A viola method for children The leading German viola method now available in English. For more than three decades the Sassmannshaus Tradition has been the household name for excellence in beginner string methods in German-speaking countries. More than half a million students have successfully learned to play string instruments using this publication. The publication of the four violin books in 2008 in a fully adapted English version has been a big success. On the back of this success story Bärenreiter published the four books for cello in 2009 and now presents the four books for viola in a newly adapted version for today’s English speaking children. What makes this viola method so unique? - Large print notes and texts as well as many colourful illustrations are ideal for pre-school as well as school children. - Note reading is emphasised from the first lesson, encouraging ensemble playing from the very beginning. - Songs and scales in different positions are easily mastered within the first year of playing to ensure that children are not confined to first position playing. - Advanced viola techniques such as varied bow strokes and shifting are introduced in a basic form. The new English viola method for children 4 years and older “The early emphasis on ensemble playing and the many duos in this method are so much fun for the kids. They pick up important chamber music skills right from the beginning! (Peter Winograd and Laurie Carney, American String Quartet)

Selections from the Viola Repertoire-Solos For Young Violists Volume 1 is part of a graded series of works ranging from elementary to advanced levels and representing an exciting variety of styles and techniques for Violists. Volume 1 contains eleven pieces for Viola with Piano accompaniment. This is a valuable resource for teachers and students of all ages and offers a broad spectrum of pieces some of which will be familiar many of which will be new to you. A large number of the works in this series have long been recognised as stepping-stones to the major Viola repertoire while others are newly published pieces for further choices of study. The Viola part is included in a separatepull-out book and a table describes the technical and musical features as well as the relevant Suzuki Viola level for cross-method teaching. A CD of demonstration recordings is available IMP8018.

A viola method for children-For more than three decades the Sassmannshaus Tradition has been the household name for excellence in beginner string methods in German-speaking countries. More than half a million students have successfully learned to play string instruments using this publication.The publication of the four Violin books in 2008 in a fully adapted English version has been a big success. On the back of this success story Bärenreiter published the four books for Cello in 2009 and now presents the four books for Viola in a newly adapted version for today's English speaking children.What makes this Viola method so unique?Large print notes and texts as wellas many colourful illustrations are ideal for pre-school as well as school children.Note reading is emphasised from the first lesson encouraging ensemble playing from the very beginning.Songs and scales in different positions are easily mastered within the first year of playing to ensure that children are not confined to first position playing.Advanced viola techniques such as varied bow strokes and shifting are introduced in a basic form.

A viola method for children-For more than three decades the Sassmannshaus Tradition has been the household name for excellence in beginner string methods in German-speaking countries. More than half a million students have successfully learned to play string instruments using this publication.The publication of the four Violin books in 2008 in a fully adapted English version has been a big success. On the back of this success story Bärenreiter published the four books for Cello in 2009 and now presents the four books for Viola in a newly adapted version for today's English speaking children.What makes this Viola method so unique?Large print notes and texts as wellas many colourful illustrations are ideal for pre-school as well as school children.Note reading is emphasised from the first lesson encouraging ensemble playing from the very beginning.Songs and scales in different positions are easily mastered within the first year of playing to ensure that children are not confined to first position playing.Advanced viola techniques such as varied bow strokes and shifting are introduced in a basic form.

Selections from the Viola Repertoire-Solos for Young Violists is a five-volume series of music books with companion compact discs featuring 34 works for viola and piano. Many of the pieces in this collection have long been recognized as stepping stones to the major viola repertoire while others are newly discovered arranged and published for this series. Compiled edited and recorded by violist Barbara Barber Solos for Young Violists is a graded series of works ranging from elementary to advanced levels and represents an exciting variety of styles and techniques for violists. The collection has become a valuable resource for teachers and students of all ages. The piano track recorded on the secondhalf of each CD gives the violist the opportunity to practice with accompaniments.

Marcel Vieux composed Ten Studies For Viola for advanced level players. Written among other sets of studies such as 'Twenty studies' and 'Ten studies on Intervals' this piece focuses on some renowned orchestral tunes to develop the skills of the players. It features:  1. Coriolan by Beethoven 2. Preciosa by Weber 3. Le barbier de Séville by Rossini 4. Les noces de Figaro by Mozart 5. Euryanthe by Weber 6. IX Symphonie by Beethoven 7. Benvuto Cellini by Berlioz 8. La grotte de Fingal by Mendelssohn 9. La fiancée vendue by Smetana 10. Tannhaüser by Wagner Marcel Vieux was also a professor at the Paris Conservatoire and a soloist at the Paris Opera. The Marcel Vieux International Viola Competition was established in 1983.

German composer violinist and violist Johannes Palaschko (1877-1932) wrote significantly for his instruments. 24 Melodic Studies for Viola is still frequently used today. Palaschko studied in Berlin and is best remembered for his contributions to Violin and Viola studies. 24 Melodic Studies addresses rhythm intervals dynamics harmonics ornamentation scales chromaticism and arpeggios amongst other aspects. For all advanced violists Palaschko's 24 Melodic Studies provide a helpful aid to progressive technique.

Scales For Viola-For several decades the 'Carl Flesch Scales System' for both violin and viola has been a central technical manual for aspiring advanced and professional players and teachers of these string instruments. However it has become increasingly clear that the 'system' needs upgrading for 21st Century applications and the opportunity has been taken to clarify the essential principles that Flesch outlines in his 'Art of Violin Playing' to which the Scale System was an explanatory and practise supplement.3 and 4 Octave Single-Stop Scales and Arpeggios Collated and Fingered by Mark Knight.

Continues with elementary material but presenting slightly more advanced exercises and pieces introducing third fourth and fifth positions.

The 'prequel' to Barbara Barber's widely-used Scales for Advanced Violists is here! Scales for Young Violists is a user-friendly scale system which presents two-octave major, melodic minor, and harmonic minor scales with arpeggios. The first five Foundation Keys (C, D, E, F, G) introduce beginning double-stops in octaves, 3rds, and 6ths, remaining in first position. One-octave scales in double-stop octaves, 3rds, 6ths, and harmonics are presented in all twelve keys. Preparatory shifting exercises, bowing and rhythmic variants, a helpful Circle of 5ths, and Progress Chart make this the perfect beginning scale book for every viola student. / Alto

Rhythm Studies-A highly effective and comprehensive for developing complete technical and musical skills on the saxophone. This Berklee Workshop features innovative exercises and solos that will help you learn melody harmony rhythm andimprovisation techniques for the saxophone. Once you've completed the studies and exercises in Volumes 1 and 2 this volume offers more advanced study of Saxophone technique. An awareness of rhythmic notation and rhythmicinterpretation are esential in developing reading skills.