Music Articles
Here’s where you’ll find a variety of articles on music
From fiddle bowing to movable guitar chords;
from mandolin tips to ukulele arrangements
plus loads more…
Ever wondered what's going on with tunes in 7/8? Trouble finding the beat? Read this article to understand this great time signature.
5 great tips for mandolin players of all styles, covering playing speed, position changing, finger pressure and more.
Hear a track from Phil Berthoud's folk album "In the Footsteps of the Vagabond", inspired by his Godfather, John Bradburne.
Essential tips for fiddle players on double-stopping. A common, but often overlooked, technique used widely by great fiddle players everywhere.
Great advice on bringing Irish Polkas to life for fiddle players. Featuring bowing, dynamics and variations. Take your fiddle playing to the next level.
Great advice on bringing Irish Polkas to life for fiddle players. Featuring bowing, dynamics and variations. Take your fiddle playing to the next level.
Great advice on bringing Irish Hornpipes to life for fiddle players. Featuring bowing and variations. Take your fiddle playing to the next level.
Great advice on bringing Irish Hornpipes to life for fiddle players. Featuring bowing and variations. Take your fiddle playing to the next level.
Learn Phil's sunny guitar arrangement of Papua New Guinean tune "Sila Hoa Bada". Also discover tips on the process of arranging tunes. Audio and tab included!
Learn Phil's beautiful guitar arrangement of Welsh Waltz, "Farewell Marian". Also discover tips on arranging tunes for guitar. Audio and tab included!
5 essential left-hand (fingering hand) tips for fiddle players of all styles. Improve intonation, playing speed and accuracy.
Learn how to take your Irish Jig playing to the next level, with advice on bowing and variations - increase speed and bring more energy to your playing.
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