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Beginning Bluegrass Fiddle

In this self-paced music class, your child will learn the basics of Bluegrass fiddle music to "wet their palette." No previous bluegrass experience needed. Classically trained musicians welcomed!

Mrs. Buist

What's included

1 pre-recorded lesson

1 week

of teacher support

1 year access

to the content

Class Experience

Intermediate Level

Does your child love music?  Do they love classic genres like Appalachian Bluegrass or other of the like?  Do they want to explore new ways of playing the violin?  This might be their next favorite course on Outschool.  

In this self-paced course, your child will learn the foundational basics of bluegrass fiddle music through its musical form, infamous bluegrass instrumentation techniques, and more.

This course is designed for the intermediate violin student.  You should have a proficient grasp of musical notation, reading the treble clef and basic rhythms.  

The essence of this self-paced class lends itself well to your student stopping the video to practice different techniques or rewind to see or hear something again to gain a greater understanding.  The link to the song, Cripple Creek, is provided for you.  I recommend printing this out and having it in front of you while you are viewing the course video.

Syllabus

1 Lesson

over 1 Week

Lesson 1:

Beginner Bluegrass Fiddle Intro

 Basics of bluegrass techniques, drone tones, appropriate tempo and ensemble options

Other Details

Parental Guidance

Parents, please take caution to have your learner situated in a safe space, away from objects that could be knocked over by bowing or other children.

Pre-Requisites

Must have at least one/two years experience in violin/fiddle instruction and have a proficient grasp of note-reading on the treble clef.

Supply List

A two-page handout will be provided for you at the beginning of the class.

Mrs. Buist

Joined April, 2024

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Teacher expertise and credentials

I have been playing violin/fiddle professionally for 18 years in various venues including concert halls, weddings, funerals, pubs and book stores.  I have been teaching violin lessons for 5 years now, both to child and adult learners.