Teach yourself authentic bluegrass mandolin with this book and CD pack. The book contains clear instructions on the basics: right- and left-hand techniques, solos, backup, personal advice on performance, and much more, as well as a complete selection of the best bluegrass songs to learn from. The CD contains audio versions of the examples contained in the book and backing tracks for several songs.\nWritten by Andy Statman, an acclaimed mandolin (and clarinet) player who leads his own ensemble in Brooklyn, New York.