Beginner Violin Theory for Children, Book Two
Beginner Violin Theory for Children, Book Two

Author: Melanie Smith

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2011-02-24

Total Pages: 135

ISBN-13: 1609745353

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Book 2 in the Melanie Smith violin theory series introduces students to new music and theory concepts which are fundamental in developing a deeper understanding of the violin. Book 2 will begin by covering the theory involving the ranges of notes for the violin and then moves into specific theory concepts such as note and rest values and time signatures. the final section of Book 2 focuses on musical terms and includes a comprehensive review of all instructional concepts covered in the book.

Beginner Cello Theory for Children, Book Two
Beginner Cello Theory for Children, Book Two

Author: Melanie Smith

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2011-02-24

Total Pages: 135

ISBN-13: 1609745434

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Book 2 in the Melanie Smith cello theory series introduces students to new music and theory concepts which are fundamental in developing a deeper understanding of the cello. Book 2 will begin by covering the theory involving the ranges of notes for the cello and then moves into specific theory concepts such as note and rest values and time signatures. the final section of Book 2 focuses on musical terms and includes a comprehensive review of all instructional concepts covered in the book.

Beginner Viola Theory for Children, Book Two
Beginner Viola Theory for Children, Book Two

Author: Melanie Smith

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2011-02-24

Total Pages: 135

ISBN-13: 1609745426

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Book 2 in the Melanie Smith viola theory series introduces students to new music and theory concepts which are fundamental in developing a deeper understanding of the viola. Book 2 will begin by covering the theory involving the ranges of notes for the viola and then moves into specific theory concepts such as note and rest values and time signatures. the final section of Book 2 focuses on musical terms and includes a comprehensive review of all instructional concepts covered in the book.

Beginner Violin Theory for Children, Book One
Beginner Violin Theory for Children, Book One

Author: Melanie Smith

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2011-02-24

Total Pages: 85

ISBN-13: 1609745337

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This book is designed as a workbook to teach theory specifically relevant to the violin at a level that is attainable and challenging, yet fun for young children. It is intended to build confidence and solidify the relationship between theory and playing. Children will enjoy the drawing and coloring activities in the book, while developing the fundamentals of violin theory at the same time. the book can be used to teach beginners the basics of theory, or even to refresh musicians who might need a small review of violin theory. No matter who uses this book, it will give a strong foundation to violin theory, and through this understanding will foster a greater love of playing. Concepts covered in this book include: learning the parts of the violin; learning about line and space notes; learning musical symbols; and how to draw music.

Beginner Violin Theory for Children, Book Three
Beginner Violin Theory for Children, Book Three

Author: Melanie Smith

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2012-02-28

Total Pages: 175

ISBN-13: 1619110334

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Beginning level. Book 3 in the Beginner Violin Theory for Children series is an engaging resource that allows students to develop a deeper understanding of important theory concepts. Key signatures, enharmonic, diatonic and chromatic semitones, whole tones, major scales, musical terms and symbols plus how to write music are all covered in this workbook. Unique to this book are detailed, fill-in-the-blank diagrams of each major scale played on the violin. These diagrams allow students to visualize their scale and its theoretical structure in an easy-to-understand format. with this book, there will be no complaints about theory homework.

A Tunes - Capricious Pieces for Beginner Violinists
A Tunes - Capricious Pieces for Beginner Violinists

Author: Elaine Fine

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2021-02-12

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 1513459929

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Incorporating skills taught in many popular violin methods, these tuneful solo pieces offer a fresh alternative for teachers who would like a stimulating supplement to their usual method. These entertaining and whimsical compositions reinforce and develop violin skills through repetition disguised as lyrical musical phrases. They strengthen the left hand, exercise the fourth finger, and use rests in musically compelling ways that keep the student attentive. They also present mixed meter and double-stops, and offer a practical introduction to musical form and phrase structure. Slurs and dynamics are incorporated immediately, along with right-hand pizzicato on stopped strings and left-hand pizzicato on all open strings. These pieces are written specifically to encourage interpretive creativity, even at the most elementary levels. As twenty-first-century pieces for solo violin, they are meant to be performed as well as studied.

Beginner Violin Theory and Sight Reading for Children, Book One
Beginner Violin Theory and Sight Reading for Children, Book One

Author: Melanie Smith

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2016-10-11

Total Pages: 115

ISBN-13: 1619116650

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Book 1 in the Melanie Smith violin sight reading series introduces students to theory concepts which are fundamental for sight reading with efficiency and ease. Book 1 will begin by covering theory involving note duration, note identification, musical terminology and key signatures. Section 2 will focus on theory concepts and sight reading exercises for individual and paired string combinations. Included as well in this section are listening samples and guided questions to allow for extensions beyond this workbook. Section 3 includes a comprehensive review of all instructional concepts covered in this book. Includes access to online audio

Cello Position Handbook, Volume 1
Cello Position Handbook, Volume 1

Author: Halley Feaster

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2022-02-03

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 1513459198

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New cello students nearly always start in first position aided by finger tapes or guides for accurate finger placement. As they advance, they are expected to learn to shift out of first position, but the focus is on the movement of the shift rather than on note locations or pitch accuracy. In this book, author and versatile cellist Halley Feaster introduces a step-by-step approach to understanding each position, leading to thorough comprehension of the cello fingerboard and a more confident and well-rounded player. Together with its engaging video component, Cello Position Handbook shows advanced beginners and intermediate students what notes are available in each of 12 positions. Short exercises and excerpts are provided for practice in each location, ultimately enabling fluid performance without excessive shifting. On completion of this volume, students will be familiar with what notes are available in each position and be able to move comfortably between them while expanding their repertoires. Includes access to online video.

The Fiddlin' Workshop for Viola
The Fiddlin' Workshop for Viola

Author: Jeanine Orme

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2022-10-06

Total Pages: 61

ISBN-13: 1513470914

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This book presents the most widely played fiddle tunes in easy-to-read arrangements for viola. The viola edition features the same tunes in the same keys as the author’s original The Fiddlin’ Workshop and The Fiddlin' Workshop for Cello, so all three instruments could conceivably jam together. Designed for beginning through intermediate players, the arrangements progress in difficulty with each tune. A few tunes are presented in both easier and more challenging versions. In addition to helpful hints on fingerings and bowing, this collection contains suggested guitar accompaniment chords and a bit of fiddlin’ history and related folklore. Includes access to an excellent online audio recording of the book’s tunes and variations.

Beginner Violin Theory for Children, Book Two
Beginner Violin Theory for Children, Book Two

Author: Melanie Smith

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2011-02-24

Total Pages: 135

ISBN-13: 1609745353

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Book 2 in the Melanie Smith violin theory series introduces students to new music and theory concepts which are fundamental in developing a deeper understanding of the violin. Book 2 will begin by covering the theory involving the ranges of notes for the violin and then moves into specific theory concepts such as note and rest values and time signatures. the final section of Book 2 focuses on musical terms and includes a comprehensive review of all instructional concepts covered in the book.