Ryan's Mammoth Collection: 1050 reels and jigs......and how to play them

Ryan's Mammoth Collection is a treasured compilation of 1,050 fiddle tunes, originally published in 1883. This book preserves the rich musical heritage of the 19th century, offering a vast repertoire of reels, jigs, hornpipes, and more, making it an essential resource for fiddlers, folk musicians, and historians alike. Known for its influence on later collections, including The Fiddler’s Fakebook, this edition maintains the authenticity of the original book. Whether you're a seasoned player or a collector of traditional music, Ryan’s Mammoth Collection is a must-have addition to your library.This is a new, modern edition of the original book. It preserves all of the original tunes as they were written and the "Lessons for a violin" section that was in the original book but now in easy to read notation that is less cluttered than the original. The tunes are arranged alphabetically in each category to make them easier to find. Also includes an easy to read index, an appendix of fingering charts for various instruments along with a few other bits. Read more