Fiddle techniques refer to the various methods and skills used to play the fiddle, a string instrument similar to the violin. Common techniques include bowing, which involves moving a bow across the strings to produce sound, and finger placement, where the player presses down on the strings to create different notes. Other important techniques include vibrato, a slight oscillation of pitch that adds expressiveness, and double stops, where two strings are played simultaneously. Mastering these techniques allows fiddlers to perform a wide range of musical styles, from bluegrass to classical and folk music.