

Many short, easy tunes gradually introduce reading and playing with all fingers on each string (fingers 1,3 & 4 for cello). All for Strings, Theory Workbook 1, Viola. Major scales and arpeggios are played starting on an open string. First, it is important to know the difference between pronouncing vowels and consonants.


Left hand fingers may be introduced in the order preferred, using the rhythms to develop finger skill and strength. Rhythms may be clapped or played, bowed or plucked, on open strings or using fingering. Rhythm exercises are used before any pitch notation. Learning areas may be introduced separately and combined when ready. The early part of the book can be used flexibly, accommodating the approach preferred by the teacher and suited to the progress of the student. With only one tune on most pages, the young student gains a sense of achievement from turning the pages quickly and moving on.īook 1 is ideal for getting young beginners off to a flying start. Lively folk and traditional tunes make learning fun and lead to confident playing. Carefully selected and composed technical materials and musical selections. Photos, diagrams, and logos intergraded throughout the book reinforce all new concepts introduced. It begins with 'Starting by Rote' and 'Starting by Note' approaches to music reading. The large easy-to-read notes and clear and simple layout help students concentrate on the notes they are learning. Book 1 provides a well-rounded course of study for all beginning string students. There is ample room in all books for the teacher wishing to add more dynamics, slurs, bowing signs, tempos, instructions or explanations.
ALL FOR STRINGS THEORY WORKBOOK 1 VIOLA SERIES
Teachers can use this versatile series in a way that suits their own teaching style. Many tunes in the series for violin, viola and cello are in the same key and can be played together. The books are suitable for teaching individuals or groups of the same instrument. The A Flying Start for Strings series presents a carefully graded sequence of music for teaching the beginning string player.
