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.
Pirastro Obligato strings are based on an exclusive new core material, along with advances in manufacturing techniques, resulting in the true warmth and complex overtones of gut core strings with the stability and quick response of synthetic core strings.
The Essential Dictionary of Music is the most practical and useful music dictionary for both students and professionals, offering definitions and descriptions of: composers, music theory, and instrument and vocal ranges.
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.
Nine classic recital pieces for intermediate violinists all in first to third position. This is one of the few books in the series that is standard size and engraved rather than hand written. Some useful fingerings are included. All of the pieces highlight important skills and techniques for pre-concerto level players.
Solo Time for Strings emphasizes individual accomplishment, progress, and achievement while preparing young students for participation in a school orchestra. The series teaches reading in conjunction with note learning, enabling students to start playing melodies as soon as possible, and is appropriate for class or individual instruction. The solos assist in a progressive technical development from "twinkle, twinkle" in Book 1 to music by Vivaldi in Book 5.
19 Christmas favorites playable by two of the same C instruments. Chordal accompaniment provided by guitar, piano or other harmony instrument, or a combination of violins, violas or cello/bass. Each arrangement features melody, harmony, and chords.