Destined to become a classic, this method provides the beginner with the elements needed to become a proficient fiddler. Based on many years of teaching experience, the author introduces concepts and techniques that yield solid results. This method encourages creativity in the student by including variations to the tunes and illustrating how they can serve as a basis for improvisation. To assist in the development of ensemble skills, chords and lyrics, basic music theory, and demonstrations of such skills as backup and lead playing are included in this profusely illustrated book. This book is beneficial for both fiddle students and classical Suzuki violin students. A CD for listening and play-along captures the excitement of the music and aids instruction. This set also includes the companion DVD, in which the author guides you through the basic skills of learning the fiddle and shares his pointers and shortcuts to help you learn faster and more efficiently.

Angelina Baker      
Arran Boat Song      
Boil'em Cabbage Down      
Bonaparte's Retreat      
Buffalo Gals       Cool White
Cairo       Cool White
Camptown Races       Cool White
Cindy       Cool White
Country Waltz       Cool White
Crawdad Song       Cool White
Cripple Creek       Cool White
Girl I Left Behind Me       Cool White
Grandfather's Clock       Cool White
Old Joe Clark       Cool White
Red Haired Boy       Cool White
Red Wing       Cool White
Shortnin' Bread       Cool White
Soldier's Joy       Cool White
Southwind       Cool White
Stinky's Blues       Cool White
Turkey In The Straw       Cool White
Wise Old Friend       Cool White