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What Can I Expect from Wallowa Fiddle Tunes Camp?
Some people go to a fiddle camp every year and there is no mystery about it. But for many people, the whole idea is an abstract concept: are people sitting on tree stumps playing fiddle? Do they shoot squirrels for their lunch? Is everyone already paired up musically?...
Whew! Suzuki Book 3 Is Finished!
My online violin lessons featuring Suzuki Book 3 are finally finished! Join the conversation about what comes next from RDV.
How to Practice Violin Effectively
We all know violin practice is important, but we aren’t born knowing how to practice effectively. Here are the tips that I have taught hundreds of students.
What makes an Irish fiddle tune sound Irish?
What makes an Irish fiddle song sound Irish? Bow patterns and ornamentation. Take a look.
Calling All Fiddlers: Do You Need Suzuki Book 1?
The Suzuki Book I is the IDEAL starting point for any violinist for ANY style. Find out why
You should know this old-time fiddler
Because Jehile Kirkhuff is one of the cornerstones of the old-time fiddle tradition, we at Red Desert Violin and Red Desert Fiddle are doing our small part to keep his legacy alive.