Introduction to Mandolin DVD or Book by Bert Casey is designed for the
beginning mandolin student who desires an easy to follow, step by step
instruction method for getting started on the mandolin. It starts with
proper left & right hand technique and playing scales, then progresses
to playing 12 popular bluegrass songs using techniques such as hammer-ons,
slides, pull-offs, and double stops. It also includes a section on how to
play rhythm on the mandolin (the famous mandolin "chop"). DVD or Video + be sure to pick up the corresponding Book/with CD. The DVD and  Book/CD work together to start you playing the Mandolin .

       The Mandolin DVD/Book includes:

• Holding the Mandolin
  
• Tuning
  
• Using the Pick
  
• Proper Left and Right Hand Position
  
• Playing Scales in 4 Different Keys (G, C, A, D)
  
• Rhythm & Strumming (The Mandolin Chop)
  
• Moveable Chords
  

     Mandolin DVD/Video songs:

• Worried Man Blues
  
• Wildwood Flower
  
• Boil Them Cabbage Down
  
• Cripple Creek
  
• John Hardy
  
• Red Haired Boy
  
• Soldier's Joy
  
• 8th Of January
  
• Billy In The Lowground
  
• Blackberry Blossom
  
• Bill Cheatum
  
• Sally Goodin
   

       The Mandolin DVD features:

Different camera angles and close-ups to demonstrate precise technique
and hand positioning. Split screen technology that shows both hands in
detail and provides on-screen notation for all music. Bouncing ball type
pointer to show each note as it's being played. Video Clock and Chapter
Markers to quickly locate information in the companion book.
Recorded with broadcast quality equipment and state of the art
editing facilities. Special features include the abilty to play the
slow or fast versions of the songs back to back.