The Fiddling Cellist by Renata Bratt

A comprehensive resource to prepare intermediate and advanced cello students to play fiddle music. Eighteen fiddle tunes with chords in styles found in typical fiddle jam sessions – Celtic, Old Time and Bluegrass. Each tune arranged for two or three cellos and accompanied by short studies teaching idiomatic bass lines and back-up harmony as well as improvisational soloing over the chord changes. Companion audio recording includes all examples with guitar accompaniment. Audio download available online.

Caroline says “Renata is a great teacher, and a solid arranger as well! This is a great way to jump into melody and accompaniment for cellos!”