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Mountain Road, Performance Version
This is really the keystone tune from volume 1 of "The Fiddler's Way." Aside from bing a great melody, it really brings together many of the concepts introduced in Volume 1, including two different kinds of shuffles, rocking double stops, and left hand ornamentation.
The versions I play in the book are designed to teach these important foundational skills. However, at the end of the day, fiddle music is about making it your, too, so here's how I would play it in "performance mode." Enjoy!
The versions I play in the book are designed to teach these important foundational skills. However, at the end of the day, fiddle music is about making it your, too, so here's how I would play it in "performance mode." Enjoy!
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Drowsy Maggie: Performance Version
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Here's a classic session tune that I really enjoy playing! I hope it gets your toes tappin' and helps liven up your day! For the fiddlers out there, it's all about that "backbeat shuffle." #violinteacher #fiddle #teacherlife #fiddletunes #fiddlersway #thefiddlersway #learnfiddle #celticfiddle #fiddle #scottishfiddle #irishfiddle #violin #violinist #fiddler #teacher #fiddleteacher #violinteacher...
The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #13: Drowsy Maggie
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This is a great tune in E Dorian that also has what I call the "Mountain Road Shuffle." I can't remember when I learned this tune - that's how long I've known it. This one is popular at sessions, and for a good reason. It's a ton of fun to play, especially when you get it up to speed! #violinteacher #fiddle #teacherlife #fiddletunes #fiddlersway #thefiddlersway #learnfiddle #celticfiddle #fiddl...
The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #12: Willafjord
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I learned this tune from the playing of the great "Shetland Fiddle Diva," Catriona MacDonald. It's pretty unique, as you don't find this bouncy, syncopated rhythm very much in other styles of fiddling, and I just love playing this tune. I hope you enjoy it, whether you're trying to learn it, or just enjoying it as a listener! #violinteacher #fiddle #teacherlife #fiddletunes #fiddlersway #thefid...
The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #11b: Mountain Road with Exercises
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In many ways Mountain Road is at the heart of "The Fiddler's Way, Volume 1." It's the culmination of many of the concepts that I cover, including 1) The Backbeat Shuffle, 2) Left-hand Rolls 2) String Crossings. In Volume 2, I plan to develop even MORE skills with this gem of a tune! #violinteacher #fiddle #teacherlife #fiddletunes #fiddlersway #thefiddlersway #learnfiddle #celticfiddle #fiddle ...
The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #10: Wind That Shakes the Barley
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Here's a traditional Irish Tune that shares a name with a popular Irish folk song. This is a great tune for practicing open D and A string drones! #violinteacher #fiddle #teacherlife #fiddletunes #fiddlersway #thefiddlersway #learnfiddle #celticfiddle #fiddle #scottishfiddle #irishfiddle #violin #violinist #fiddler #teacher #fiddleteacher #violinteacher #tunes #teaching #teachersofinstagram #te...
The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #9: Mrs. MacLeod with Double-Stop Drones
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One thing I start introducing a little earlier than other violin teachers is double-stop drones (basically, playing an open drone string above or below the melody). It's a little tricky, but a lot of fun! For more exercise, check out my audio complement at: brandonvance.bandcamp.com/album/the-fiddlers-way-volume-1 #violinteacher #fiddle #teacherlife #fiddletunes #fiddlersway #thefiddlersway #le...
The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #8: Kesh Jig
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It's time for rolls, rolls, rolls!! Here's another important session tune to have in your pocket, for sure. #fiddle #violinist #violinteacher #violinteacher #fiddle #teacherlife #fiddletunes #fiddlersway #thefiddlersway #learnfiddle #celticfiddle #fiddle #scottishfiddle #irishfiddle #violin #violinist #fiddler #teacher #fiddleteacher #violinteacher #tunes #teaching #teachersofinstagram #teacher...
The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #7: Swallowtail Jig
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Here's a classic Irish Jig, and the 7th tune in my book "The Fiddler's Way!" I've included all of the exercises in the book, so you can hear exactly how they go! Here's a link to buy the book on Amazon: a.co/d/2YLHdxD #fiddle #violinist #violinteacher #violinteacher #fiddle #teacherlife #fiddletunes #fiddlersway #thefiddlersway #learnfiddle #celticfiddle #fiddle #scottishfiddle #irishfiddle #vi...
Brandon Vance Airport Show! Earl's Chair
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I have a regular show at the SeaTac Airport as part of the "Experience The City of Music" program, hosted by Gigs4U. Here's a little sample of a fun jam I did for St. Paddy's day using my Boss looping pedal. This is an Irish tune called "Earl's Chair." #fiddle #celticfiddle #fiddler #irishfiddle #violinist #violin #jamming #soloshow #bosslooper #tunes #stpaddysday #brandonvancemusic @Gigs4uOrg
The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #6: Stool of Repentance
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The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #5: Cutting Bracken (Tha Mi Sgìth)
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The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #4: Scarce O' Tatties
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The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #3: Pigeon on The Gate
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Fail Ò Ro Mar Dh'Fhag Sinn (Fal Ò Ro, As We Departed)
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Fail Ò Ro Mar Dh'Fhag Sinn (Fal Ò Ro, As We Departed), is a traditional Gàidhlig song from the outer Hebrides. More specifically, the Isle of Uist. The melody and half of the lyrics were written by Rev. Murdo MacLeod of South Uist, while the other half of the lyrics were written by Miss Kate Morrison of North Uist. The accompanying instruments are an Indian Shruti box (similar to a harmonium), ...
The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #1: Bonnie Tammie
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The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #1: Bonnie Tammie
The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #11a: Mountain Road
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The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #11a: Mountain Road
The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #2: Mrs. MacLeod
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The Fiddler's Way, Vol. 1, #2: Mrs. MacLeod
Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Branle Des Chevaux played on Medieval Vielle
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Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Branle Des Chevaux played on Medieval Vielle
Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Scarce o’ Tatties
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Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Scarce o’ Tatties
Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Strathspey, Cutting Bracken (Tha Mi Sgìth)
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Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Strathspey, Cutting Bracken (Tha Mi Sgìth)
Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Highland Laddie
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Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Highland Laddie
Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Trim the Velvet
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Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Trim the Velvet
Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Dream Valley of Glendaruel
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Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Dream Valley of Glendaruel
Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Lochanside
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Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Lochanside
Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Barrowburn
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Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Cawdor Fair, Bird’s Nest
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Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Cawdor Fair, Bird’s Nest
Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Tail Toddle, Wind that Shakes the Barley
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Tunes & Chats with Brandon: Tail Toddle, Wind that Shakes the Barley
In France, I would say this tune was mostly played on an instrument that we call a 'Vielle à Roue" in French which is a Hurdy-Gurdy in English. I did not know about this rustic Medieval Violin (also called a 'Vielle" !). Very nice performance, bravo !
Love the slides in this tune 👍👍👍
Absolute cracking tune 👍😎
could you do a beginner lesson on that?
You can tell Maggie's *very* drowsy
ha! :-)
@brandonvancemusic You should come to Minnesota sometime for some sessions
Yaaaaasssss!!
Wonderful!!
Thank you! Cheers!
Nicely Played!
Thanks so much! :-)
Amazing 😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
UA-cam Recommendations have landed me here, I shall rest awhile as I recoup upon my journey. Thank you for this wonderful piece!
You’re very welcome!
Apparently Addie wrote the tune in a pub in the Northumbrian hamlet of Barrowburn while on tour with his band.
that's an amazing little factoid! Thanks for sharing!
I play this in my local session in the English Lake District. One of our regulars was a founder member of Silly Wizard!
That's so cool! Johnny and Phil Cunningham were so great together. We definitely lost Johnny too soon. Do you mind me asking which member of Silly Wizard comes to your local? Cheers! -BV
@@brandonvancemusic It's Gordon Jones, who was a founder member. He's a stalwart of the trad music scene in the South Lakes. He set it up with Bob Thomas, who was going out with my cousin at the time. As a kid I hung out at a couple of their early rehearsals!
Nice! Thanks. Great tune. Always thought it had an American Old Time "feel" to it,
Yeah, I agree. One of those “transcontinental” tunes for sure!
Love this! Thanks for posting.
Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
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Nice job! Lyn Elder is still making instruments?
I couldn't tell you! This instrument was on loan from a woman by the name of Peggy Monroe
The wonderful Scottish folk band Silly Wizard ( unfortunately now no more ) played this beautiful tune both as a Strathspey and as a lullaby. Worth checking out Brandon.
That's right! I grew up on Silly Wizard! Glad to hear the fan base is still strong :-)
Nice playing and info on this tune. Melikes :)
Thank you!
I love this song! I know how to play it on my Rebec
That's awesome! Yes, I had this beautiful vielle on loan for a while! Love the rich tone! :-)
Crisp playing!
thanks!
It's worth noting that, while I learned this tune from the playing of Silly Wizard, the original tune was composed by Norman MacLean, a bagpiper from Uist in the Outer Hebrides.
Is the last tune Tam the Bam by Pete Clark?
It is indeed!!
Pretty sure the glow of pride is shining from those above.
Aww, blessings :-) 🙏
What a beautiful tribute Brandon. I miss watching you and your Dad Perform together at the games. This is so special ✌🏻
Thanks Jenney!! I'm glad you were blessed by it!
Lovely stuff!
The first tune is The Miller of Drone!
Well, yes not a classical violinist playing a fiddle tune. You're a fiddler that plays darn near everything. How about Goofus a large Red Foley?
Cumberland Ridge Runners was the name of the group. Red Foley was the goof looking like Stan Laurel.
Thank you, sir! I'm not familiar with them, but happy to check 'em out! Cheers :-)
Hmm, 3 days and 3 likes?
thank you!
Hup! Nice version of this! I notice you play the F# as well in the B part, some play an Fnat, which is not the most comfortable on the flute...
Love this! Thank you :-)
Cleveland! I watched this after having just made tea...
Ach! Good to hear from you, friend :-)
chocolate as a 3 syllable vs 2 syllable word. maybe strawberry popsicle?
schokolade ... 4 syllables auf deutsche ... whatever works :-)
Nice mug in the foreground!
Thanks 😊
Thank you for writing this piece! I enjoyed playing this at summer camp! (I'm Mary btw.. my username is confusing)
Yay!! Glad you enjoyed it! :-)
Amazing!
Thanks Hugh!
this makes me so happy
I'm originally from Anacortes, but I live in Seattle ... if you like this, you might like music from one of my albums with Mark Minkler (Lopez) "Beyond the Borders" or our new album fresh off the press "The Way Forward." check out samples on CDbaby under Brandon Vance and Mark Minkler or visit my website above.
Wow, this is pretty darn good, and you folks are here in Anacortes? I love Celtic Music, it's actually my favorite, and this seems to border on that a tad bit.
We all live in the Seattle area, but you nailed it ... definitely a celtic-influenced composition. Thanks for listening :-)
Sounds great, everyone! Fun times playing this one, Brandon :) was that really back in 2008?