When you are deciding on music to play for a fiddle contest, you will need to prepare at least three tunes. You will need a breakdown, a waltz and a tune of choice.
How should you decide on your tunes? If you have sheet music then play through several songs to see which are most appealing to you, or listen to several recordings and watch videos on YouTube. There are many books containing tunes that are available for purchase, as well as downloads you can obtain via the Internet. When you play through the music, you must decide if the piece is playable for you. It is usually a better idea to play music that is easier for you well, than it is to play hard music poorly. Ask yourself if there are any elements of the song that will showcase your strengths and abilities. If so, that would make an excellent choice. If there are any aspects of the tune that will be too difficult, for you, it is best to avoid that one. If your breakdowns sound flashy or impressive that can be an advantage. If you are good at playing double stops, then choose a waltz that is full of them.
Remember that picking and playing music for a competition that will impress the judges is your primary concern. Focus on the strengths of your playing and find music that is not too difficult. If you find tunes that you love it will be easy to continue practicing and polishing them for an outstanding performance.
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