Volume 1 teaches basic notation, open strings, rhythms, and bowing techniques. It gradually introduces new notes and skills to reinforce left- and right-hand techniques and develop cognitive abilities for string performance.
This book covers:
• Major and minor tetrachords on all four strings.
• Essential rhythmic notation from whole notes to eighth-note patterns.
• Left-hand techniques such as double stops, left-hand pizzicato, and differentiating whole and half steps.
• A variety of bow techniques.
• Audio recordings available online to assist with practice and learning.
The first volume starts with basic notation, open strings, rhythms, and bowing techniques. It then progresses logically by adding new notes, notation, and bowing skills to reinforce both left- and right-hand techniques, developing cognitive abilities for string performance.
This book covers the following topics:
Book 2 builds on Book 1 skills. It covers advanced techniques, complex rhythms, bowing, left-hand finger patterns, and preparatory steps towards shifting. This book helps players achieve a more nuanced and polished sound.
• Use controlled bow strokes and dynamic contrasts.
• Try new rhythms and time signatures.
• Learn left-hand patterns, harmonics, and shifting.
• Use online audio to practice.
The third volume of this music book is for advanced students. It includes longer and more challenging pieces with instrument-specific selections. It emphasizes advanced bowing techniques, complex pieces with multiple meters, and reinforcing shifting skills.
Book features:
• Solo literature with suggested fingerings for higher positions.
• Challenging accidentals for left-hand intonation.
• Complex time signatures and rhythmic patterns.
• Develop bow stroke for more expressive dynamics.
• Includes digital audio.
