Learn to play fiddle

Individual fiddle lessons

Ros is currently teaching fiddle players 1:1 via Zoom. 

If you’ve never played before this is an ideal time to have a go. The availability of online lessons means it’s possible to start learning no matter where in the world you are. Ros particularly enjoys helping players find effective ways to make the best use of their available time to learn and improve their playing

Fiddle classes

Ros started teaching fiddle classes in Edinburgh in 2009 and latterly was teaching with  Fun Fiddle in Portobello, on the east side of the city. Ros is currently away from Edinburgh and not teaching any regular classes for now.

“I really enjoyed the classes, the atmosphere and the friendship. I felt it was exactly what I needed” JG

Fiddle workshops

Workshops are open to adult fiddle players and are suitable for people who have been playing for a few years, and who are able to learn by ear. We explore many aspects of playing technique, aiming to build players’ ability to play more fluidly, and develop their own style. Ros is currently organising occasional workshops when time permits.

“You created a really good atmosphere – very positive. We both left with a buzz!” JMcK

If you’d like to find out more about what we’ve covered in previous workshops, there are notes on the  fiddle workshop update page, which include brief details of what we worked on. The one day and half-day workshops each have a specific focus. If you have an idea for a  topic you would like to see covered in a future workshop, do get in touch.

“I loved the workshop. Lovely, very comfortable venue, delicious food and most of all a very constructive atmosphere. It was a privilege to be in a small group and have the opportunity to learn by ear at a helpful pace.”

“What a lovely relaxed few hours that was yesterday. Lots of bits to think and reflect on. Fantastic to get notes of the day too. What a bonus….it was all helpful and soothing too.” SB

Ros’s friendly fiddle workshops and classes focus on producing better tone from the fiddle, and developing relaxed playing with a strong sense of rhythm, rather than learning tunes. They can help you with particular issues that you would like to work on. We play and learn new tunes by ear. Written music is available online after each workshop, as a reminder.

“Really useful advice on bowhold and pulse. Also tips for the left hand – already making a difference!”

M McL

“A journey of 1000 miles starts with a single step”

 

Fiddle retreats

Ros is running the Bealach Fiddle Retreats. Join us to spend some time in spectacular surroundings and good company, learning some new tunes and techniques together.

Other projects:

Clachan Ceòl

This is our our newly formed ceilidh band on the Isle of Coll

Website building

Ros has built the websites for each of the projects above, and built this Fiddleclass website. She has also built a number of sites for other projects. Find out more about Ros’s website building

Photography

Ros is really interested in photography, and how to create images that are visually appealing

Previous projects:

SongTribe choir

For many years Ros organised SongTribe choir, and occasional one-off singing workshops with songleader Alison Burns. You can find out more about the choir and workshop events on the SongTribe website

Da Hooley ceilidh band

Ros was a founder member of this lively Edinburgh-based ceilidh band, which has been getting people up to dance since 1995. Find out more about the band on Da Hooley ceilidh band’s website

The Porty Ceilidhs

Ros organises occasional ceilidhs in Portobello, which aim to raise funds for local organisations. Find out more about The Porty Ceilidhs  on Da Hooley ceilidh band’s website