|
|
 SPOTLIGHT
ON STRINGS
Level 1
offers a unique approach that teaches students to play
with all four fingers on all four strings from the very
beginning. A logical sequence of technical exercises,
program music and ensembles offers young string players a
comprehensive and positive approach throughout their first
year of study. Creativity and self expression are also
encouraged throughout Spotlight on Strings with the
inclusion of fun improvisation exercises and music writing
assignments.
Level 2 builds on the concepts introduced in Level 1 by
opening with a review of the major and minor fingering
patterns on all four strings. Attention throughout the
method is given to presenting material that makes use of
the entire tonal range of the instrument in the first
position for the upper strings, and the first three
positions for the lower strings.
Five ensembles and two duets round out Level 2. Suitable
for concerts, the ensembles include America; We Shall
Overcome; Amaryllis; Surprise Symphony Theme; and Military
March. Suitable for any class size or instrumentation, all
string parts have the melody and one harmony part.
The Teacher Score/Keyboard books for Levels 1 and 2
include piano accompaniments for much of the program music
and ensembles. Especially composed for educators with
modest piano playing skills, the accompaniments can also
be played by piano students who wish to become involved in
an ensemble experience. |
