Continuing the emphasis on playing with a characteristic, beautiful sound, this method also focuses on three octave scales that students will need for auditions and competitions. Advanced technical skills are presented in four levels, consistent with the Sound Innovations structure: Sound Tone, Sound Bowing, Sound Shifting and Sound Scales and Arpeggios. The levels can be used in the order that is best for your students, as individual warm-ups or as structured units. The perfect book to follow Sound Development for Intermediate String Orchestra, or for any advanced student or string ensemble.

Steps to Successful Ensembles is an extraordinary new collection of 24 ensembles loosely correlated with String Basics Book 1, the new comprehensive string method by Shade & Woolstenhulme. Arranged for string orchestra, music includes arrangements of classical themes and folk songs, and also includes original selections by Woolstenhulme. Already classroom tested and performed in concert, this collection is a definite hit with students and audiences.

When you use Strictly Strings with your beginning string classes, your students will be playing real orchestra music in about four months! They'll be playing music in three-part harmony, with enthusiasm and expression, and, with all four instruments playing on all four strings. This method utilizes a unique letter-note style of music notation that ensures a smooth transition from rote learning to note reading. Your students will develop a strong understanding of pitch and pulse and will quickly progress to staff notation. Strictly Strings includes over 60 rich and varied musical selections: folks songs, famous classical melodies, symphonic themes and original compositions. In addition, there are seven string orchestra arrangements strategically positioned throughout the book to give your students full ensemble experience. This progressive string method will help your string classes to build musicianship from their very first day, and will greatly enrich your entire string program! (Books 1, 2 and 3 are available.)

When you use Strictly Strings with your beginning string classes, your students will be playing real orchestra music in about four months! They'll be playing music in three-part harmony, with enthusiasm and expression, and, with all four instruments playing on all four strings. This method utilizes a unique letter-note style of music notation that ensures a smooth transition from rote learning to note reading. Your students will develop a strong understanding of pitch and pulse and will quickly progress to staff notation. Strictly Strings includes over sixty rich and varied musical selections: folks songs, famous classical melodies, symphonic themes and original compositions. In addition, there are seven string orchestra arrangements strategically positioned throughout the book to give your students full ensemble experience. This progressive string method will help your string classes to build musicianship from their very first day, and will greatly enrich your entire string program! (Books 1, 2 and 3 are available.)

"String Basics: Steps to Success for String Orchestra" is a comprehensive method for beginning string classes. Through technical exercises, music from around the world, classical themes by the masters, and original compositions, students will learn to play their stringed instruments in an orchestra. Step-by-step sequences of instruction will prove invaluable as students learn to hold their instruments and bows, finger new notes, count different rhythms, read music notation, and more. Clear, full-color photographs and fingering chart diagrams introduce playing positions, bow holding and bowing, and left-hand finger patterns. Duets, rounds, trios, and orchestra arrangements develop students' ability to play in an ensemble setting right away, thereby strengthening ear training and intonation. The "Interactive Practice Studio" is a unique 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 the method. Lessons are taught in a middle school classroom setting by the authors; the lessons show special consideration for each instrument, and one lesson is specially devoted to shifting for the bass. "Theory & Composition" offers students hands-on experience 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, divided into two categories: "Performance" and "Musical Understanding." "Guidelines" and "Guideposts" assist in giving students a comprehensive experience in orchestra. Also available to teachers is the "Interactive Teacher's Studio," with even more helpful tips and strategies.

"String Basics: Steps to Success for String Orchestra" is a comprehensive method for beginning string classes. Through technical exercises, music from around the world, classical themes by the masters, and original compositions, students will learn to play their stringed instruments in an orchestra. Step-by-step sequences of instruction will prove invaluable as students learn to hold their instruments and bows, finger new notes, count different rhythms, read music notation, and more. Clear, full-color photographs and fingering chart diagrams introduce playing positions, bow holding and bowing, and left-hand finger patterns. Duets, rounds, trios, and orchestra arrangements develop students' ability to play in an ensemble setting right away, thereby strengthening ear training and intonation. The "Interactive Practice Studio" is a unique 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 the method. Lessons are taught in a middle school classroom setting by the authors; the lessons show special consideration for each instrument, and one lesson is specially devoted to shifting for the bass. "Theory & Composition" offers students hands-on experience 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, divided into two categories: "Performance" and "Musical Understanding." "Guidelines" and "Guideposts" assist in giving students a comprehensive experience in orchestra. Also available to teachers is the "Interactive Teacher's Studio," with even more helpful tips and strategies.

This new method makes learning to play a stringed instrument a bold, exciting exploration! Students follow the adventures of Arco Dakota and Rosalyn le Bow as they systematically take on the challenges of learning music. Students will advance along their Explorer's Map as they conquer each new challenge. The method is enhanced with spectacular full-color photographs, fun activity pages, and concert-ready arrangements by Richard Meyer. Each book comes with a CD containing accompaniments for many of the excercises in the book.

The adventures continue with Arco Dakota and Rosalyn le Bow as they lead your students on to new musical discoveries. Students will advance along their Explorer's Map as they conquer each new challenge. The method is enhanced with spectacular full-color photographs, fun activity pages, and concert-ready arrangements by Richard Meyer. Each book comes with a CD containing accompaniments for many of the exercises in the book.

The String Player's Guide to the Orchestra includes orchestral repertoire, excerpts, scales and studies for string orchestra as well as individual study. The works may be played individually or in ensembles and the music selections work within a wide range of student ability levels. The book focuses on phrasing, technique and musical styles and provides a unique entry into performance music preparation with right and left-hand studies using authentic orchestral excerpts.