String Instruments

Set of parts for The Black Waters for String Trio by Peter Bruun. Score: WH31595 Programme note The initial and prevailing theme is from the song 'Det Fagreste Træ' with lyrics by Ursula Andkjær Olsen and music by me. To this song I also owe the title of the piece. The melody in bar 187-217 is quoted from a pearl diver song from Bahrain recorded by the composer and music ethnologist Poul Rovsing-Olsen. Peter Bruun

Arguably one of the most famous themes in classical literature the cantabile theme from Tchaikovsky's fifth symphony is presented here in a lush arrangement. Robert McCashin has taken full advantage of the textures and sonorities available from the string orchestra. Violas are featured as the melody first occurs. A wonderful arrangement worthy of your utmost consideration.

The New Real Book 2 - Eb Version. The long-awaited sequel to The New Real Book Volume 1, this spiral-bound songbook for Eb instruments includes (where applicable) separate Bass parts; Keyboard parts; harmony parts; sample Bass parts and Drum figures, with accurate melody and chord changes throughout. The New Real Book Volume 2 features 216 songs, including 80 jazz classics, 65 Contemporary Jazz and Jazz-Fusion favourites, 14 Brazilian pieces and 57 Standards.

32 Trios That Can Be Played by Any Combination of String Instruments-If you're a violinist and you have a couple of friends who play another stringed instrument then Compatible Trios for Strings is the book for you! This collection contains 32 trios in a variety of styles from classical to folk music to original pieces that will be fun to play with any combination of three string instruments.Trios are a great way to learn how to play in a chamber music setting and this unique collection gives you the opportunity to do it with anyone else who plays a string instrument making the combinations of instruments that can be used extensive. Compatible Trios for Strings are perfect for use in school setting whenstudents come in at lunchtime or after school and want to play for fun with their friends. The flexibility of these trios makes them a must-have for any string player.Available for:Violin - CFBF83Viola - CFBF84Cello - CFBF85Double Bass - CFBF86

Improve your Cello playing with this brilliant tutor part of the successful and popular All For Strings series. It is a comprehensive string method that is suitable for the classroom or individual study helping you tounderstand the fundamentals and theory of music. The series is applicable to all string instruments but this workbook is particularly for Cello with studies exercises games techniques various musical Styles and a detailedgraphical approach make this a fantastic learning tool.

21 Quartets That Can Be Played by Any Combination of String Instruments-The Compatible Ensemble Series allows chamber groups to play together no matter the instrumentation or who wants to play melody harmony or bass.This collection contains 21 quartets for string instruments in a variety of styles from classical to folk to original compositions. Players get the opportunity to mix-and-match instrumentation and line played making the instrumentation combinations almost limitless. The flexibility of these quartets makes them a must have for any string player.

1. Violin 2. Violin (Viola) Violoncello-The Sassmannshaus ?Early Start? string methods cultivate playing together as early as possible initially in duets. However playing in larger mixed ensembles is also encouraged and this tried-and-trusted edition for strings provides the perfect start for this.The first songs can all be performed in canon; each piece is notated in violin viola and bass clef so that all three string instruments can play together in any number and combination. The collection then continues with through-composed pieces by such composers as Johann Valentin Rathgeber and Johann Joseph Fux. Here the middle part may optionally be performed by a viola or second violin.Firststeps in string ensemble playingFor violin viola and cello or for two violins and celloIncludes many canons

Accompaniment-The Tricks To Tunes series is designed for teaching mixed string instruments in groups. It is a systematic program developed over many years from many years experience teaching strings in schools. The tutors are aimed at the primary and lower secondary school age group but are also suitable for older beginners.The children learn ‘tricks’ for their fingers or bows which are fun when done in a group. Reading skills are developed at the same time.Each page represents a small step in musical and technical development based on reading music from the very first lessons. Theory homework is included at the end of most sections providing the complete theoryrequired as children progress.The tutors for each instrument are identical in content except where differences are required to accommodate the different instruments.Books 1 and 2 of the series are each intended to cover one year of group tuition based on a school year of 40 weeks. Book 3 provides material for two years. Progress will vary according to the age of the children the size of the group and the extent of their previous musical experience.Additional repertoire at the end of the books provides: extension work for pupils who reach the end of the book before the rest of the group additional work for those who want it and end of year concert pieces. These brilliant tutors make playing music fun as it should be!The Accompaniment Books contain piano parts that are simple enough to allow parents or siblings with some musical skills to play. For many of the simple pieces the right hand piano part is suitable as a violin accompaniment.These are great resource books for ensemble work. Many tunes are arranged for duets trios or quartets and allow more advanced pupils to play along with beginners. Accompaniment Book Three has harmony parts that span the range of ability from beginner to able fourth year player.Books One and Two contain over a dozen games that provide variation for the class