Wicklund: The American Fiddle Method - Violin, Vol. 2, Bk/CD

Wicklund, Brian - The American Fiddle Method, Volume 2 - Violin - Book/CD set - Mel Bay Publications.

The American Fiddle Method by renowned fiddle teacher Brian Wicklund is a comprehensive program for learning fiddle, designed to complement classical violin programs, or to be used on its own.  The method uses traditional tunes in a step-by-step progression, and covers important concepts like ensemble playing, improvisation, and 'jamming' skills.  The book includes a CD for listening and play-along. 

Volume 2 is geared towards intermediate-level players, and contains more tunes, as well as basic music theory, slurring and other bowing techniques, and double-stop backup parts.  Some students who have studied violin or fiddle music before may be able to skip Volume 1 and start with Volume 2 if they have mastered basic concepts like correct violin and bow positioning, tone, and intonation. 

Contains a violin part and a CD.  Published by Mel Bay.

Difficulty: A2.