Many violists have grown up on a diet of Violin studies transcribed for Viola and plenty have thrived on them even though the studies are in many cases composed with melodic patterns and fingerings that suit the Violin better than the Viola. Robin Ireland's aim in composing this new study material was to write specifically for the Viola in ways which suit it both technically and tonally.The twelve concert études set out to be musically attractive pieces which in addition to addressing most basic aspects of technique will encourage the development of 'musical' and expressive playing.The set of études is unusual perhaps unique in that it covers a rangeof styles and thus provides a focus for developing an understanding of bowing and articulation appropriate to different periods of music. The first eight études move through baroque classical and romantic styles while the later études include material for developing confidence with metre change and other basic rhythmic skills and with atonality. The last étude introduces an improvisatory style of playing.The concert études should be appropriate for Viola students from Grade 8 upwards. Details of a companion volume of 'technical' études and their availability can be found at www.robinireland.co.uk. These studies are each focused primarily on a single area of technical development in many cases an area not specifically addressed in currently available study material.The new études do not set out to provide a comprehensive alternative to existing study material but rather to complement it and extend its range.

Big Note/Large Print-Warm-ups for the Violist is an adaptation of Warm-ups for the Violinist. It is targeted to help build strengthen and develop the muscles and techniques needed for viola playing. It is especially suited and created for the morecasual violist who is sincerely interested in getting maximum benefit from a minimum of effort. I first tested these scales and exercises on myself for six months faithfully using them for about 20 minutes as warm-ups to my dailypractice. I was rewarded with a definite improvement in my technique. I was actually surprised to see my dexterity grow as I charted my metronomic progress on a calendar. I remember thinking 'I will never be able to play fasterthan this.' But then a couple of weeks later I would indeed climb a notch higher!Through the years I have used these exercises in countless workshops and with private students. The letters of thanks and positive feedback fromstudents who were thrilled with improved violin and fiddle technique have brought me great satisfaction. Progress with these exercises is like the progress of a body builder. Body builders do not get up in the morning and think 'I am going to develop and build my muscles today ' and instantly look like Mr. Atlas. It takes weeks months and for some years to attain results. It must be done over a period of time. Like all diets and exercise programs determination and dedication are most important to success! I sincerely believe that these exercises when faithfully practiced will help violists improve their skills. The exercises will help develop and strengthen muscles usedfor finger dexterity clarity of notes tone bowing-arm control intonation double stops and a flexible bowing-arm wrist. A companion audio play-along recording is available online.

C. Paul Herfurth's classic series of tutor books have now been completely revised and updated with a host of innovations to suit a new generation of musicians.A New Tune A Day features the same logical gentle pace andkeen attention to detail that made earlier editions so hugely popular and successful. Clear explanatory diagrams and photographs help guide you through the lessons and achieve the very best in tone technique and posture. Theselection of music is fresh and exciting including duets and rounds to inspire the student and ensure that those vital practice hours are never boring!The book includes:Advice on your instrument and the equipmentyou will needInstructions for effective technique and comfortable playingExplanatory pages on reading and understanding musicTests to check your own progress and comprehensionThe accompanying audio CD featuresa virtuoso performance and backing track for each pieces as well as recorded examples to support the lessons.

Instrumental Play-Along-15 selections of some of J.S. Bach's most treasured compositions in accessible arrangements for budding instrumentalists with online demo and backing tracks for download or streaming with the popular Playback features allowing the player to adjust pitch change keys slow down audio and more.Pieces include Adagio Bist Du Bei Mir Bourrée in E Minor Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring Minuet in G Major Polonaise in G Minor Sheep May Safely Graze Sleepers Awake (Wachet Auf) and more.

The Viola First Steps collection is divided into four volumes and is aimed at young violists who want to start learning the instrument together with musical language and theory. Each book is divided into different teaching sections every one containing the musical language necessary for exercises and works. Alongside the exercises this volume contains popular songs pieces from classical authors in different periods and cultural context - consisting of quotations anecdotes relating to the Viola and information on the origin of the instrument composers and curiosities . Beside technique and theory this book will help violists to developtheir rhythm skills prepare for auditions and more. The MP3 CD is fundamental to the method and will help students to achieve the objectives in each section. Each song is recorded in three different ways. The first track is the complete song accompanied by another instrument with a slow tempo. The second track is the same piece with its real tempo. The third track is only the accompaniment so that the student can play along. Francisco Serra studied Viola and Chamber music at the Conservatory of \'Oscar Esplá\' in Alicante Spain. Since 2003 he has been an official professor at the Conservatory of Music of Villena (Alicante).

Par COLLEDGE HUGH / COLLEDGE KATHERINE. La collection Easy String Music de Boosey & Hawkes, dirigée et composée par Katherine et Hugh Colledge, compte quatre volumes d’un répertoire pour cordes destiné aux instrumentistes débutants et en cours d’apprentissage. Ces titres sont très appréciés des professeurs comme de leurs étudiants en raison de leurs vertus pédagogiques : ils introduisent des techniques nouvelles et proposent doigtés, notes et rythmes conçus pour acquérir la maîtrise nécessaire et poser des fondations solides en vue de la suite de l’apprentissage. Des ressources audio de démonstration et d’accompagnement sont disponibles en streaming ou au téléchargement pour tous les volumes de la série. Chaque titre est disponible en deux éditions – un livre de cordes indépendant pour les élèves ou une édition enrichie comprenant un livret d’accompagnement de piano. Ce livre Stepping Stones présente les cordes à vide et les notes du premier doigt avec des rythmes simple tandis que sa suite. / Date parution : 2023-10-20/ Recueil / Alto

Instrumental Play-Along-Solo instrumentalists will love this collection of 15 of today's hottest hits! The full-accompaniment play-along CD features tempo adjustment software so you can change the tempo without changing pitch.

Instrumental Play-Along-Solo arrangements for 13 iconic themes from popular TV shows and movies are featured in this collection perfect for budding instrumentalists.It features online access to audio demonstration and backing tracks for download or streaming to help you hear how the song should sound and then to play-along and sound like a pro!Includes themes from The Avengers ? Doctor Who XI ? Downton Abbey ? Game of Thrones ? Guardians of the Galaxy ? Hawaii Five-O ? Rey's Theme (from Star Wars: The Force Awakens) ? The X-Files and more.

Instrumental Play-Along-Features solo arrangements of 15 powerful songs from the Christian/gospel genre. The full-accompaniment play-along CD with tempo adjustment software lets solo instrumentalists sound just like the pros!

13 songs guaranteed to get the fans fired up including: Crazy Train · Don't Stop Believin' · Eye of the Tiger · Havana · Seven Nation Army · Sweet Caroline · We Are the Champions · and more. Songs are arranged for instrumentalists and feature access to great demonstration and backing tracks so they can play along and sound like a pro! Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch set loop points change keys and pan left or right.

Grades 4-5-Written upon specific request to provide useful core material for the Associated Board viola syllabus the pieces gradually introduce new technical accomplishments. A variety of rhythms styles and moods help to create solid repertoire-building material. Suitable for Grades 4 and 5. An excellent compilation of varied pieces that are fun to learn and play. Stringendo (Australia) October 2003.

Instrumental Play-Along-9 songs from this blockbuster hit movie musical are included in this collection for instrumentalists. Each book features online access to audio demonstration and play-along tracks for download or streaming to help you hear how the song should sound and then play along and sound like a pro!Songs include: 'Come Alive' 'From Now On' 'The Greatest Show' 'A Million Dreams' 'Never Enough' 'The Other Side' 'Rewrite the Stars' 'This Is Me' 'Tightrope'.

Easy Instrumental Play-Along Book with Online Audio Tracks-This volume in the Easy Instrumental Play-Along series contains 10 Christmas Carols carefully selected and arranged for first-year Viola players.Audio demonstration tracks featuring real instruments are available to download helping you to hear how the song should sound. Once you've mastered the notes download the backing tracks to play along with the band.This songbook includes the favourites Angels We Have Heard on High Christ Was Born on Christmas Day Jingle Bells Jolly Old St. Nicholas On Christmas Night Up on the Housetop and more.