DVD-Southern Old-Time Fiddle Tour

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Bruce Molsky, a leading performer of Southern old-time fiddle music, guides viewers through six traditional tunes in this instructional documentary directed by Happy Traum. Each tune comes from a different region and uses a distinct tuning, drawing inspiration from pioneering recordings by artists like Tommy Jarrell, Fiddlin’ John Carson, Eck Robertson, Uncle Bunch Stevens, and Carter Brothers and Son. Molsky demonstrates bowing patterns ranging from basic shuffles and sawstrokes to advanced techniques, while also covering droning, rhythmic emphasis, and phrasing that define this musical tradition.

This single-disc DVD from Hal Leonard offers an in-depth look at the regional variations and playing styles that give old-time fiddle music its character. You’ll own a physical copy of this instructional performance at a fraction of what a new version costs.