ISBN 9781609749491. Introduces the student to the basic first-position notes on all four strings, builds strength and independence of the left-hand fingers, and provides a wealth of original study material to strengthen the left hand, improve sight reading, and more.

ISBN 9781609740986. This collection of Handel's music comes from his sonatas, orchestral works, and incidental pieces. These easy selections are all playable in first position. The book begins with easy arrangements and progresses in its level of difficulty. Most of the piano parts double the cello to aid in performance.

ISBN 9781609740894. This collection includes both didactic compositions of J.S. Bach as well as easy arrangements of several of his most popular works. The book begins with easier arrangements and progresses in its level of difficulty. All pieces are played in first position. Most of the piano parts double the cello to aid in performance. Titles include: 'Bouree I' from French Overture; and other favorites.

ISBN 9781609749613. Level 1 solos for cello with keyboard accompaniment. Created especially for use as solo supplement to any first-year string method or private instructional course, and a perfect complement to the other beginning cello titles in the Building Excellence Series. These short, easy pieces are marked with suggested bowings. Ideal Suzuki supplement.

ISBN 9781619117839.

This text presents beginning cello technique and basic music reading fundamentals. There is an emphasis on using melodies and classical pieces to instruct each new concept. The 28 lessons include basic technique and reading skills, scales in the keys of D, G, C and F and bowing techniques such as dynamic contrast, slurs, accents, and staccato bowing. There are 47 melodies presented including works by Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Handel, Mozart and other classical composers.A The book includes access to online audio containing all of the exercises and pieces recorded with solo cello and piano accompaniment. It is useful as a teaching and practice tool as well as a performance accompaniment track.A.