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How to Play the Fiddle

Presented by David Kaynor

Learn about the fiddle and learn how to play the fiddle in this free online instructional video series.

Series Summary

The fiddle produces a distinct sound that is heard in genres of music including folk, bluegrass, Cajun, Arabic, Canadian, Balkan and country music. The fiddle is basically the same as the violin, but sometimes has identifying modifications. Historically, the word “fiddle” referred to an early predecessor of today’s violin. Sometimes, with fiddles, the bridge of the instrument is slightly less curved than that of the violin. It is played much in the same way as the violin, but sometimes with different bows. The bows are generally the same as the classical, though heavier and crude. Commonly, a fiddler will play with a glass bow. See an expert demonstration of how to play the fiddle in these expert video clips. Educate yourself on the different parts of the fiddle, and learn to identify the ornamentation and bow style used to play the fiddle. You will see our expert demonstrate jig bowing, reel bowing and regular bowing. Learn more about the difference between the fiddle and the violin. Watch as our expert teaches you how to play a single string melody. You will also learn how to grip the bow correctly and how to play the fiddle in left hand position. Learn to play a multiple string melody by the end of this series.

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How to Bow a Jig on the Fiddle

Learn techniques on how to bow a jig, a folksy tune, on the fiddle with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.

Learn the Parts of the Fiddle

Learn how to identify the different parts of the fiddle or violin with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.

How to Tune a Fiddle

Learn how to tune the fiddle or violin with the pegs with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.

About the Parts of the Fiddle

Learn about different parts of the fiddle or violin with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.

Fiddle Playing

Learn about the basics of how to play the fiddle with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.

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