Stringstastic – Cello Level 3 Book (2nd Edition)

Level 3 provides students (ages 6-11) with a solid foundation in music theory through the eyes of a string player. Here is where students learn how to compose, read different rhythmic patterns and explore further.

Level 3 workbook features these concepts and more:

• NOTE & REST VALUES Quaver note(s) and rest (Worldwide) | Eighth note(s) and rest (US/Canada).
• PATTERNS Ostinato, sequence, rhythmic dictation (traditional, Kodaly, Orff method)
• SCALES Minor scales and arpeggios
• ANALYSIS Simple Musical Concepts, Terms, Symbols, Signs
• COMPOSE & CREATE
• EXTRA 3rd position (violin, viola), half position (cello)

About the Author:

Lorraine Chai is a multi talented instrumentalist and educator who loves finding new and exciting ways for students to learn the violin. Along her musical journey and exposure to the various educational methods including Kodaly, Suzuki, Orff, Dalcroze, and Alexander Technique, Lorraine has found that she can integrate these various methods into her own teaching technique for the benefit of her students. Lorraine’s passion for music and education is shown in her STRINGSTASTIC book series, which will inspire young players to excel and develop to their full potential.

Lorraine has extensive ensemble and orchestral experience in Malaysia and in Australia. In her career, Lorraine was the National Administrator and the local representative of Trinity College London, Australia as well as a council member with the Music Teachers Association, NSW for more than 6 years.