Habits Of Successful Middle String Musician – Viola Book

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Habits Of Successful Middle String Musician – Viola Book

A Comprehensive Orchestra Curriculum for Years 3, 4 and Beyond

“Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician” is an indispensable viola curriculum designed for years 3, 4, and beyond, focusing on the comprehensive development of young musicians.

This book is a collection of over 300 meticulously sequenced exercises that are essential for building fundamental musical skills. Whether used in a full string orchestra setting or for solo practice, this series offers a variety of exercises including finger pattern and shifting etudes, tone and articulation warm-ups, sight-reading exercises, rhythm vocabulary studies, and chorales.

This method book is tailored to address the common challenges faced by intermediate level string students by providing a differentiated, sequential, and comprehensive approach to developing key playing skills. It also includes methods for teaching scales, arpeggios, and thirds that cater to students at varying levels of ability. The inclusion of chorales aids in the development of intonation, tone quality, blend, and overall musicianship.

Further enriching this resource are over ten pages of audition sight-reading exercises presented in a full-ensemble format, carefully planned in scope and sequence. “Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician” not only teaches the technical aspects of playing but also guides students towards meaningful musical expression, making it an essential guide for serious middle level viola students.

At 64 pages, this book succinctly consolidates crucial learning materials, making it a key component of any aspiring string musicians education.