Festive Strings is a collection of well-known Christmas and Chanukah melodies arranged to meet the needs of individuals, groups and orchestras. In order to provide flexibility, the collection is available in a number of instrumentations, all of which are compatible with each other. Accessible keys have been used, and shifting is kept to a minimum.
Spotlight on Strings level 1 offers a unique approach that teaches students to play with all four fingers on all four strings from the very beginning. A logical sequence of technical exercises, program music, and ensembles offers young string players a comprehensive and positive approach throughout their first year of study. Creativity and self-expression are also encouraged throughout Spotlight on Strings with the inclusion of fun improvisation exercises and music writing assignments.
An easy-to-teach, straight forward string method from three renowned pedagogues. A unique letter-note style of music notation is utilized which ensures a smooth transition from rote to note reading. Students are quickly introduced to ensemble playing and play a wide variety of fun-to play melodies, keys and modes. Strictly Strings features a carefully prepared lesson sequence which develops all players' abilities equally.
An easy-to-teach, straight forward string method from three renowned pedagogues. A unique letter-note style of music notation is utilized which ensures a smooth transition from rote to note reading. Students are quickly introduced to ensemble playing and play a wide variety of fun-to play melodies, keys and modes. Strictly Strings features a carefully prepared lesson sequence which develops all players' abilities equally.
Available for Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass as well as a Full Conductor's Score also!
This progressive collection of performance pieces for experienced middle school through advanced high school players is presented in two sections: 3 and 4 part rounds and canons; and string orchestra arrangements of the rounds and canons. While the string orchestra arrangements are ideal for performance, the 3 and 4 part rounds and canons offer a variety of opportunities for studio, homogeneous group and heterogeneous classroom study. This flexible collection is a must for all orchestra libraries!
First Things First is a collection of traditional folk songs, classical themes, rounds, and original pieces representing over ten countries and styles from around the world. The compositions are arranges to be extremely versatile in meeting the needs of younger beginners in an elementary level string orchestra. Each instrument has the melody line as well as an additional harmony line. By using all the parts, a string orchestra is achieved. With the addition of the piano, any size string class can successfully perform these selections.
Pieces for two violins written and arranged by the world's favorite string teacher Sheila Nelson. The pieces are written in easy keys and only the first position is used. Easy rounds serve as an ideal introduction to three and four part playing or singing.
Correlated to specific pages in Book 1 of the Strictly Strings method. This collection will not only motivate the beginning string students in the classroom, but will also encourage home chamber music sessions.
8 vocal selections from the Disney blockbuster: Be Prepared • Can You Feel the Love Tonight • Circle of Life • Hakuna Matata • I Just Can't Wait to Be King. Includes both film versions and Elton John solo versions of the songs.
A collection of popular Broadway songs which can be played by the entire string group or by individual soloists with optional CD accompaniment. Each song is correlated with a specific level in the Essential Elements Method Books.
A collection of popular movie songs which can be played by the entire string group or by individual soloists with optional CD accompaniment. Each song is correlated with a specific level in the Essential Elements Method Books.