Contemporary Fiddle Tunes from the Northeast of Ireland

By Rowan Leslie - Digital Music Book

$22.99

Scoring:	Reference Book
Instrument:	Fiddle
Pro Credit Eligible:	No
Interactive:	No
Pages:	157
Product #:	MB0000544

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Contemporary Fiddle Tunes from the Northeast of Ireland – Reference Book

This unique collection celebrates the contemporary fiddle music of northeast Ireland, much of it for the first time in print. Not surprisingly, given its location and long history of traditional music, the fiddle music of this region shares some characteristics with Scottish music, yet it has its own distinct style. For those who are not familiar with this ruggedly attractive part of Ireland, this book will introduce you to some of its music and musicians. The tunes presented here, collected by County Antrim fiddler, Rowan Leslie, have all been written relatively recently by local musicians. Each tune is offered in two versions; one with the barebones melody and suggested accompaniment chords, and a second with ornamentation, articulation and bowing details. All tune types from northeast Ireland are represented, including jigs and reels, polkas and hornpipes, marches, barn dances and waltzes, plus set dances and slow airs. Moreover, the biographical sketches and backstories provided for each composer and tune demonstrate how the land itself, along with personal experiences and relationships, influence the fiddle music of northeast Ireland.

Song:	Contemporary Fiddle Tunes from the Northeast of Ireland
By:	Rowan Leslie
Instrument:	Fiddle
Scoring:	Reference Book
Product Type:		Digital Music Book
Product #:	MB0000544
Price:	$22.99
Pages:	157