Was wondering if it is easier to learn to play a fiddle with the fiddle in the right hand and bow in the left for someone that plays cajun accordion? Already using right hand for melody if that matters.and/or does it make a difference? I was thinkinwg of buying a fiddle and was thinking of bowing ith the left hand. Any comments... or suggestions?
Chuck from Kentucky

I wouldn't recommend it. Both hands, arms, and fingers have complex jobs to do...there wouldn't be an advantage...even most lefties play a regular violin--a left handed violin is more rare than a left handed guitar or accordion.

Thanks Chris, just thought I would ask... thought that might be the case.
Anyone got a nice fiddle for sale?
Chuck from Kentucky

Chuck, I have a good Roth Fiddle it is a 1958.I can not play it.Let me know if you are intrested and I will send you a picture. call me at 337 684 6495.
cajun accordion maker
J.E. DOUCET

You can spot one of these strange creatures on this video :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeS_GK7wQ-c&feature=related