The Mandolin Picker's Fakebook | Traditional Mandolin Sheet Music Collection | 250 Reels Jigs Hornpipes and Folk Tunes | Folk and Celtic Music Songbook for Mandolin Players | TAB Book Paperback – January 1, 1992

Discover a rich archive of traditional melodies with The Mandolin Pickers Fakebook, a comprehensive collection arranged by David Brody. Featuring over 250 classic tunes, this essential mandolin sheet music book includes jigs, reels, hornpipes, breakdowns, marches, and rags from the British Isles, Scotland, Nova Scotia, Cape Breton, and U.S. folk traditions. * * Carefully curated for intermediate to advanced mandolin players, this collection is both an educational resource and a long-term reference guide. It opens with special introductory materials on regional playing styles, interpretation tips, and ornamentation techniques, helping musicians deepen their understanding of traditional folk music performance. The included discography provides further listening suggestions to complement your practice and performance. * * Whether you are building your solo repertoire or playing in a session setting, this book delivers an impressive variety of genres, rhythms, and stylistic insights. Its the ultimate resource for traditional mandolin players aiming to explore authentic tunes passed down through generations. * * A perfect music teacher resource or gift for mandolin enthusiasts, this collection helps preserve and pass on traditional music while strengthening your skills and musical knowledge. * * Styles Included: * Irish Jigs * Cape Breton Reels * Scottish Hornpipes * Appalachian Breakdowns * American Rags * Old-Time Marches * Texas-Style Folk Tunes and More Read more