In this music book, James McGillivray focuses on a comprehensive and methodical approach for improving piping technique. He breaks embellishments down into their component parts, defines their rhythmic context and isolates common problem areas. This approach makes the bagpipe's magical but difficult gracenoting understandable.
Suitable for all levels except complete beginners, Rhythmic Fingerwork has gone through 5 printings since its release in 1998 and continues to draw raves for it common-sense approach to the difficult technique of the Highland bagpipe. In addition to being a great self-study tool, it is also a great practical tool for teachers and teaching programs.
Here is what Rhythmic Fingerwork can offer you:
- 141 exercises covering all light music technique
- Detailed instruction on how to play and practise each exercise
- MP3 downloads demonstrating all exercises
- A practical philosophy to help you understand gracenoting
