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 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.