String Basics, Book 1

String Basics: Steps to Success for String Orchestra, Book 1.  By Terry Shade, Jeremy Woolstenhulme, and Wendy Barden.  Published by Kjos.  

String Basics is a comprehensive method for beginning string classes. Utilizing technical exercises, music from around the world, classical themes by the masters, and original compositions, students will learn to play their string instruments in an orchestra. Step-by-step sequences of instruction will prove invaluable as students learn to hold their instrument and bow, finger new notes, count different rhythms, read music notation, and more.

• Clear, full-color photographs and fingering chart diagrams introduce playing positions, bow hold and bowing, and left hand finger patterns.
• Duets, rounds, trios, and orchestra arrangements develop student’s ability to play in an ensemble setting right away.
• Interactive Practice Studio is a unique and trendsetting downloadable resource containing a wealth of supporting biographical, historical, and cultural information; photos, maps, artwork, audio samples, video and more.
• Video Lessons offer students and teachers a comprehensive, step-by-step look at concepts taught throughout String Basics.
• Theory & Composition offers students hands-on experiences to better understand what they see and hear by actually learning to notate music and compose simple melodic lines.
• The Teacher’s Edition provides successful teaching strategies as they pertain to the material introduced throughout String Basics.  Also available to teachers is the Interactive Teacher’s Studio, offering even more helpful tips and strategies.