Plugging In (eBook + Online Audio/Video)
A Guide to Gear and New Techniques for the 21st Century Violinist
Are you a violinist who is curious about "going electric" but have no idea where to begin? This book will walk you through the process of choosing an electric violin, shopping for an amplifier, and using effects pedals. The book also covers improvisation in the genres of blues, rock, and funk. Chopping and other rhythmic techniques for bowed string instruments are explored, as well as playing in a band, rock string arranging and working with DJs. "Plugging In" will open new worlds of creativity for you as a ...more
Product Number:
22035MEB
Format:
eBook + Online Audio/Video
Skill Level:
Intermediate-Advanced
Pages:
112
Binding:
eBook
ISBN:
1-6191-1766-5
ISBN13:
978-16191-1766-2
Publisher:
Mel Bay Publications, Inc.
Date Published:
11/6/2017
Are you a violinist who is curious about "going electric" but have no idea where to begin? This book will walk you through the process of choosing an electric violin, shopping for an amplifier, and using effects pedals. The book also covers improvisation in the genres of blues, rock, and funk. Chopping and other rhythmic techniques for bowed string instruments are explored, as well as playing in a band, rock string arranging and working with DJs. "Plugging In" will open new worlds of creativity for you as a string player and help you find your own voice in this brave new world! Includes access to online audio and video.
Plugging In

Introduction: The Landscape Has Changed
Chapter 1: Electrifying Your Violin
Chapter 2: “I Can't Hear Myself!” A Word about Amplification and Monitoring
Chapter 3: Blues and Pentatonic
Chapter 4: Modal Madness!
Chapter 5: Fiddlefunk
Chapter 6: Rhytholin
Chapter 7: Rocking out!
Chapter 8: The “Effective” Violinist
Chapter 9: Putting it All Together
Chapter 10: Interview with Blaise Kielar
 
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