Stringstastic – Violin Level 1 Book (2nd Edition)

Ages 6-11 years

Level 1 provides students (ages 6-11) with a solid foundation in music theory through the eyes of a string player. Level 1 workbook features these concepts and more:

• INTRODUCTION String instruments
• NOTATION Using the open strings as the main reference, all the notes on the stave and each string, and accidentals
• PATTERNS Fingering of each string
• NOTE & REST VALUES Stem direction : Crotchet, minim, dotted minim, semibreve notes and rests(Worldwide)| Quarter, half, dotted half, whole notes and rests(US/Canada)
• TIME SIGNATURE 2/4, 3/4 and 4/4 time
• COMPOSE

About the Author:

Lorraine 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.