Schott Music Ltd. London
An Introduction to Folk Styles, Technique and Improvisation
Author: Chris Haigh

In-depth tutor book covering all aspects of folk violin technique. The book is centred on Irish Traditional music but also looks into the playing styles of England, Scotland, Scandinavia, East European and much more.
Exploring a wide variety of technical aspects including ornamentation, modes and scales, scordatura , improvisation and composition, the book is accompanied by a CD of all pieces performed by Chris Haigh on violin with a live backing band. Ideal for the budding folk musician, or classical player.

Includes:
  Tune Types
  More Tune Types and Structures
  Ornamentation
  Bowing
  Modes and Scales
  East European, Klezmer and Untempered Scales
  Tunings
  What's Missing? Variation, Improvisation and Composition
  The Joy Of Sets
  Playing For Dancing
  Odds And Ends