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New course releases

Get the latest from our ever expanding collection of traditional music courses.

๐ŸŽผ This 19-lesson course works as the perfect spring board into traditional fiddle playing. Learn bowing techniques, tunes and much more. ๐ŸŽป

๐ŸŽผ If you’ve got some experience in Irish fiddle playing, try this nine lesson advanced course to develop that authentic Irish feel to your playing. ๐ŸŽป

๐ŸŽผ Come from a classical violin background? Try this 19-lesson advanced fiddle foundation course to start your journey in traditional music. ๐ŸŽป

๐ŸŽผ The accordion, flute, tin whistle, guitar and more fiddle lessons coming soon. Stay tuned for new releases and get access to it all for just $9.99 / month.

๐ŸŽผ The perfect introduction to the Irish fiddle. Nine lessons designed to kickstart your Irish folk playing. Packed with tunes from the Emerald Isle. ๐ŸŽป

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Our happy customers have a lot to say about our products and services!

“Chris couldn’t be any clear in his fiddle teaching. I’m progressing quicker than ever with my playing. Love it!”

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Ollie C.

London

“These courses have given me structure that I just can’t find with free videos on YouTube”

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Marcus M.

London

“As a classical player, I loved the fact that Chris gives us tips to help get a more natural sound”

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Tom L.

Cambridge

“Just wanted to say how much I’m enjoying these! I haven’t picked up my violin in years, now I’m playing every day!”

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Robin M.

York

“I’ve just completed the Irish Foundations course for beginner and I can’t wait to start on the advanced course”

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Amy R

New York

“What a great introduction to folk music. Can’t wait for the next courses to be released”

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Innes G.

Glasgow

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