Fiddles on the Mountain, Lively Folk Duets for Two Cellos, Book One

Name: Fiddles on the Mountain, Lively Folk Duets for Two Cellos, Book One
SKU: CHP445
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Cello fiddle duets that celebrate the great outdoors are here! Raise your spirits as your fingers nimbly climb around the fingerboard in Fiddles on the Mountain; an exuberant collection of cello folk duets inspired by nature.

From beloved tunes like Waltzing Matilda to traditional bluegrass favorites like Shady Grove, this book of duos for two cellos will take you on a journey through the mountains, roads, and groves that have inspired folk tunes through time.

Are you looking for music to perform? Perfect for lessons, gigs, performances, and chamber music parties, this book will bring joy to players and audiences alike.

Have you finished Flying Fiddle Dets for Two Cellos, Book Two? This book was written to follow the Flying Fiddle series. These duets use first through fourth position and are set at an intermediate level.

Fiddles on the Mountain for Two Violins, Fiddles on the Mountain for Two Violas, and Fiddles on the Mountain for Two Cellos are compatible: the parts in these books can also be played as duets with any combination of violin, viola, and cello.

by Myanna Harvey
36 pages
CHP445
©2024 C. Harvey Publications

SKU: CHP445 Categories: Cello Duets, Cello, Intermediate Level I Cello, Intermediate Level II Cello, New Releases, String Class Tags: cello, cello duets, intermediate cello

Additional information

Clefs Used	Bass
Heterogeneous Class Use	Yes, can be used in heterogeneous classes
Level	Intermediate through Advanced Level players can benefit from this.
Positions Used	First Through Fourth Position

Common Questions About This Book

Who is this book for?

This book is for intermediate cellists who enjoy folk music and want engaging duet repertoire to play with others. It is ideal for private lessons, chamber music, recitals, community performances, casual gigs, and musicians looking for enjoyable music to share with friends. Written in first through fourth position.

What will students learn from this book?

Students will strengthen ensemble playing, rhythm, intonation, and musical expression while exploring a lively collection of traditional folk tunes. Because both players share melodic and accompanying roles, the duets help develop listening skills, balance, phrasing, and confidence performing with another musician.

What is included in this book?

This book features an energetic collection of folk favorites inspired by mountains, forests, rivers, and country roads, including beloved traditional tunes from around the world. Every arrangement is written as an equal-part duet, making rehearsals enjoyable and rewarding for both players.The violin, viola, and cello editions are fully compatible, allowing any combination of the three instruments to perform together. This flexibility makes the book an excellent choice for studios, schools, families, and mixed-instrument chamber groups.

What makes this book different from similar books?

Many duet collections feature simplified accompaniments or unequal parts that leave one player with a less interesting role. Fiddles on the Mountain gives both musicians engaging, musical parts that are enjoyable to play while naturally developing ensemble skills.In addition, the series is uniquely cross-compatible. The violin, viola, and cello editions can be mixed and matched, allowing musicians on different string instruments to perform together from their own books. Combined with carefully graded technical demands and spirited folk arrangements, this makes the series an outstanding resource for teachers, students, and performing musicians alike.