Exploring Klezmer Fiddle (Book & CD)

The author of Exploring Folk Fiddle (ED 13460), Exploring Jazz Violin (ED 13351), Discovering Rock Violin (ED 13459), Chris Haigh returns with Exploring Klezmer Fiddle, a practical, down-to-earth, and in-depth tutor book covering all aspects of Klezmer violin technique. The book looks at a variety of styles within the Klezmer tradition, as well as its history and context. Exploring a wide variety of technical aspects including ornamentation, modes, scales, and repertoire, the book is accompanied by a CD of all pieces performed by Chris Haigh on the violin with a live backing band. Ideal for the budding klezmer musician, or classical player looking for something a little different! EXPLORING KLEZMER FIDDLE - press reviews "This book is a fantastically rich introduction and reference book for klezmer violin." - SOPHIE SOLOMON, THE STRAD

CONTENTS

Introduction
The History Of Klezmer
Emigration
Ornamentation And Technique
Klezmer Modes And Sclaes
Klezmer Repertoire
The Southern Repertoire
The Doina
CD Track Listing