Essentials For Strings - Score
Composed by Gerald Anderson
Essentials for Strings is an excellent systematic and comprehensive approach to technical development for use by full string orchestras, string ensembles, and individual string players.
| Edition Number | 74F |
|---|---|
| Number of pages | 152 |
| 13-digit ISBN Number | 9780849732065 |
| 10-digit ISBN Number | 849732069 |
| Publication Date | 09/23/1985 |
| Repertoire | Collections/Series |
| Level/Grade | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Series | Essentials For Strings |
Description
Features include:
RHYTHM
Teaches a consistent counting system.
Develops excellent sight-reading skills.
Shows note relationships via graphic "rhythm boxes."
Provides 18 pages of bowed rhythm studies.
TECHNIQUE
Scales, Arpeggios, and Broken Thirds in one, two, and three octaves, in every major and minor key.
All studies are fingered for each instrument.
Gives rhythmic variations for all exercises.
BOWING
Clearly explains eight basic bowing styles.
Suggests countless bowing possibilities.
INTONATION
Offers step-by-step procedures for developing perfect intonation.
Includes tuning recommendations for all strings.
Includes 5 four-part chorales to develop group intonation.