This piece is thought to reference the book by Thomas Paine. Example Backing Tracks Sheet Music
The Pride of Petravore
Also known as Eileen Oge, this tune is attributed to the multitalented Percy French. Petravore translates to “Peter of the Road,” who was proprietor of a public house at theContinue readingThe Pride of Petravore
Bill Cheatem
Also known as Bill Cheatham. Example Backing Tracks Sheet Music From thesession.org.
Blackberry Blossom
Blackberry Blossom is a great tune for improvisation and variations. Examples Backing Tracks Sheet Music
Flowers of Edinburgh
Flowers of Edinburgh, as you might guess, comes to us through Scottish fiddle traditions. Example Backing Tracks Sheet Music
Old Grey Cat
Also known as “Old Gray Cat on a Tennessee Farm,” “Auld Grey Cat,” and “The Smuggler’s.” The titular cat may be old, but still has some pep in its step!Continue readingOld Grey Cat
Cold Frosty Morning
This haunting melody utilizes the A dorian mode. Watch out for the A major chord in the second part. Recording Backing Tracks Sheet Music
Cuckoo’s Nest
Cuckoo’s Nest is a reel in the key of D, but featuring a C chord for a modal feel. As usual for fiddle tunes, it repeats in AABB structure. However,Continue readingCuckoo’s Nest
Maggie
George W. Johnson published his poem, “When You and I Were Young, Maggie,” in 1864. He married Margaret “Maggie” Clark that same year. Tragically, she died the following spring. InContinue readingMaggie
Jack of Diamonds
Jack of Diamonds, a traditional song, is also known as “Jack of Diamonds is a Hard Card to Play.” This recording is by the Utah Old Time Fiddlers.