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How to Overcome Jam Anxiety: Part 1
What’s your biggest fear about jamming? Recently we asked you on social media to share what makes you feel nervous about jamming. You gave us lots of wonderfully candid responses,...
How to Overcome Jam Anxiety: Part 1
What’s your biggest fear about jamming? Recently we asked you on social media to share what makes you feel nervous about jamming. You gave us lots of wonderfully candid responses,...
Fiddler Feature: Luke Price
Today, we are beginning our “Fiddler Spotlight” column. Every so often, we’ll introduce you to a fiddler who we think you’ll enjoy getting to know. To start us off, here’s...
Fiddler Feature: Luke Price
Today, we are beginning our “Fiddler Spotlight” column. Every so often, we’ll introduce you to a fiddler who we think you’ll enjoy getting to know. To start us off, here’s...
Stories From The 2022 National Old Time Fiddle ...
I began going to the National Oldtime Fiddler’s Contest in 1994. It takes place in Weiser Idaho and hence, all of us regulars call it “Weiser.” Over the years, those...
Stories From The 2022 National Old Time Fiddle ...
I began going to the National Oldtime Fiddler’s Contest in 1994. It takes place in Weiser Idaho and hence, all of us regulars call it “Weiser.” Over the years, those...
Why Are Fiddle Gatherings Important?
Growing up, music gatherings like fiddle camps and contests were my absolute favorite thing in the world. Each year, I looked forward to these gatherings like other kids looked forward...
Why Are Fiddle Gatherings Important?
Growing up, music gatherings like fiddle camps and contests were my absolute favorite thing in the world. Each year, I looked forward to these gatherings like other kids looked forward...
Duke Ellington's Jazz Violin Session: An Album ...
Have you had the pleasure of listening to Duke Ellington’s Jazz Violin Session? Recorded in 1963 but not released until two years after Ellington’s death in 1976, these sessions feature...
Duke Ellington's Jazz Violin Session: An Album ...
Have you had the pleasure of listening to Duke Ellington’s Jazz Violin Session? Recorded in 1963 but not released until two years after Ellington’s death in 1976, these sessions feature...
Five Exercises to Make Your Fourth Finger Behave
A strong fourth finger is essential for good fiddling, but often that strength is difficult to develop. Especially if you don’t often use your fourth finger or you’re new to...
Five Exercises to Make Your Fourth Finger Behave
A strong fourth finger is essential for good fiddling, but often that strength is difficult to develop. Especially if you don’t often use your fourth finger or you’re new to...