Course Overview
Teacher
Pete Martin has been called a "national class mandolin and fiddle player" by the Portland Oregonian and “an impressive multi instrumentalist" by SPBGMA Bluegrass Music News. Playing fiddle, mandolin, guitar and tenor guitar he has performed and... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 4 hr, 30 min
- Lessons 18
- Attachments 52
- Exercises 45
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145 CQ
18 Lessons in This Course
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16 minFREEMusic Theory lesson 1Free9 CQ
Learn basic vocabulary for the violin or fiddle (same thing), and get more comfortable with this challenging instrument, both physically and musically.
with Pete MartinLearn basic vocabulary for the violin or fiddle (same thing), and get more comfortable with this challenging instrument, both physically and musically.
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18 minViolin lesson 210 CQ
Learn good ergonomic methods for holding the fiddle. Knowing how to hold a fiddle correctly makes a huge difference in the comfort level for the player.
with Pete MartinLearn good ergonomic methods for holding the fiddle. Knowing how to hold a fiddle correctly makes a huge difference in the comfort level for the player.
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16 minViolin lesson 39 CQ
This lesson introduces a step-by-step method for how to hold the bow for good control and improved sound on the fiddle. Plus, learn common mistakes to avoid.
with Pete MartinThis lesson introduces a step-by-step method for how to hold the bow for good control and improved sound on the fiddle. Plus, learn common mistakes to avoid.
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24 minMusic Theory lesson 413 CQ
Proper tuning is vital for getting the best sound out of your instrument. Learn how to tune a fiddle before you play, for the best results possible.
with Pete MartinProper tuning is vital for getting the best sound out of your instrument. Learn how to tune a fiddle before you play, for the best results possible.
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18 minViolin lesson 510 CQ
The bow is the hardest thing to control for beginning fiddlers. This lesson breaks down the technique of the right bow arm and hand into small sections.
with Pete MartinThe bow is the hardest thing to control for beginning fiddlers. This lesson breaks down the technique of the right bow arm and hand into small sections.
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19 minViolin lesson 610 CQ
This lesson demonstrates good ergonomics for playing the fiddle with the left arm and hand. These positions allow for comfortable playing with a good sound.
with Pete MartinThis lesson demonstrates good ergonomics for playing the fiddle with the left arm and hand. These positions allow for comfortable playing with a good sound.
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17 minMusic Theory lesson 79 CQ
Fiddling is playing by ear, so learning songs by ear is very important. This lesson demonstrates a step-by-step method for learning fiddle songs by ear.
with Pete MartinFiddling is playing by ear, so learning songs by ear is very important. This lesson demonstrates a step-by-step method for learning fiddle songs by ear.
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16 minViola lesson 89 CQ
Now that you’ve learned good fiddle form, attempt your first fiddle song! “Boil the Cabbage Down” is often the first tune beginning fiddlers learn.
with Pete MartinNow that you’ve learned good fiddle form, attempt your first fiddle song! “Boil the Cabbage Down” is often the first tune beginning fiddlers learn.
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9 minViola lesson 95 CQ
Learn to play “Cripple Creek,” a popular, easy fiddle song that will introduce new notes and reinforce the fiddle techniques covered in this course.
with Pete MartinLearn to play “Cripple Creek,” a popular, easy fiddle song that will introduce new notes and reinforce the fiddle techniques covered in this course.
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12 minViola lesson 107 CQ
Continue to expand your fiddle repertoire with another American folk classic, “Rubber Dolly.” This is another beginner-level song that many fiddle players know.
with Pete MartinContinue to expand your fiddle repertoire with another American folk classic, “Rubber Dolly.” This is another beginner-level song that many fiddle players know.
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13 minViolin lesson 117 CQ
“Flop-Eared Mule” is another very common song fiddlers play everywhere. Learn to play this beginning/intermediate tune and develop your bow hand coordination.
with Pete Martin“Flop-Eared Mule” is another very common song fiddlers play everywhere. Learn to play this beginning/intermediate tune and develop your bow hand coordination.
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17 minViolin lesson 129 CQ
“The Eighth of January” is a beginner-friendly traditional fiddle song that uses bow slurs, a basic technique that is very important part of a fiddler’s sound.
with Pete Martin“The Eighth of January” is a beginner-friendly traditional fiddle song that uses bow slurs, a basic technique that is very important part of a fiddler’s sound.
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13 minViolin lesson 137 CQ
“The Girl I Left Behind Me” is a popular fiddle song. In this lesson, learn the fingering of the G major scale and discover a new finger location.
with Pete Martin“The Girl I Left Behind Me” is a popular fiddle song. In this lesson, learn the fingering of the G major scale and discover a new finger location.
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8 minViolin lesson 145 CQ
A very old traditional melody of Welsh origin, “The Ash Grove” is our first waltz. This is a pretty fiddle song well suited for beginning fiddle students.
with Pete MartinA very old traditional melody of Welsh origin, “The Ash Grove” is our first waltz. This is a pretty fiddle song well suited for beginning fiddle students.
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18 minViolin lesson 1510 CQ
“Arkansas Traveler” is one of the most popular tunes in old-time fiddling. In this lesson, learn this song and get tips for playing with other musicians.
with Pete Martin“Arkansas Traveler” is one of the most popular tunes in old-time fiddling. In this lesson, learn this song and get tips for playing with other musicians.
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9 minViolin lesson 165 CQ
Probably the most common fiddle tune, “Soldier’s Joy” is a must-have for a fiddler’s repertoire. Learn how to play this classic song in this lesson.
with Pete MartinProbably the most common fiddle tune, “Soldier’s Joy” is a must-have for a fiddler’s repertoire. Learn how to play this classic song in this lesson.
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14 minViolin lesson 178 CQ
The last tune in this series is called “Goodbye Liza Jane.” This popular fiddle song is in the key of A, and this lesson covers fingerings for that key.
with Pete MartinThe last tune in this series is called “Goodbye Liza Jane.” This popular fiddle song is in the key of A, and this lesson covers fingerings for that key.
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4 minViolin lesson 183 CQ
In this final lesson in the beginning fiddling course, Pete Martin reviews the concepts covered and shares tips for further study and purchasing a fiddle.
with Pete MartinIn this final lesson in the beginning fiddling course, Pete Martin reviews the concepts covered and shares tips for further study and purchasing a fiddle.
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8 minFREEJazz Guitar lessonFree5 CQ
Expand your jazz mandolin vocabulary! Learn the chord spelling of major, minor, 7th, minor 7th, diminished, and diminished 7th chords, and other variations.
with Pete MartinExpand your jazz mandolin vocabulary! Learn the chord spelling of major, minor, 7th, minor 7th, diminished, and diminished 7th chords, and other variations.
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14 minBlues Piano lesson8 CQ
Double stops are a classic way to create harmony around melody notes in bluegrass mandolin. Learn the basic technique and music theory of mando double stops.
with Pete MartinDouble stops are a classic way to create harmony around melody notes in bluegrass mandolin. Learn the basic technique and music theory of mando double stops.
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15 minMandolin lesson8 CQ
Bebop jazz is known for its fluid, expressive solos, but behind it all lies a lot of structure and music theory. Learn the basic bebop scales for mandolin!
with Pete MartinBebop jazz is known for its fluid, expressive solos, but behind it all lies a lot of structure and music theory. Learn the basic bebop scales for mandolin!
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17 minJazz Guitar lesson9 CQ
The mando isn’t just for bluegrass! In this lesson, learn the basics of jazz mandolin using the G major scale and the classic jazz standard, "Mack the Knife."
with Pete MartinThe mando isn’t just for bluegrass! In this lesson, learn the basics of jazz mandolin using the G major scale and the classic jazz standard, "Mack the Knife."
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10104 min10-part Violin course58 CQ
The violin is a difficult instrument to master, but the result is worthwhile! In this music course, violinist and conductor Michelle Willis teaches the basics of learning how to play the violin. First, find out which style violin is for you, then learn the anatomy of the violin and the bow. Learn how to take care of the violin, how to tune it, and finally, begin to play it! Michelle demonstrates fingering techniques, covers music theory, and teaches how to play a few simple folk songs.
with Teton MusicThe violin is a difficult instrument to master, but the result is worthwhile! In this music course, violinist and conductor Michelle Willis teaches the basics of learning how to play the violin. First, find out which style violin is for you, then learn the anatomy of the violin and the bow. Learn how to take care of the violin, how to tune it, and finally, begin to play it! Michelle demonstrates fingering techniques, covers music theory, and teaches how to play a few simple folk songs.
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12194 min12-part Violin course102 CQ
It's never too late to learn how to play the violin! Learn at your own pace in this comprehensive course for adult beginners—from properly holding the violin and bow, to playing Beethoven!
with Jennifer CliftIt's never too late to learn how to play the violin! Learn at your own pace in this comprehensive course for adult beginners—from properly holding the violin and bow, to playing Beethoven!
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18270 min18-part Violin course145 CQ
This course prepares total beginners to hit the stage with a repertoire of no less than 11 traditional fiddle songs, and the ability to play and improvise with other musicians. Anyone can fiddle!
with Pete MartinThis course prepares total beginners to hit the stage with a repertoire of no less than 11 traditional fiddle songs, and the ability to play and improvise with other musicians. Anyone can fiddle!
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10223 min10-part Violin course115 CQ
When learning violin, simple exercises, careful listening, and repetition are key to success. In this introductory course fit for aspiring musicians, discover fundamental violin technique and theory.
with Maestro MusiciansWhen learning violin, simple exercises, careful listening, and repetition are key to success. In this introductory course fit for aspiring musicians, discover fundamental violin technique and theory.
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321 min3-part Violin course12 CQ
If you're learning how to play the violin and looking for a way to spread some holiday cheer, add this trio of Christmas songs to your violin repertoire!
with Jennifer CliftIf you're learning how to play the violin and looking for a way to spread some holiday cheer, add this trio of Christmas songs to your violin repertoire!