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Overview
Fiddle Time Joggers by Kathy and David Blackwell is a carefully paced collection of very easy violin pieces designed for young and beginner violinists. As Book 1 of the Fiddle Time series, it provides an enjoyable progression from open-string playing towards using all four fingers in the 0–1–23–4 finger pattern.
The book combines lively original tunes, familiar melodies and easy duets, giving students opportunities to develop basic technique while enjoying real pieces of music. Its gradual progression helps young players build confidence without introducing technical demands too quickly.
The 2nd Edition features colourful illustrations, a refreshed design and a new play-along CD with varied backing styles, including live band, string quartet, guitar and accordion. Slower practice tracks are also included for selected pieces.
Key Features
Beginner-Friendly Repertoire – Very easy pieces designed for early-stage violin students.
Progressive Learning – Moves gradually from open strings to finger patterns using all four fingers.
Lively Original Tunes – Engaging compositions by Kathy and David Blackwell.
Familiar Tunes & Duets – Gives students a mixture of original music, traditional material and easy two-part playing.
Finger Pattern Development – Introduces the 0–1–23–4 finger pattern progressively.
Play-Along CD – Provides lively backing tracks to make practice and performance more enjoyable.
Slower Practice Tracks – Selected pieces include slower-tempo tracks to support learning and practice.
Music Fact-Finder – Helps explain musical words and symbols introduced throughout the book.
Colour Illustrations – Attractive illustrations help make the book approachable for young learners.
Viola Time Compatibility – Many pieces can be played together with corresponding Viola Time Joggers material.
What Students Will Learn
Fiddle Time Joggers helps students develop fundamental violin skills through progressive repertoire, including:
Playing on open strings
Basic bow control and coordination
Introducing and developing finger placement
The 0–1–23–4 finger pattern
Reading simple musical notation
Rhythm and steady pulse
Playing simple melodies
Playing easy duets
Listening and playing along with accompaniment
Building confidence through short, achievable pieces
The repertoire is arranged so that technical development happens naturally through playing music.
Product Details
Authors: Kathy Blackwell & David Blackwell
Instrument: Violin
Level: Very Easy / Beginner
Series: Fiddle Time
Book: Book 1
Edition: 2nd Edition
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Year: 2013
Pages: 32
Illustrator: Martin Remphry
Suitable for: Young and beginner violinists
Overview
Fiddle Time Joggers by Kathy and David Blackwell is a carefully paced collection of very easy violin pieces designed for young and beginner violinists. As Book 1 of the Fiddle Time series, it provides an enjoyable progression from open-string playing towards using all four fingers in the 0–1–23–4 finger pattern.
The book combines lively original tunes, familiar melodies and easy duets, giving students opportunities to develop basic technique while enjoying real pieces of music. Its gradual progression helps young players build confidence without introducing technical demands too quickly.
The 2nd Edition features colourful illustrations, a refreshed design and a new play-along CD with varied backing styles, including live band, string quartet, guitar and accordion. Slower practice tracks are also included for selected pieces.
Key Features
Beginner-Friendly Repertoire – Very easy pieces designed for early-stage violin students.
Progressive Learning – Moves gradually from open strings to finger patterns using all four fingers.
Lively Original Tunes – Engaging compositions by Kathy and David Blackwell.
Familiar Tunes & Duets – Gives students a mixture of original music, traditional material and easy two-part playing.
Finger Pattern Development – Introduces the 0–1–23–4 finger pattern progressively.
Play-Along CD – Provides lively backing tracks to make practice and performance more enjoyable.
Slower Practice Tracks – Selected pieces include slower-tempo tracks to support learning and practice.
Music Fact-Finder – Helps explain musical words and symbols introduced throughout the book.
Colour Illustrations – Attractive illustrations help make the book approachable for young learners.
Viola Time Compatibility – Many pieces can be played together with corresponding Viola Time Joggers material.
What Students Will Learn
Fiddle Time Joggers helps students develop fundamental violin skills through progressive repertoire, including:
Playing on open strings
Basic bow control and coordination
Introducing and developing finger placement
The 0–1–23–4 finger pattern
Reading simple musical notation
Rhythm and steady pulse
Playing simple melodies
Playing easy duets
Listening and playing along with accompaniment
Building confidence through short, achievable pieces
The repertoire is arranged so that technical development happens naturally through playing music.
Product Details
Authors: Kathy Blackwell & David Blackwell
Instrument: Violin
Level: Very Easy / Beginner
Series: Fiddle Time
Book: Book 1
Edition: 2nd Edition
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Year: 2013
Pages: 32
Illustrator: Martin Remphry
Suitable for: Young and beginner violinists
