This text presents beginning violin technique and basic music-reading fundamentals with an emphasis on the use of melodies and classical pieces to teach each new concept. The 28 lessons include basic technique and readingskills scales in the keys of A D G and C as well as bowing techniques such as dynamic contrast slurs accents and staccato bowing. There are 47 melodies presented including works by Bach Beethoven Brahms Handel Mozartand other classical composers. The companion CD features all of the exercises and pieces recorded with solo violin and piano accompaniment.
