Fiddle Primer

fiddle lessonThe Fiddle Primer Book with Audio CD by Jim Tolles is designed for the absolute beginner. This course will cover the basic fundamentals like parts of the fiddle, how to hold the bow, proper playing position, reading music notation, and playing in tune. After learning the basics of playing fiddle, we will move on to learn some simple arrangement of bluegrass tunes like Hot Corn Cold Corn, Amazine Grace, and Little Maggie. This book will get you on your way to learning how to play the fiddle. The included audio CD will play each exercise and song at two speeds. View Sample Pages.

Purchase the book with the companion DVD and receive a $2 discount

Code: FIP
Length: 65 pages
Audio CD: 72 minutes
Level: Beginner
Price: $14.95

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Techniques Covered

  • Parts of the Fiddle and Bow
  • Bow Preparation
  • Tuning
  • Holding the Fiddle
  • Left Hand Position
  • Left Arm Position
  • Holding the Bow
  • Music Notation
  • Slurs
  • Scales
  • Double Stops

Songs

  • You Are My Sunshine
  • Wildwood Flower
  • Hot Corn Cold Corn
  • Amazing Grace
  • Blind Mary
  • Star of the Count Down
  • Southwind
  • Will the Circle Be Unbroken
  • Angeline the Baker
  • Little Maggie
  • Boil Them Cabbage Down
  • Soldier's Joy
  • Cripple Creek
  • Red Haired Boy
  • Salt Creek
  • Roll in My Sweet Baby's Arms
  • Old Joe Clark

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