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Lesson 5: How to play Hector the Hero

Hector the Hero is a simple lament by famous fiddler James Scott Skinner. It is written in tribute to Major-General Hector MacDonald, also known as ‘Fighting Mac’. Famous for rising through the ranks of the British army on merit alone, MacDonald died by suicide following malicious allegations. This sad tune is a beautiful tribute.

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Lesson 4: How to play the Jig of Slurs

The Jig of Slurs is rather a deceptive name, because there are no slurs in this piece!

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Lesson 4: How to play the Jig of Slurs

The Jig of Slurs is rather a deceptive name, because there are no slurs in this piece!

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Lesson 3: How to play Craigellachie Lasses

Caigellachie is a small village in Moray, Scotland. This tune to the ‘lasses’ or ladies of Craigellachie has a downward cascading feel. It includes a bit of tricky fingering so take it slowly and don’t give up too quickly!

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Lesson 3: How to play Craigellachie Lasses

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