Elderly Instruments Coming Soon - Violin Merchandise http://elderly.com/list/violins/future.rss en-us copyright 2009 Elderly Instruments Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:42:59 -0500 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:42:59 -0500 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 720 webmaster@elderly.com Book/DVD set. A rich sampling of core material from Louisiana roots music. Canray Fontenot is the best known Creole fiddler, and much of this book is infused with his legacy, including five of his compositions and a video clip. Mr. Garnier has included two of his own tunes, and the rest are by pioneer Louisiana fiddlers of the past Amedi Ardoin, Bibi Carriere, and Dennis McGee, along with zydeco favorite Boozoo Chavis. The method part of the book explains Creole fiddle technique, including bowing, cross bowing, fingering, double stops, and scratching. Along with learning to play solo, information is included on working with accordion players, a second fiddle, guitarists, starting a tune in a group and other tips about working with bands, and amplification. The DVD includes demonstrations and play-alongs, as well as further material when used on a computer. Beginners. 40 pp. ($19.99) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:43:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21172DP.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21172DP.htm Book/DVD set. A rich sampling of core material from Louisiana roots music. Canray Fontenot is the best known Creole fiddler, and much of this book is infused with his legacy, including five of his compositions and a video clip. Mr. Garnier has included two of his own tunes, and the rest are by pioneer Louisiana fiddlers of the past Amedi Ardoin, Bibi Carriere, and Dennis McGee, along with zydeco favorite Boozoo Chavis. The method part of the book explains Creole fiddle technique, including bowing, cross bowing, fingering, double stops, and scratching. Along with learning to play solo, information is included on working with accordion players, a second fiddle, guitarists, starting a tune in a group and other tips about working with bands, and amplification. The DVD includes demonstrations and play-alongs, as well as further material when used on a computer. Beginners. 40 pp. ($19.99) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:43:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21172DP.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21172DP.htm Book/CD set. Collection of 59 fiddle tunes from the rich contest fiddle tradition. Unique variations of breakdowns, tunes-of-choice and waltzes from a whos-who of great first generation fiddlers including Benny Thommason, Major Franklin, Norman Soloman, Terry Morris, James "Texas Shorty" Chancellor and others. Many tunes appear here for the first time. Included is a special discussion of authentic bowing. CD played by champion fiddler Aarun Carter. Intermediate. 72 pp. ($19.99) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:43:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-98213BCD.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-98213BCD.htm Six more traditional tunes for you to play and enjoy! Taught note-by-note, complete with bowing instructions. Push your fiddle playing to the next level! Tunes include: "Liberty, Eighth of January," "Turkey in the Straw," "Sail Away Ladies," "Salt Creek," and "Bill Cheatham." Taught by ear, no tab, or other written material whatsoever! Intermediate. 115 min. ($19.95) ]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:43:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/videos/items/285-DVD164.htm http://elderly.com/videos/items/285-DVD164.htm