This is a handy reference chart detailing the common chord positions that all squareneck resonator slide players should know. Major, dominant and minor chords are illustrated in both closed and open string versions.
In addition, four major scale patterns and a diagram of the location of the notes on the neck are included.

A meticulous collection of recordings, square and contra dances, fiddle contests, jam sessions and individual fiddlers. This magnificent book is meant to provide a snapshot of what American fiddlers were playing and listening to in the latter part of the 20th Century. Bowings, fingerings, and guitar chords are provided for each melody line; a perfect reference guide to add to any fiddlers repertoire.

A collection of 120 melodies meticulously transcribed from recordings by the masters of the klezmer style, including Dave Tarras, Naftule Brandwine, Abe Schwartz and many more. Written in standard notation for C instruments, this book includes chordal accompaniment, program notes for each piece, and interviews with master klezmer musician Andy Statman and ethnomusicologist Dr. Walter Zev Feldman.

Why should violinists have all the fun? Stacy Phillips, America's foremost author of books for fiddlers, has turned his expertise to cello. Fiddle Tunes for Two Cellos contains 56 authentic renditions of fiddle tunes arranged in harmony for two cellos. Perfect for teacher/student duets or just expanding the cello repertoire. Play along with the enclosed CD if you don't have another cellist nearby. Contents include up tempo reels, jigs, waltzes, swing pieces and bluegrass songs. Beginners should check out the companion book, Stacy Phillips' Fiddle Tunes for Beginning Cellists, as well as his similar titles for viola players.