Schott World Music

Author of Scottish Fiddle Tunes (ED 12759) Iain Fraser presents a collection of 60 pieces for solo violin. Drawn from the rich tradition of Canadian folk music the collection covers a range of regional styles including Celtic, French Canadian, Métis and Newfoundland. The volume includes notes on the tunes and recordings of all pieces available for free download. German and French translations of all texts are available as PDF downloads from the Schott Music website.
Suitable for players of grades 3-8. Part of the bestselling World Music series, which also includes music from England, Ireland, Scotland, Eastern Europe, America, Argentina, India, China and Korea CANADIAN FIDDLE TUNES - press reviews "This may be of particular interest and use to fiddle teachers or indeed any musician, wishing to expand their knowledge and understanding of this culture... a fine collection of tunes to add to anyone's repertoire".
- BOX & FIDDLE "All tunes are nicely played on the accompanying CD. The presentation, bowings and ornamentation are simple and uncluttered... an excellent collection and more than does justice to the richness of the Canadian fiddle tradition". - THE LIVING TRADITION Instrumentation : violin