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Here at the FolkAcademy we are commited to bringing you the finest in contemporary traditional folk tuition. In collaboration with the finest modern exponents of their art we are filming an exhaustive library of DVD products, backed by the sheet music and exercises. Browse through our ever growing catalogue for information about these critically acclaimed products.

The ‘Mastering the Art’ series

The ‘Mastering the Art’ series was developed as advice and tuition for people who can already play their instrument but are looking for hints, tips and ideas to develop their playing. Always filmed in front of a live audience these masterclasses are a fascinating way to gain the finest tuition from the pre-eminent performers and teachers on each instrument. With and ever evolving range of instruments covered have a look through our pages and watch this space for forthcoming releases.

CD Cover: Accordion with Murray Grainger Accordion with Murray Grainger

On this DVD, the renowned accordionist Murray Grainger works with student Lesley Dolman, to provide a live audience with a valuable insight into how to improve their command of this distinctive instrument … in the manner of the professionals. Together they explore:

Never before have accordionists of all styles had such a valuable resource of information in an practical and accessible form!

Possibly the most comprehensive DVD on the art of traditional fiddle playing!

CD Cover: Fiddle with Gina Le FauxOn this DVD Gina le Faux gives us an insight into the art of Traditional Fiddle playing.

Suitable for players of all standards Gina takes us through the basics of posture before delving in such areas as bow control, articulation and ornamentation and by using well known traditional melodies she explores many of the secrets of improving your fiddle technique.

Suitable for all standards of player this DVD looks into:

Packed with hints, tips and inspiration, you will want to watch this DVD again and again!

Due for release soon “Melodeon – Mastering the Art with John Spiers”

Planned for filming in the autumn “Irish Music on the D/G Melodeon – Mastering the Art with Tim Edey” and “Irish Music on the Nylon Guitar – Mastering the Art with Tim Edey”