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This set includes 100 tune prompts. That is a lot, but it will not include many tunes that you know or plan to learn.

Just starting out? Why not start here. My systematic videos take a beginner all the way through Suzuki Book 1 in about 7 months (take longer if you need to). This course is the only one of its kind on the web.

When you’re ready for a bigger challenge, Suzuki Book 2 could be for you! I’ll give you detailed instructions on every song and help you finish book 2 in about 8 months, plus instructions on vibrato, note reading, and general techniques! This course is packed with good stuff.

Looking for a “lite” version of Suzuki Book 2? If you’re already studying Suzuki Book 2 with a private teacher and just want some help on the songs between lessons, this course is just for you!

Using songs from Suzuki Book 2, this exciting mini-course gives you in-depth discussions and demonstrations for the elusive skill of “bow distribution”.

Unlock the expressive violinist within! This course elevates your playing through bow distribution, tone development, phrase shaping, vibrato, 3rd position, shifting and much more!

Book 4 uses familiar, enjoyable repertoire to stretch your ability while also providing a rich opportunity to apply the skills you learned in book 3 and train yourself to execute them consistently. Come check it out!

A perfect companion for teachers OR students, this course gives you over 200 videos, including prep exercises, technique, note-by-note teaching, play-along videos, downloadable sheet music, audio recordings, and much more.

Most methods use classical violin as a prerequisite to learn fiddle or, even worse, they do not teach technique at all. This course does BOTH. The result? You’ll become a fiddler with impeccable technique!

Formerly “Online Fiddle” and “Red Desert Fiddle” – Learn 24 great American and Irish fiddle tunes in about 8 months, PLUS the techniques you need to make any tune a foot-tappin’ show stopper!

From the very first prep exercises to a fully developed vibrato. These classes can be purchased separately, but they are also included in the Suzuki Courses: Vibrato Part 1 in Suzuki Book 1, Vibrato Part 2 in Suzuki Book 2, and Vibrato Part 3 in Suzuki Book 3.

My all-inclusive kits give you everything you need to master a tune! Click here to explore the Tutorials Library, with new kits added every year. Grow and expand your repertoire.

No time to waste? This extremely condensed course gives you the low-down on the hoedown: bowings, ornaments, and chords.

If you have some fiddle experience and are just looking to quickly build your repertoire, this course is for you. I’ll walk you through 24 great American and Irish fiddle tunes!

Learn the process of studying etudes using this timeless classic. All in 1st position so you can focus on the important things like tone, technique, intonation, and more!

Learning higher positions is essential for intermediate violinists. This course uses the revered book by Harvey Whistler, and guarantees fluency in 3rd and 5th position.

Intermediate violinists must study double stops if they want to learn the best violin repertoire. “Melodious Double Stops” by Josephine Trott is the tried and true classic for just that. Start today!

After completing this course, you will be totally proficient and fluent in reading music. (This course is included with Suzuki Book 2.)

If you feel “stuck” at a low intermediate level, if your playing lacks poise, polish and fluidity, if you struggle with Suzuki Book 4, or if Book 4 is rapidly approaching and you want a little more time to prepare, take this course!

Learn multiple approaches to scale and arpeggio practice to maximize the benefit to your playing. At the end of this course, scales will be your old pal, not a frightening mystery!

Need to play by ear better? Wish you could memorize more reliably? Does your vibrato go out the window when you try to use it in actual songs? Simple Songs will help you! Let’s go!

Unlock the chords for thousands of tunes through the use of 3 powerful, versatile, memorable and simple formulas! It is about time fiddlers got this tool!