"Master Your Theory" is a series of instruction and workbook books that follow a comprehensive course in music theory. By working through exercises, students can consolidate their knowledge and revise facts already learned. The course is helpful for examination students and those wishing to become better musicians. These books can also help busy teachers by allowing students to work mainly independently.
Music Theory for Violinists: Book 2 - Alternate Path to Grade 1 Music Theory by Mervin Yeow is the second book in a series designed to teach music theory from a violinist's perspective. The series introduces topics related to the instrument in the first three books, with the 4th book covering other parts of the theory syllabus. Book 2 introduces key signatures and fingering positions to help students prepare for the ABRSM sight-reading test up to the grade 2 level. It is recommended to be used with a practical violin book. The series enhances notation-reading skills, improves key signature awareness and overall sight-reading skills, and allows visualizations of notes on the violin fingerboard.
The ideal compact tuner for brass band or orchestra, now with a stylish new look.
• A large note name display for even better visibility.
• A needle-style meter with a large high-visibility note name and string name
• A limited edition is now available as a chic silver model.
• A compact body that's slim and lightweight
• Tuning function suitable for a variety of instruments
• Approximately 200 hours of continuous use
• A wide range of pitch detection covers any instrument
• Adjustable calibration for a wide range of concert pitches
• Sound mode emits a reference tone from the built-in speaker
It is made of the best quality chrome-plated machined brass. The heavy metal practice violin mute is ideal for practising in flats or shared apartments.
• This mute can also be used on Viola.
• Fits 4/4 Violins & Smaller Violas
• Fits easily over the bridge.
• Offers maximum muting and clearest tone.
• Ideal for practising in apartments late at night (especially for difficult passages!)
• Best quality chrome-plated machine brass
• Equipped with a high-precision tuner and metronome function that can be used simultaneously.
• The display is approximately 1.3 times the size of the previous model (TM-70T)
• Backlit LCD ensures excellent visibility even in dark locations.
• LCD needle-type meter detects the pitch instantly.
• A wide detection range of C1–C8 supports a broad range of instruments.
• Calibration is adjustable to match various concert pitches.
• Sound Out mode and Sound Back mode are great ways to train your ear.
• Metronome features a wide tempo range from 30 to 252 beats/minute.
• Convenient memory backup function and auto power-off function.
The hanger for violins features a sturdy cradle securely held by a block made of North American hardwood. Its unique wood-grain design adds to its aesthetic appeal, making it truly one-of-a-kind.
• Displays 3/4 and 4x4 violins
• It also holds 13"-17" violas
• Handmade in the U.S.A.
• Backed by a lifetime structural warranty
• Mounting hardware included
• The hanger that also accommodates your violin bow
• Protective padding gently and securely supports the instrument
• The violin does not rest on its tuners; the bow holder peg included
The Simandl Method is a popular double-bass learning technique often taught by a teacher. The Simandl New Method for the Double Bass Book 1 (Carl Fischer) includes Etudes as part of the program. The Etudes cover all aspects of performance technique and provide a consistently challenging progression of material.
This version of the Simandl Method (the "orange book") has English and Japanese text, markings for bowings and fingerings, and supplementary playing notes by Lucas Drew. It spans 149 pages and measures 9x12".
Huws Jones, Jigs, Reels & Hornpipes For Violin
Traditional Fiddle Music from England, Ireland, and Scotland. Edward Huws Jones's popular series of traditional fiddle repertoire.
Containing colorful instrumental backing tracks and full demonstrations.
These generous collections of authentic music, some familiar, some more exotic, but all of it faithfully arranged, enable you to create your own ceilidh, bluegrass club, or charanga band.
The violin edition includes optional easy violin parts and guitar chords.
Either format is highly flexible, which means the music can be played as solos, duets, or trios as well as with larger ensembles.
Edwards Huws Jones has traveled extensively researching fiddle-playing traditions.
This book features 40 advanced Cello studies by Justus Johann Friedrich Dotzauer. He is known for "180 Studies for Cello," which is still used today. This set is for advanced players or as an exercise for skilled cellists.
Dotzauer was a musician who composed various works, but his educational ones are the most valuable. In the late 19th century, an idea emerged to publish a selection of his educational compositions. Johannes Klingenberg's work has been the most successful publication.
This book by Rick Mooney contains easy classical music, folk songs, fiddle tunes, and Mooney's original compositions. The book is designed to address specific technical points, with a second cello part throughout to promote a student's ability to hear and play accurately.
Flying Fingers is a book by Jenny Thorp that teaches third and second positions for violin players. It uses enjoyable tunes to train technique effectively, from simple shifts to complex ones. Suitable for any violin student ready to tackle shifting, it offers a comprehensive understanding of the skills needed to play confidently in the first three positions.
Rick Mooney's series "For Cello" offers a fun and effective way to learn specific techniques. The second book builds on the first one and includes classical music, folk tunes, and original pieces by Rick Mooney himself. Some of the original pieces included in the book are "Around the Gypsy Campfire," "Harry the Hirsute Housefly," "Petite Partita," and more. All pieces are arranged as duets, with a second cello part for the teacher or other students in a group class to play.
