This groundbreaking lesson was recorded in 1984, when the now world-renowned Mark O'Connor was just 22 years old. He teaches three classic tunes you might use in a jam session or fiddle contest: a breakdown (Wild Fiddler's Rag); a waltz (Skater's Waltz); and a "tune of choice" (Soppin' the Gravy). You'll learn the finer points of Mark's fiddle style as he lets you in on his personal bowing and fingering preferences and shares championship-winning secrets. Extra: Each tune is performed, contest-style, by Mark and a crack Nashville band. Intermediate/advanced. Booklet included as PDF file on the disc. 60 min.