| When you are deciding on music to play for a fiddle | | | | there are any elements of the song that will showcase |
| contest, you will need to prepare at least three tunes. | | | | your strengths and abilities. If so, that would make an |
| You will need a breakdown, a waltz and a tune of | | | | excellent choice. If there are any aspects of the tune |
| choice. | | | | that will be too difficult, for you, it is best to avoid that |
| How should you decide on your tunes? If you have | | | | one. If your breakdowns sound flashy or impressive |
| sheet music then play through several songs to see | | | | that can be an advantage. If you are good at playing |
| which are most appealing to you, or listen to several | | | | double stops, then choose a waltz that is full of them. |
| recordings and watch videos on YouTube. There are | | | | Remember that picking and playing music for a |
| many books containing tunes that are available for | | | | competition that will impress the judges is your primary |
| purchase, as well as downloads you can obtain via the | | | | concern. Focus on the strengths of your playing and |
| Internet. When you play through the music, you must | | | | find music that is not too difficult. If you find tunes that |
| decide if the piece is playable for you. It is usually a | | | | you love it will be easy to continue practicing and |
| better idea to play music that is easier for you well, | | | | polishing them for an outstanding performance. |
| than it is to play hard music poorly. Ask yourself if | | | | |