Trashmoon Collective Fiddle Tunes Book Vol. 1
Discover the Magic of Old-Time Music
Trash Moon Collective • Fiddle Tunes Book, Vol. 1 is your invitation to dive into the rich and vibrant acoustic music traditions of the Intermountain West. Created by the Trash Moon Collective, a program of the Hot House West 501(c)(3) nonprofit, this collection showcases the heart and soul of Utah’s old-time music scene.
What’s Inside
This beautifully crafted tunebook features over 80 tunes lovingly played at jam sessions in and around Salt Lake City. Each tune represents the dynamic journey of folk music—evolving through time and across landscapes. With notation that provides an outline of the melodies, alongside foundational chords, you’ll find classics and originals alike, perfect for string band instruments like fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin, and bass.
Why You'll Love It
- Beginner-Friendly: Tunes marked with an asterisk (*) are perfect starting points for new players.
- Community Spirit: Each piece reflects the living, breathing tradition of music passed through generations and sessions.
- Harmonic Freedom: The chords are a guide—add your creative touch to make the music your own.
About Trash Moon Collective
Born out of a spontaneous desert hang, Trash Moon Collective fosters Utah’s acoustic music community through jams, dances, workshops, and more. This tunebook is a testament to the collective’s mission: bringing people together through the joy of music.
Your Purchase Supports Acoustic Music
Every sale supports Trash Moon Collective’s mission to promote acoustic traditions and provide opportunities for connection, learning, and creativity.
Whether you're dusting off your banjo or diving into old-time fiddle for the first time, Trash Moon Collective • Fiddle Tunes Book, Vol. 1 is a must-have companion for your journey into this timeless genre. Get your copy today and become part of a growing community of musicians who celebrate and share the magic of old-time music.
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A collection of 65 fiddle tunes that are commonly played in sessions around Salt Lake City. There are several original Utah tunes, written by members of the Trash Moon Collective.
As we grow the acoustic music scene, having a common language and musical identity is critical in making it easy to sit down and play together.
Thank you to Acoustic Music SLC for sponsoring the printing of this book!
About the Trash Moon Collective: A Program from Hot House West
We are an organization devoted to growing and supporting Utah’s acoustic music community. We believe that acoustic music—from bluegrass, to old time, and swing—brings people together and creates opportunities for connectedness, learning, and joy.
Our name ‘Trash Moon’, is inspired by a spontaneous desert hang. What began as a small group of friends filming a music video became an impromptu weekend of a larger community sharing food, adventures, and old-time music. Just like the Trash Moon we made out of found objects around the garden, our growing community has become a colorful patchwork of friends, genres, and styles unique to Utah.
We provide and promote weekly and monthly events, from dances, to jams, concerts, and workshops, that support and build our acoustic community. If you’ve ever wanted to dust off the ol’ banjo, meet new pickers, or even just find more live acoustic music, follow us, spread the word, and join our Trash Moon community! Visit us at www.trashmooncollective.com.Trash Moon Collective is a program of the Hot House West Nonprofit 501(C)(3).