This beginner Irish fiddle tutorial shows you how to play the fiddle, step by step. Specifically you'll learn: 1, The different parts of the fiddle 00:41 2. How to Hold the bow 02:34 3. How to hold the fiddle 03:58 5. The Strings 04:59 6. Basic Bowing 05:51 And get the best possible start on your Irish fiddle journey. Please ask any questions in the comments below. Follow the 'Fiddle Basics' YouTube Playlist here - www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKIuLCXpS-wticiBY7dcuyA2rv0mOnhBs Or start the free 'Irish Fiddle Basics' package on the Online Academy of Irish Music's website here - www.oaim.ie/irish-fiddle/fiddle-basics/ Irish Fiddle Basics Course Synopsis: This course is for the beginner fiddler. It begins with a series of six free lessons which teach how to hold the instrument, proper posture, bowing technique and two easy tunes. In the subsequent twelve lessons, there is a progressive study of fingering, bowing, tunes and ornamentation. Emphasis is placed on tempo, rhythm and tone when teaching the tunes. The 'Fiddle Basics' course will equip the beginner fiddle player with fourteen great tunes as well as all the necessary rudiments to start the journey down the long and adventurous road of Irish fiddle playing. We are convinced that learning the fiddle with these innovative lessons couldn't be made easier! One of the main advantages of learning the fiddle online is that you can rewind the tutor as often as you like. OAIM fiddle lessons teach you how to play the fiddle using simple step-by-step tutorials starting with the very basics, how to hold the fiddle, how to bow, and how to play the scales. Another advantage is that it's so convenient. The beauty of these online lessons is that you get access to master teachers in the Irish tradition, teaching in the time honoured, traditional way from the comfort of your own home. Start today - www.oaim.ie/irish-fiddle/fiddle-basics/ Irish music tutorials from the Online Academy of Irish Music