Texas Style Breakdowns – Learning advanced versions of Hoedowns in the Texas Tradition, Contest Ready versions & must know Double stops, Learn by ear or tab Texas Style Class will have tab, recording devices encouraged
Author Archives: Corrine Agnew
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Feb
Feb
The Wonderful World of Hornpipes and Reels Learning two and three part tunes with variations, flat keys and finger twisters Learn by ear or tab Old Time and Texas Style Class will have tab, recording devices encouraged
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Feb
Feb
Prerequisites: Have a few years of fiddling behind you, and know at least a couple dozen tunes by heart. Be comfortable in the keys of D, G, and A. Have experience learning by ear. Styles/tunes taught: A variety of North American fiddle tunes, possibly including a few tunes from north and south of the US […]
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Feb
Feb
Prerequisites: This class is open to anyone who already has some experience on the violin, whether it’s one year or 20, and is comfortable in the keys of D, G, and A. I’ll be teaching by ear, so some experience learning that way would be helpful. Styles/tunes taught: You’ll learn a variety of tunes from […]
15
Feb
Feb
We will be starting from scratch and learning the basics of Old-Time strumming styles and three finger picking. We will cover some basic tunings starting with standard G and its related chord shapes then progressing from there into other tunings and chord shapes. We will learn to play some basic melodies suitable for jamming with […]
14
Feb
Feb
Tired of playing just backup guitar? Do you play mandolin and would love to play some more duos with guitars and fiddle? This may be your class! In this class I will be teaching fiddle tunes on Mandolin and Guitar. We will be learning some harmonies and other things to help you play with someone […]
13
Feb
Feb
Prerequisites: Able to (or interested in) learning by ear. Comfortable with and open to, instruction of fiddling basics and skills beyond those you may have experienced before. Styles/tunes taught: Tunes taught are tailored to each groups skill development needs. Old Time tunes taught as a vehicle to work into Texas Style. Twin swing may also […]
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Feb
Feb
Prerequisites: Able to (or interested in) learning by ear. Comfortable with and open to, instruction of fiddling basics and skills beyond those you may have experienced before. Styles/tunes taught: Tunes taught are tailored to each groups skill development needs. Old Time tunes taught as a vehicle to work into Texas Style. Twin swing may also […]
11
Feb
Feb
Prerequisites: Basic understanding of the guitar, string names, and how to hold a pick. Materials Needed: Picks, tuner, notebook, and a recording device. A music stand might be helpful but not necessary. This class is for those interested in learning to back up fiddle players. However, the class can also be used to gain basic […]
11
Feb
Feb
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of your instrument and string names. Materials Needed: Size-appropriate fiddle, recording device(optional) & Music Stand. This class is for those who are just beginning their fiddle journey. We will go over correct hand and arm positions to make learning faster and easier. We will talk about how to get the best sound […]