renjenn
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renjenn replied to the topic Tone gets better with age? in the forum Fiddle Setup and Repair 7 years ago
They definitely get better the more they are played. I got a violin off ebay that hadn’t been played since the 40’s at least. no strings or tailpiece or even a nut. I got it fixed and it was just ok. I was disappointed but I kept it. I’ve been playing it for several years now and people have complimented on its tone. It has changed a great…[Read more]
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renjenn replied to the topic Codabow opinions? in the forum Fiddle Setup and Repair 7 years ago
so what did you end up getting, Newfiddler?
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renjenn replied to the topic Fiddle Contest in the forum Fiddling Techniques and Playing Advice 7 years, 1 month ago
I’m thinking of entering a scottish fiddle contest as a novice. I’m not sure that I’m ready, but its all for fun anyway. no expectations of winning.
I have some questions maybe someone can answer.
The contest has an Air(2x), pause for judges, March(2x), Strathspey(2x) and reel(2x) without a break.
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renjenn replied to the topic Scottish Ornament Tutorial Chronological order? in the forum Fiddle Lesson Forum 7 years, 1 month ago
I love those grace note tutorials and the grooves as well. Very helpful. right now the Jig is in the list twice under grooves. is there supposed to be something else?
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renjenn replied to the topic FULL LIST of Tunes to be Published – VOTE NOW!!! in the forum Lessons in Production – Fiddle Tune Requests 7 years, 1 month ago
Can I add to the list Miss Macleod’s reel and Prince Charlie’s Last View Of Scotland (Aire)? Both are scottish fiddle tunes.
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renjenn replied to the topic Suggestion- Prince Charlie in the forum Lessons in Production – Fiddle Tune Requests 7 years, 1 month ago
It’s a scottish Aire. in G minor. Sounds great with a cello drone.
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renjenn replied to the topic Suggestion- Prince Charlie in the forum Lessons in Production – Fiddle Tune Requests 7 years, 1 month ago
Since we’re on the subject, I’d love to hear Miss Macleod’s reel. I have trouble figuring out how to add ornaments. (I’m pretty beginner)
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renjenn started the topic Suggestion- Prince Charlie in the forum Lessons in Production – Fiddle Tune Requests 7 years, 1 month ago
I would love to have a tutorial for Prince Charlie’s last view of Scotland. It’s so dramatic. I think Hanneke would rock it. Has it ever been requested?