Classical Mandolin

The focus of this book is on American mandolin music that was published circa 1900 during the "Golden Age of the Mandolin" in the United States (1885-1920). Mandolin players who have finished the first book of a beginner method will find this method book useful in advancing their stylistic playing abilities.

After a brief overview of mandolin techniques popular in this time period, a variety of popular social ballroom dances are then presented in both staff notation and mandolin tablature. Styles covered include:

• waltz
• polka
• schottische
• mazurka
• march
• hornpipe

As you progress through this book, you will discover a variety of idiomatic playing techniques that will open up new avenues for your own playing. So tune up your mandolin and get started!