Full of sound right from the start - Viola

Full of sound right from the start (viola)

Is a booklet for the very first beginning on the viola for young players between 4/5 and approx. 10 years. A special feature of this booklet: the development of bowing technique, the development of the fingers of the left hand in connection with basic coordination and "making music" are given equal emphasis in this booklet. The clear structure of the booklet - the division into 44 teaching units - ensures transparent orientation.

ISBN 978-3-9824267-2-3

The teaching units are divided into three sections. The first section is dedicated to the development of the fingers of the left hand and the gradual development of basic coodination. The 2nd area supports the development of bowing technique. The focus of the 3rd section is on "making music" with the available means, such as harmonics, empty strings, left-hand pizzicato, accents, fermatas, col legno, portato, legato, pizzicato, accellerando, rallentando.

By: Erdmute Maria Hohage and Angelika S. Schepke

Who is the booklet for?

Basically it is for the first beginning on the viola. It can be used in different ways, e.g. as the first volume for playing in the 4th position (also: Beginning in the 4th position) and as a starter book if it is not yet clear which school work is to be used. Above all, however, it is recommended as a companion book alongside other school works, as it contains aspects that are not covered in other viola schools. The booklet can be used by pupils of all learning speeds.

The pieces

The 88 pieces have been carefully selected. The majority (56) have texts, so that a combination of rhythms, music, language and character of a piece is possible almost throughout. Many of the pieces are also suitable for performance at auditions and concerts. The pieces in the 3rd section of each teaching unit present a range of different technical challenges, all of which can be used to promote musicality in a varied way right from the start.

The seal tasks

These tasks are additional suggestions for the pupils to deal creatively with the content themselves. For example, there are small composition tasks, tasks for inventing or combining (their own) rhythms, making their own "aids" for dividing the bow, etc. At the end of the booklet there is a big do-it-yourself activity.

Full of sound right from the start: Notation

The notation in this volume is in color, which makes communication with the teacher very easy. Above all, however, it allows everyone involved to spontaneously develop alternatives in class, to expand or reduce something.

Expenses and materials for teachers

The booklet is also available for violin and cello. Teachers can view the booklet free of charge. Find out more about it here.

Scope of delivery

The booklet is supplied in the quantity ordered. Other items in the product photos are accessories and are not included in the scope of delivery.