The Fiddle School Missoula Montana

Saddle Up. Grab that 'horse tail on a stick,' and fiddle to your heart’s content. Even if you’re never had the instrument in your hands before, Master Fiddler Miss Ellie Nuño (Noon-Yo) will unlock the secret of this century’s old/loved instrument, so the music that is IN YOU, can come OUT !

'Fiddling' has long been an 'aural tradition.' LISTENING is the key, so Ellie’s method includes slow/play recordings of tunes and the use of 'tune maps,' which easily indicate bowing styles and ornamentation and are very important to the sound of traditional fiddling.

Ellie is a self-described 'styles' player, which means she has studied the many and varied styles of fiddling: Old-Tyme, Bluegrass, Country, Celtic (Irish, Scottish, British Isles), Western Swing, New England, Cajun, and American and Jazz standards.

All ages 8 to 80! Learn to PLAY. Jamm with other players! Improvise! Sessions are one-on-one (private). The Fiddle School also welcomes those interested in ‘Family Band’ playing.

Watch for GIRLS with GUITARS Workshop (for girls 11-15). Beginning guitar instruction for singing and back-up rhythm styles.

Lessons include CD recorded slow/fast plays of tunes, tune maps, and rhythm guitar backup for home jamming.

Please call Ellie at (406) 721-3908 to schedule lessons or inquire.