Music Stand

(Brand: Yamaha) Collapsible music stands are convenient to carry and offer the player the ability to read sheet music properly and with the correct playing posture —as opposed to having to lean over and read music on a flat surface, which can hinder playability.

Shoulder Rest

(Brand: Everest) Attaches to and facilitates holding the violin/viola, which can lighten the task of the left hand and enable smoother and lighter shifting technique. It also allows for a more comfortable playing experience by cushioning and adding height to the shoulder (thus reducing neck tension), and preventing the instrument from slipping during play.

Tuner

(Brand: Snark) Portable electronic tuners are small enough to fit in most instrument cases and provide a reliable way of tuning instruments to sound perfect.

Rosin

(Brand: D'Addario) A solid form of resin that applies to the bow hair and allows it to produce a sound from the strings

Clip-On Tuner

Portable electronic tuners are small enough to fit in most instrument cases and provide a reliable way of tuning instruments to sound perfect.

Shoulder Sponge

(Brand: Generic) Allows for a more comfortable playing experience by cushioning and adding height to the shoulder (thus reducing neck tension), and preventing the instrument from slipping during play.

“All for Strings”

Book 1

(Authors: Gerald Anderson and Robert S. Frost) All for strings is a comprehensive three-volume method surrounded by a wealth of supplementary materials for teaching and performance. Book 1 provides a well-rounded course of study for all beginning string students. It begins with "Starting by Rote" and "Starting by Note" approaches to music reading. Photos, diagrams, and logos intergraded throughout the book reinforce all new concepts introduced. Carefully selected and composed technical materials and musical selections provide excellent opportunities for learning and growth. Rhythm exercises and theory games are also provided, as well as duets, trios, and ensembles.

“Essential Elements”

Book 2

[Publisher: Hal Leonard] Essential Elements Strings Book 2 continues the EE learning system starting with a review of Book 1. Book 2 further develops performance skills with exercises in new keys, additional rhythms and advancing finger positions.

“Strictly Strings”

Book 2

(Authors: Jacquelyn Dillon, James Kjelland, John O’Reilly) 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.

“All for Strings”

Book 2

(Authors: Gerald Anderson and Robert S. Frost) All for strings is a comprehensive three-volume method surrounded by a wealth of supplementary materials for teaching and performance. Book 2 devotes many exercises and musical selections to the development of major and minor left hand finger patterns for all string players, as well as shifting for cellists and bassists. New bowing styles are introduced, and more advanced rhythm patterns are incorporated. As in Book 1, a great variety of solos, duets, trios. and ensembles are included - perfect for performance!

“Essential Technique”

Book 3

[Publisher: Hal Leonard] Essential Technique for Strings Book 3 further develops music skills for the intermediate and advancing student. Book 3 introduces students to higher positions, shifting, advanced bowing, and special techniques.

“Strictly Strings”

Book 3

(Authors: Jacquelyn Dillon, James Kjelland, John O’Reilly) 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.

“All for Strings”

Book 3

(Authors: Gerald Anderson and Robert S. Frost) All for strings is a comprehensive three-volume method surrounded by a wealth of supplementary materials for teaching and performance. Book 3 focuses on left-hand shifting and upper position work for each instrument, and includes step-by-step shifting instructions for both students and teacher. Intonation builders, vibrato exercises, harmonic studies, syncopation trainers, spiccato etudes, and a variety of new rhythm exercises are included to round out this comprehensive approach.

“New Directions for Strings”

Book 1

(Authors: Joanne Erwin, Kathleen Horvath, Robert D. McCashin, and Brenda Mitchell) Written by a team of pedagogues representing each of the four stringed instruments, this exciting method includes many “new directions,” including equal integration of all instruments and a tetrachord-based approach to support proper development of the left hand. Discover the abundance of assessment opportunities, attention to bow control, and the incredible music that will surely motivate your students!

“Essential Elements”

Book 1

[Publisher: Hal Leonard] Essential Elements for Strings Book 1 offers beginning students sound pedagogy and engaging music, all carefully paced to successfully start young players on their musical journey. EE features both familiar songs and specially designed exercises, created and arranged for the classroom in a unison-learning environment, as well as instrument-specific exercises to focus each student on the unique characteristics of their own instrument. EE provides both teachers and students with a wealth of materials to develop total musicianship, even at the beginning stages.

“Strictly Strings”

Book 1

(Authors: Jacquelyn Dillon, James Kjelland, John O’Reilly) 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.