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Achieving Musical Success in the String Classroom—
Karel Butz. A fully pragmatic pedagogical approach toward developing
complete musicianship in beginning through advanced level string
players by incorporating the ideas of Mimi Zweig, Paul Rolland, and
Shinichi Suzuki. Introductory through advanced string concepts relating to
instrument set-up, posture, left and right hand development, music theory,
aural skills, assessment procedures, imagery in playing, the development
individual practice and ensemble skills, and effective rehearsal strategies
are explained in a sequential approach that benefit the classroom teacher
and student.
11193638 Paperback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.99
ASTA String Curriculum: 2021 Edition—Various Contributors.
This comprehensive string program for levels K-12 is the first of its kind!
A clear and concise sequence makes this curriculum easy to use
and more than 200 specific learning tasks shows its comprehensive
scope. Based on outstanding teaching traditions in the field, the volume
is filled with practical information for string teachers from every level of
experience. An invaluable resource of material from authors, teachers and
researchers in the field of string performance and pedagogy.
10281281 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.99
Basic String Technique
(A Practical Guide to String Instruction)—
Anne Marie Patterson. This book provides thorough instruction on
basic instrument setup, technique, fixing common mistakes, and more.
The first year of instrumental instruction is important to establish good
technique and habits. The goal of this book is to provide a resource
of ideas and instructional techniques to aid in the challenging work of
teaching beginning string students. Perfect for teachers who are new to
string education, it also provides helpful teaching strategies for veteran
string educators.
11204778 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95
Bass Fingerings (Improve Your Left-Hand Game)—
Benjamin Whitcomb. A concise but thorough treatise and workbook on
the many facets of devising fingerings for the bass. The book, primarily
designed for intermediate bassists, systematically discusses all of the
many factors and priorities that affect fingering decisions. Then, readers
get to test their knowledge and understanding with numerous short
quizzes, each of which is followed by suggested fingerings. A one-of-
a-kind book sure to significantly improve your ability to devise excellent
fingerings quickly.
10684500 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.95
Cello Fingerings (Improve Your Left-Hand Game)—
Benjamin Whitcomb. Cello Fingerings: Improve Your Left-Hand Game
is a concise but thorough treatise and workbook on the many facets
of devising fingerings for the cello. The book, primarily designed for
intermediate cellists, systematically discusses all of the many factors and
priorities that affect fingering decisions. Then, readers get to test their
knowledge and understanding by trying their hand at numerous short
quizzes, each of which is followed by Whitcomb's suggested fingerings.
This is a one-of-a-kind book that is sure to significantly improve your ability
to devise excellent fingerings quickly.
10684499 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.95
Creating Excellence in Choirs and Orchestras—
Dennis Shrock. Noted scholar and conductor Dennis Shrock uncovers
the key factors and proven strategies that lead to the achievement of
excellence in music ensembles at any level. With the use of historical
references and examples, this book lays out 14 elements that contribute
to an ensemble's success: goals, focus, attitudes, structures, procedures,
responsibility, ontology, study, warm-ups, sound, cohesion, expression,
conducting, and repertoire. While it highlights the choral and orchestral
mediums specifically, all concepts can be applied to any type of ensemble,
and the recommendations are not exclusively for the benefit of conductors.
Music teachers, church musicians, ensemble members, and administrative
staff will glean wisdom from these pages as well. Excellence is an
attainable goal for anyone with a vision, and this insightful text guides
readers as they embark on their own quest for musical excellence.
11349227 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.95
Grading for Musical Excellence (Making Music an Essential
Part of Your Grades)—Paul Kimpton & Ann Kimpton. Remarkable
and practical, this workbook challenges music educators to examine their
grading procedures for fairness and clarity - and to help motivate students
to improve and achieve musicality. Exercises and reflective questions
encourage educators to work as a team to assess the current grading
system and move to the next level by incorporating research about grading
and connecting to Common Core standards. An essential resource for
educators!
10347514 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
Habits of a Successful Orchestra Director—Chris Selby. Rich
with practical strategies for developing a successful orchestra program,
this book will inspire orchestra directors with helpful insights on teaching
students to perform with refined intonation, expressive musicianship, and
beautiful tone. In addition to tactics for developing performance technique
and sight-reading skills, sections address rehearsal strategies, classroom
policies, planning, assessment, and tips for building a strong program.
10683551 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
The Inner Violin—Dominique Hoppenot/trans. Anne Squire. This
guide to the mastery of violin technique offers a path to the authenticity
that all artists strive for. Dominique Hoppenot, celebrated for her personal,
original, and humane approach to violin teaching, observed what she
called "le mal du violon" - the violin disease. Very early on she understood
that this problematic rapport with the instrument was a common condition
of musicians who associate the violin with physical pain, anxiety, and
frustration. This book demonstrates with acute clarity the connection
between body and mind when playing the violin and interpreting music.
Le violon intérieur, first published in French in 1981 and now available in
English, is the culmination of her long experience as a violin pedagogue.
A teacher of both professional instrumentalists and amateurs, Hoppenot
challenged traditional academic teaching methods and her many
workshops influenced a generation of string instrumentalists.
11536898 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95
The Karen Tuttle Legacy (A Resource and Guide For Viola
Students, Teachers, and Performers)—Various Authors/ed.
Alex Teploff. Emphasizing the release of tension, both physical and
mental, Karen Tuttle's "Coordination Technique" not only keeps violists
injury-free but it also gives way to a richer, freer sound and more emotional
and expressive performances. With input from six of Tuttle's students,
this resource and guide for viola students, teachers and performers will
revolutionize their playing based on what works best for each individual's
unique physiology.
11196640 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36.99
Music Theory for the Successful String Musician (Books 1
& 2)—Christopher Selby. This is the music theory and history curriculum
string programs have been waiting for. Two carefully crafted books
present a comprehensive and pedagogically sound sequence specifically
for orchestral string students and also addresses questions and offers
guidance in resolving problems that are unique to the orchestra classroom.
11175226 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95
BOOKS FOR ORCHESTRA DIRECTORS
Inform and inspire your teaching.
