Welcome Back!

Mastery 2025 Sneak Peek for
Returning & Accepted Students

Early Bird Registration Pricing Effective Through October 29, 2024

Class Structure & Schedule

  • In Katie Glassman’s Fiddle School Method, each lesson is part of a thoughtfully sequenced curriculum designed to build key fiddle skills and techniques through fiddle tunes.

    Every month, the Skill Building Class hones in on the specific techniques, bowing patterns, and essential skills tied to one core lesson, helping you prepare for the Fiddle Tune Workout the following week.

    The individual feedback in Skill Building Class will ensure you’re always on track!

  • Apply your sequential skills in the guided Fiddle Tune Workout, where you'll start by jamming on assigned tunes at a relaxed pace. Then, progress by learning "Peek-Ahead" phrases—short phrases from upcoming tunes to prepare you for what’s next.

    As the year unfolds, you’ll build a solid repertoire, with this class helping you review, jam, and keep the tunes fresh in your memory.

    You'll receive personalized guidance and feedback throughout the class to support your progress.

  • Take advantage of a unique opportunity to perform and receive in-depth coaching and feedback from National Champion instructors. Play one tune by ear with live play-along accompaniment while also benefiting from supportive feedback from your peers.

    Each Mastery group is divided into two groups of five fiddlers, who alternate performing in monthly Masterclasses. This ensures personalized attention and a focused learning environment.

  • All Mastery class levels get together for a communal, virtual event. This is optional, but encouraged. Activities alternate between:

    • Study Groups

      • Meet with your Mastery peers to review tunes and techniques, or discuss musical philosophy, preparation techniques, or nerve management. 

    • Discussions

      • Join your teachers and fellow fiddlers in moderated group discussions designed to enrich and empower your learning.

    • Jam Sessions

      • Twice per year, enjoy jamming on Fiddle School tunes with peers from all Mastery levels! 

    • Coffeehouses 

      • Twice per year, enjoy the opportunity to play in a low-key virtual performance. This is a great way to give and receive support among your peers from all Mastery levels. Family and friends are also invited to attend to hear your progress!

  • Mastery 1: First 3 Mondays of each month at 3 PM PT/4 PM MT

    Mastery 2: First 3 Tuesdays of each month at 5 PM PT/6 PM MT

    Mastery 3: First 3 Tuesdays of each month at 3 PM PT/4 PM MT

    Mastery 4: First 3 Mondays of each month at 5 PM PT/6 PM MT

    Mastery 4x: First 3 Wednesdays of each month at 2 PM PT/3 PM MT

    ALL CLASSES (MASTERY-WIDE ACTIVITY): Fourth Monday* of each Month at 5 PM PT/6 PM MT

    (*When this falls on a holiday, the Mastery-Wide Activity will take place on the fourth Tuesday)

Meet Your Mastery 2025 Teachers!

Katie Glassman

Skill-Building Classes
Mastery Plus Private Lessons

Whether we’ve worked together for a year or several years, I'm so proud of your progress, and I'm excited to continue working with you on your fiddle journey. As a multi-time National Champion fiddler, I developed and founded Fiddle School with the goal of working with motivated fiddlers just like you. I can’t wait to keep building on your skills in the Mastery 2025 Skill-Building Classes and help you reach your next level and beyond!

And, you’re the first to know that every Mastery level will include Improvisation and my block system next year!

Julian Oliver

Fiddle Tune Workouts
Performance Classes

If you’ve been to one of our Mountain Retreats, then you know just what a thoughtful and thorough teacher Julian is. Currently a student at Berklee College of Music, Julian is a nationally ranked fiddler in contests and a versatile band fiddler who can tastefully improvise in swing, Western Swing, country, and Americana. Julian is a skilled teacher who comes to Mastery with knowledge, enthusiasm, and a deep understanding of the Fiddle School curriculum — he just completed our first-ever Teacher Training Program!  

Adam Kulakow

Discussion & Book Club Leader

Most of you know him, and what’s not to love? We’re excited to welcome Adam, a multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and film producer, to our Mastery Certification 2025 team.
Adam will lead Mastery-wide discussions and seminars on learning music as an adult. His insights into the adult learning process will be invaluable in helping you overcome challenges and maximize your progress during each practice session and on stage. Additionally, Adam will lead the book club conversations about my recommended reading list — NEW THIS YEAR! 

2025 Updates & Additions

✔️ New Website & Streamlined Mastery Portals

No more juggling multiple platforms or searching for resources! Our brand new website and portal will have videos, audio tracks, Zoom links, and lesson plans all in one seamless interface.

✔️ Interactive Radio Stations

Access all audio tracks and adjust the tempo directly on our website — no need to download and import into another program. Practice at a pace that's comfortable for you and gradually increase speed as you improve — yes, you’ll be able to adjust to to ANY speed. Plus, enjoy several extra seconds at the beginning of each track to get set up and ready to play!

✔️ Simplified Materials

We’ll organize all class materials and handouts into two comprehensive booklets (January-June, and July-December). Download them, and you'll have everything you need for six months at a time. It's all part of our commitment to make your learning journey as smooth as possible.

✔️  Boost Your Practice with Brain Exercises

Incorporate practice techniques to enhance your ability to solidify and retain your tunes and new techniques.

✔️ Perform with Solidity and Confidence

Learn to practice effectively and feel comfortable in your monthly performances. As you continue to level up throughout Fiddle School’s sequential tunes, we’ll continue supporting your performance techniques. 

✔️ Mastery Book Club

In advance of our first classes of 2025, I will provide a recommended reading list of four books that can help guide your musical journey and supplement our work together in Mastery. Enjoy participating in these books' scheduled, moderated quarterly discussions throughout the Mastery year!

✔️ Tech Support

Need support with Zoom, play-along tracks, or learning our new website? Enjoy friendly, responsive tech support from our team. Need a one-on-one tech meeting? As a returning student, you get access to that!

Curriculum Preview

Click on your 2025 Mastery level for a sneak peek at what you’ll learn!

Want to talk about your
fiddle goals?

Let’s chat! Book a FREE 15-minute discovery call
with me (Katie) to discuss your journey ahead.

Ready to continue your Mastery journey?

Register now to get our
Early Bird Discount!*

*Early Bird Registration Pricing Effective Through October 29, 2024