This is Book 1 of AltStrings Fiddle Method for Violin (Orchestra), Second Edition. This book starts in D major, and is compatible with the viola, cello and bass books, and is designed to be used as a class set. It is also compatible with methods used in teaching orchestra like Essential Elements and Strictly Strings.
The second edition of AltStrings’ Fiddle Books 1 and 2 comes in two flavors: Original Key (for Violin), and Orchestra! Whichever series you choose, our books offer tunes and techniques that complement and reinforce the skills students are learning in their private lessons or orchestra classes.
Book 1 offers players a solid start on the instrument, and includes an introduction to the skills needed for playing chords and chopping.
Book 2 continues to build on these skills, not only guiding players through progressively more difficult tunes, but also building skills in:
– playing backup chords (applied music theory!)
– backup rhythms
– chopping
– ornamentation
– creating twin fiddle/harmony parts
Later books feature transcriptions of today’s great fiddlers, and Books 1 and 2 will start you on the right track to playing like your heroes. Happy fiddling!