Young students will be playing real orchestra music in about four months, playing in three-part harmony 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. 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 build musicianship from their very first day!