This collection of sweet waltzes and lively two-steps presents an exciting new repertoire for mountain dulcimer players, with playing techniques for authentic style. The notation and chords in standard keys can also be used for other instruments. This music suits the mountain dulcimer well because it comes from the Cajun accordion, which has the same simple diatonic scale. The easy melodies and chord progressions in this repertoire can be played by less experienced dulcimer players, while the tips on improvisation and embellished versions offer creativity for more experienced players. Music includes Jolie Blon, Mardi Gras Dance, J'ai Passé Devant ta Porte, Allons à Lafayette, Madame Sosthéne, The Back Door. Includes access to online audio.
Songs included:
Abe, La Valse à (Abe's Waltz)
Allons à Lafayette (Let's Go to Lafayette)
Aux Natchitoches (In Natchitoches)
Back Door, The (La Porte d'en Arriere)
Bayou Pon Pon
Bayou Teche Two-Step
Bosco Stomp
Chez Seychellas (In the Seychelles)
Dans la Louisiane (In Louisiana)
Deux Cocodries (Two Alligators)
Enterre-moi Pas (Don't Bury Me)
Eunice Two-Step
Grand Mamou (Big Mamou)
Grand Texas (Big Texas)
Indian on a Stump
J'étais au Bal (I Went to the Dance)
J'ai Fait l'Amour Chez Nonc Bob (I Courted at Uncle Bob's House)
J'ai Passé Devant ta Porte (I Passed in Front of Your Door)
Jambalaya (see Grand Texas)
Johnny Can't Dance
Jolie Blon (Pretty Blonde)
Madame Sosthéne
Mardi Gras Dance (La Danse de Mardi Gras)
Oberlin Waltz
Pa Janvier
Parlez-nous à Boire (Let's Talk About)
