Mountain Music Throwdown

Fiddle style takes over in this concert band arrangement that sets Cluck Old Hen and Cripple Creek in a spirited Appalachian medley. Glissando, grace notes, and rustic percussion effects bring the authentic fiddle style to life, with a fun key and tempo change between the tunes. Manageable ranges allow focus on style and ensemble feel. A lively middle school concert choice for exploring American folk traditions while developing technique, articulation, and stylistic awareness.