The Violin Fun Book for Young Students is a great beginning violin book. It includes many innovative teaching techniques for elementary age students including:, xtra-large sized notation, letter names inside the note heads, limited material per page, fun, child-centered graphics. Piano accompaniment book and online video and play-a-long tracks are also available.

Titles: Principles of Study and Guidance * Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star Variations (Shinichi Suzuki) * Lightly Row (Folk Song) * Song of the Wind (Folk Song) * Go Tell Aunt Rhody (Folk Song) * O Come, Little Children (Folk Song) * May Song (Folk Song) * Long, Long Ago (T. H. Bayly) * Allegro (Shinichi Suzuki) * Perpetual Motion (Shinichi Suzuki) * Allegretto (Shinichi Suzuki) * Andantino (Shinichi Suzuki) * Etude (Shinichi Suzuki) * Minuet 1, Minuett III from Suite in G Minor for Klavier, BWV 822 (J. S. Bach) * Minuet 2, Minuet, BWV Anh. II 116 from Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach (J. S. Bach) * Minuet 3, Minuet BWV Anh. II 114/Anh. III 183 (J. S. Bach) * The Happy Farmer from Album for the Young, Op. 68, No. 10 (R. Schumann) * Gavotte (F. J. Gossec). Revised edition features: New engravings in a 9" x 12" format * New editing of pieces, including bowings and fingerings * 16 additional pages * Additional exercises, some from Dr. Suzuki, plus additional insight and suggestions for teachers * Glossary of terms in English, French, German and Spanish * Musical notation guide * Fingerboard position * New photos. Revised CD (item 00-28260) features new recordings by Bill Preucil, Jr and piano accompaniments recorded without the violin part. - SOLD SEPARATELYThis title is available in SmartMusic.

Discover the little-known secrets to mastering the timeless art of fiddling in as little time as possible with this comprehensive guide to playing the violin for beginners! Do you want to learn how to play the violin like a virtuoso without paying an arm and a leg for expensive lessons? Are you currently on the path to becoming a master violinist, but want to make sure you're getting the best possible start? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this guide is just what you need. In this highly practical guide, Cynthia Reiss and Jason Randall pools together their extensive experience playing and teaching music into a condensed, zero-fluff guide. You're going to find clear instructions to help you practice difficult notes and learn new songs quicker with effective teaching methods. Here's what you're going to learn in How to Play the Violin A concise introduction to the violin, from history to evolution Steps to help you perfectly tune your violin to produce the best sounds Three effective maintenance tips to care for your instrument and make your violin last longer How to navigate the myriad of choices available to a prospective violinist and pick the perfect violin for your needs Everything you need to know about music notes and rhythm Proper violin posture as well as powerful warm-ups for your posture and hands Foolproof violin exercises to help you sharpen your fiddling skills and become a prolific violinist ...and more! Whether you're completely new to the violin and have never played a note on any instrument, or you're currently a violinist looking to brush up on the fundamentals and become a better musician, the directions contained in this guide will help you shorten the learning curve. Scroll to the top of the page and click the "Buy Now" button to get started today!

(String Method). Introducing the Positions , a series widely used in classroom and private studio, represents a critical "next step" for string students. Position playing allows players to extend range beyond the basics and move into the ranks of intermediate and advanced ensemble groups. The most important positions vary for each instrument, and Whistler wisely introduces the most-used positions first in Volume 1, followed by the next most important in Volume 2. An irreplaceable component for every string student's training!

Teach violin with the popular Suzuki Violin School! The Suzuki Method(R) of Talent Education is based on Shinichi Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability, and that people are the product of their environment. According to Shinichi Suzuki, a world-renowned violinist and teacher, the greatest joy an adult can know comes from developing a child's potential so he/she can express all that is harmonious and best in human beings. Students are taught using the "mother-tongue" approach. Each series of books for a particular instrument in the Suzuki Method is considered a Suzuki music school, such as the Suzuki Violin School. Suzuki lessons are generally given in a private studio setting with additional group lessons. The student listens to the recordings and works with their Suzuki violin teacher to develop their potential as a musician and as a person. This Suzuki Book & CD is integral for Suzuki violin lessons. This International Edition of the Suzuki Violin School, Volume 1 features: * Engravings in a 9" x 12" format * New editing of pieces, including bowings and fingerings * 16 additional pages * Additional exercises, some from Shinichi Suzuki, plus additional insight and suggestions for teachers * Glossary of terms in English, French, German, and Spanish * Musical notation guide * Fingerboard position * CD features new recordings by Hilary Hahn in collaboration with pianist Natalie Zhu, as well as piano accompaniment only tracks for play-along purposes. Titles: Principles of Study and Guidance * Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star Variations (Suzuki) * Lightly Row (Folk Song) * Song of the Wind (Folk Song) * Go Tell Aunt Rhody (Folk Song) * O Come, Little Children (Folk Song) * May Song (Folk Song) * Long, Long Ago (Bayly) * Allegro (Suzuki) * Perpetual Motion (Suzuki) * Allegretto (Suzuki) * Andantino (Suzuki) * Etude (Suzuki) * Minuet 1, Minuett III from Suite in G Minor for Klavier, BWV 822 (Bach) * M

This book is an introductory violin method for the absolute beginner. Starting with open string letters and songs with simple finger numbers, the book progresses to short exercises and familiar songs with large, easy-to-read notes to get the student to play as much as possible. Written for students ages 5-9, Learning the Violin, Book One is especially helpful with younger beginners or students who struggle with note-reading. This book can be studied in private lessons, in single-string classes, or in mixed-string classes, along with Learning the Viola, Book One, Learning the Cello, Book One, and Learning the Bass, Book One. A Score and Piano Accompaniment is also available. This book could be studied along with The Open String Book for Violin and could be followed by Learning the Violin, Book Two.

The bestselling guide to teaching yourself the violin just got better Despite being one of the most popular musical instruments for budding musicians, the violin has a reputation as being amongst the most difficult to learn. But no longer. Violin for Dummies is packed with the information you need to learn the art of this beautiful instrument, whether you're looking to get a head start before taking up lessons or are already studying with a tutor but want a little boost. With this book you have everything you need to get started. Even if you've never read a note of music, this book will have you playing in no time, introducing you to the fundamentals of the violin, from selecting and tuning to understanding rhythm, musical notation, and harmony. \nWalks you through everything from how to hold your violin to playing popular classical, jazz, gypsy, and fiddle tunes Filled with all-new content, including new music and updated resources Designed for aspiring musicians going it alone, the book can also serve as an invaluable aid for instructors \nFully revised and updated, Violin For Dummies builds on the winning formula that made the original a bestseller, establishing it as the only book the aspiring violinist needs to get started. CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase

Janice Tucker Rhoda's phenomenally successful series, The ABCs of Violin, owes much of its success to the wonderful original material and to the sensitive arrangements of classical, folk, fiddle and other popular melodies. This best selling instruction book is the perfect start for a beginner of any age on the Violin. The many melodies plus short warm-up exercises and study pieces advance students technically in an easy and enjoyable way. Simple duets, scales, a note-reading worksheet, a glossary of music terms and symbols and practice chart are also included along with many graphs to show left-hand finger placement. *After purchasing the ABCs of Violin for the Absolute Beginner, Book 1, you will be able to download MP3s of the performances and a PDF file of the piano accompaniments. The "Download Code" with complete directions is on the inside flap of the front cover. Simply enter the code at carlfischer.com.*Download all 68 performance tracks. 34 tracks of Violin solos with Piano accompaniments, and 34 tracks of Piano accompaniments by themselves. *Performances by violinist Emil Altschuler and pianist Artem Belogurov. Mr. Altschuler is a protégé of Erick Friedman and Dorothy DeLay. He plays the ABCs of Violin Book 1 MP3s with passion, sensitivity and elegance. Mr. Belogurov is known for his verve, wit, and delicatesse. COMPANION DVDs & BOOKS:*ABCs of Violin for the Absolute Beginner DVD reviews posture, reading music, bow technique, rosining the bow, pizzicato (plucking the strings), tuning, counting and the metronome.*ABCs of Violin for the Intermediate Player DVD contains all pieces in ABCs of Violin Books 1 and 2.*Complete Technique for Violin, Book 1 contains studies and exercises for the advanced beginner to upper level student.*ABCs of Duets for Violin book contains duets in first and third positions.*ABCs of String Orchestra Violin parts I and II for additional reinforcement.

(Play Today Instructional Series). Learn at your own pace and open the door to the world of violin music with this beginner's book/CD/DVD instruction pack! Play Today! is the ULTIMATE self-teaching method, designed to offer quality instruction and terrific songs. All you have to do is follow along with the tips, lessons and music provided as you listen to the CD or watch the DVD. The book includes 70 great songs with a professional quality CD. The DVD features on-screen violin notation so you can play all the music examples. This complete guide to the basics covers: assembly and care for the instrument * how to produce sound * reading music notation and rhythms * fingering chart * and more.

The beginner's guide to learning the violin ― for any musical style Violin For Dummies helps you teach yourself to play the violin, even if you've never read a note of music. From choosing the right violin for you to playing a variety of musical styles, this book has you covered. You'll start with the basics of posture and bowing technique, learn how to tune your instrument and keep it in beautiful condition with regular maintenance. You'll learn how to read ― and feel ― the music, and how to inject your own personality into whatever you play. Before you know it, you'll be playing classical, jazz, country, and more, as you become a bona fide violin player. The included audio and video instruction encourages you to play along as you learn, and allow you to hear, see, and imitate proper technique. The violin's small size, portability, and mimicry of the human voice have made it popular across cultures and throughout time. This book shows you how to teach yourself the basics so you can start playing quickly. \nStart with the basics of proper hold and bowing technique Learn how to properly tune and care for your violin Understand the nuances of rhythm and musical notation Play classical, jazz, and other popular styles of music \nThe violin has a reputation of being difficult to learn, but the reality is that it's difficult to master. Anyone can learn, and practice over time will refine your technique and your musical style. You'll have fun, make music, and maybe even fall in love with this instrument that has inspired some of the world's best musicians and composers. Get started today, the easy way, with Violin For Dummies.

Covers the beginning material in the Introduction to Violin Video using many diagrams and exercises to emphase good bowing technique and learning to play in tune.It then progresses to specific fiddling techniques using songs like You Are My Sunshine, Wildwood Flower, Amazing Grace, Will The Circle Be Unbroken, Boil Them Cabbage Down, Cripple Creek, Roll In My Sweet Baby's Arms, Soldier's Joy, and Old Joe Clark. All songs are written in Standard music notation and played at two speeds on the accompanying CD (slow for practice and up tempo for performing). This is the perfect tool for the beginning fiddler.

Janice Tucker Rhoda's phenomenally successful series, The ABCs of Violin, owes much of its success to the wonderful original material and to the sensitive arrangements of classical, folk, fiddle and other popular melodies. This best selling instruction book along with the special CD insert is the perfect start for an Absolute Beginner of any age on the Violin. The many melodies plus short warm-up exercises and study pieces advance students technically in an easy and enjoyable way! Simple duets, scales, a note-reading worksheet, glossary and practice chart are also included along with many graphs to show left-hand finger placement. The special CD consists of three components: 34 performance pieces of violin with piano accompaniments, piano accompaniment tracks by themselves for play-along, and a printable pdf file of the piano accompaniments. Concert violinist Emil Altschuler is a protégé of Erick Friedman and Dorothy DeLay. He plays the ABCs of Violin Book 1 CD with passion, sensitivity and elegance.

These easy-to-read, progressive exercises by Joanne Martin develop a student's reading skills one stage at a time, with many repetitions at each stage. I Can Read Music is designed as a first note-reading book for students of string instruments who have learned to play using an aural approach such as the Suzuki Method(R), or for traditionally taught students who need extra note reading practice. Its presentation of new ideas is clear enough that it can be used daily at home by quite young children and their parents, with the teacher checking progress every week or two.

All For Strings is a comprehensive three-volume method surrounded by a wealth of supplementary materials for teaching and performance. This complete curriculum covers virtually every aspect of beginning through intermediate string study, emphasizing technical skills, rhythmic understanding, and quality musical experiences. Many of the National Standards for Music Education can be easily implemented into the classroom setting with the varied components All For Strings has to offer.