: Matt Cranitch
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2005-01-07
ISBN: 1900428679
Number of pages: 192
Publisher: Music Sales America

Book Reviews of The Irish Fiddle Book: The Art of Traditional Fiddle-Playing (Book & CD)

Book Review: A Good Place to Start
Summary: 5 Stars

The rating could be misleading. It's a solid five-star package *if* you practice long and hard. Deduct stars if you don't have strong desire and discipline - no book is any good unless you actually do the work. This package can quickly and smoothly bring you up to a level of ability to begin playing with others, which is when the real learning always begins. There is no substitute for direct study with experienced players, but Matt's book would be a great tool in the hands of such a teacher, or a good way for you to prepare for such lessons. This material is not suitable for a complete beginner - a year of lessons based on one of the school methods such as Essential Elements seems a reasonable prerequisite.

Should you have experience with fiddle music yet lack access to a teacher with a brogue, this package can fill that need as well. There are a couple of other book / CD packages that are comparable, Paul McNevin's and Peter Cooper's, that might be helpful in that case since they'll give you additional explanations, alternative bowings, and so forth. The broader perspective would be very helpful.

Remember that it's ALL about the bow, and it only happens with *consistent* practice. But commit yourself to this course, and you *will* become a good Irish-style fiddler. Have a lot of fun!

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