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Synthetic Violin bows

Synthetic, or often referred to as Carbon fibre Violin bows (although not all are carbon fibre) offer playing qualities that are consistent and often comparable to much more expensive wooden Violin bows. It is therefore possible to produce a very reliable, balanced and consistent violin bow for a low price. Synthetic Violin bows are not affected by temperature or humidity variations so are an excellent choice if playing outside. It also means they are highly resistant to warping or losing their spring.

This jolly piece is quite easy, except for the string crossing in the third line that reinforces the left hand shape. This is especially the case for violinists who are using their 4th finger to play A. This simple tune introduces slurs as well as drawing attention to the difference between slurs and ties. Having taught whole classes of instrumentalists for many years, several patterns emerge that allow me to establish certain rules of engagement ... Synthetic Cello bows

Synthetic, or often referred to as Carbon fibre Cello bows (although not all are carbon fibre), are consistent and often comparable to much more expensive wooden cello bows. It is therefore possible to produce a very reliable, balanced and consistent bow for a low price. Synthetic or Carbon Fibre Cello bows are not affected by temperature variations so are an excellent choice if playing outside. It also means they are highly resistant to warping or losing their spring.

This easy piece uses open-strings and the 1st finger only. It is easily taught by rote using the words, followed by note names/fingerings accompanied with hand gestures. A slightly more demanding Accompaniment part is useful when teaching in groups, or to vary the lesson. Short improvisation sections separate the verses. One way to stimulate improvisations is to ask your pupil(s) to imagine foods, or activities to provide the rhythm. For example: Coconut Ice Cream, Swimming in the Sea. Suggest that they use any notes, including open strings and fingered notes in 1st position. An alternative is to do ‘question and answers’ where you play a short phrase, and your pupil responds with an answering phrase of a similar length. The important thing to emphasise is that there are no wrong notes, and they are free to experiment as long as they maintain good physical form. This is a piece that children love returning to. This can be performed in a number of ways, using singing and playing of both parts. Dancing should also be encouraged. Cello Exam Books Associated Board of Royal Schools (ABRSM) and Trinity College prescribed exam pieces and supporting publications for cello. Please remember that you will need an original copy to take with you into an exam. This simple melody combines high and low 2nd finger (2nd and 3rd finger on the cello) in the key of G major.This duet is in e minor, helping to consolidate the finger pattern already established, plus introducing the high B, forcing the use of the 4th finger on the violin. Much of what you try out in Pineapples are Juicy can be used in this piece also. It is a piece that is easy to learn by rote and as such avoids having to explain the complex-looking notation. This, as well as Pineapples are Juicy can be returned to in any lesson as a way to lighten the mood or mix up the activities. This set of variations is easy to learn and makes for an excellent warm-up to any lesson. I like to create a chart that looks something like this: This piece introduces the low 2nd-finger pattern for violins and viola, and the 2nd finger for cellists. It can be very easily learned by rote so all the attention can be focused on this new pattern. Use the improvisation sections to consolidate this pattern, allowing your pupils to make up small tunes. The Accompaniment part uses just open-strings and the first finger, useful if you have a mixed ability group. This is a simple duet that consolidates the left-hand shape with a simple open-string accompaniment. When teaching in groups, it is nice to switch parts to vary the lesson. Violinists might like to walk around, following each other in a line like a train if there is room to do so. This helps to dilute any tension into the whole body and helps to feel the pulse from the legs upwards.

If you are in a situation where you are required to carry two instruments around – a violinand a viola perhaps or two violins if you use one for teaching purposes, it will make your life so much easier to have both in one case.

A double violin or violin/viola combination case is a must for any musician living the hectic lifestyle of the 21st century! Modern combination cases are strong, light and compact, and often can accommodate up to eight bows as well.

The familiarity of this famous piece will ease the learning. If slurs have not yet been introduced, it is OK to leave them out and add them at a later date. The third line offers a harmonic alternative. This is for use if you have a group lesson and wish to make it more challenging, otherwise ignore the lower harmony part.

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Piano stools Piano stools Piano stools which are adjustable allowing pianists of all ages to sit comfortably. Choose the finish you require and then a fabric to match. Viola cases

Viola Cases

At Caswell’s we offer a large range of viola cases to suit all budgets in a range of materials, colours and shapes. All too often there is no expense spared when it comes to purchasing an instrument but then we leave it very unprotected! Modern Hitech material is very strong and very light and comes highly recommended with it comes to protecting your viola properly.

This gentle tune evokes a calm and reflective mood. This is the first tune that is firmly in the key of C major. The use of the 4th finger is encouraged in the violin part with a lower octave alternative offered. If slurs have already been learned, it would be nice to add them here, pairing quarter-notes into one bow. Electric Instrument strings These strings are constructed in such a way that they are more suitable to electric instruments than normal orchestral strings would be. This is especially true in the case of the D’Addario NS electric strings which have been specially designed and developed in conjunction with Ned Steinberger to suit the NS range of electric instruments. Conductors Batons Conductors Batons Conductors Batons with a choice of handle shape and materiel and length of shaft

Tuning pegs Tuning pegs for violin, viola and cello are available in a variety of shapes and woods, the most common being the ebony pegs in the Parisian style. The Posture peg is an innovative invention allowing cellists to play comfortably without the C and G string peg getting in the way. The precise engineering on the Wittner fine tune pegs has revolutionized the way student instruments can be tuned to precision with the same authentic look. Learning musical instruments in groups is the best way to start out, but it has to be done right.I was recently involved in a round-table discussi... Top Nuts and Saddles Top Nuts and Saddles Violin, viola, cello and Bass Top nuts and saddles. Available in ebony or best ebony recommended for repairers and makers. The first line of this piece is easily learned by rote, helping to consolidate the feeling of the low 2nd finger (2nd finger for cello.) The middle two lines are useful for bowing. Ensure the players use all the bow for the whole-notes, with small bows at each end of the bow for the quarter-notes. The different rhythms between the parts is a useful introduction to ensemble playing and rhythmic synchronizing. Ensemble Sheet Music What is listed here is obviously a very small selection of the string ensemble music that is available. Amongst others, we have access to the huge Hal Leonard catalogue listing hundreds of string ensemble pieces for String Orchestra and ensembles ranging from Easy traditional to classic to Pop specials! For more details and for prices please give us a call.

Dominant Strings Widely regarded as “the reference standard”, Dominant strings, made with a highly flexible multi-strand synthetic core, provide the tonal warmth and feel of a gut string while being impervious to changes in humidity. The sound is soft, clear with a stable intonation and they are rich in overtones. One of the world’s most popular strings! Dominant Violin strings Probably the best known string in the world, the Dominant violin strings are widely recommended by teacher and professionals. The sound is mellow and full, very similar in tone and response to gut strings yet very stable and rich in overtones. Dominant Viola strings Dominant Viola strings have superb projection and effortless response. Together with the full, warm sound they are often the first choice. Dominant cello strings Dominant cello strings are possibly not that well known because of the very competitive and excellent strings there are on the market at this level. They nonetheless still offer a very full and mellow sound with an ability to project without being metallic. Dominant Bass strings Dominant Bass strings, made with a highly flexible, multi-strand synthetic core, provide the tonal warmth and feel of a gut string while being impervious to changes in humidity.… Synthetic Double bass bows

Synthetic/Carbon fibre Double Bass bows offer playing qualities that are consistent and often comparable to much more expensive wooden Double Bass bows. It is therefore possible to produce a very reliable, balanced and consistent bow for a low price. Carbon Fibre Double Bass bows are not affected by temperature or humidity variations.

Bowing and Fingering Aids & Accessories Bowing and fingering Aids & Accessories from Caswells Strings are sourced from across the globe to assist you in learning to play a stringed instrument. Not only are they designed to help you become proficient at bowing, but to make it as comfortable as possible. Revolutionary products such as the Bowhold buddie for violin and the Cellophant for cello assist in the bow hold. The Bowzo and HorACE help to develop a good bowing technique. Bowgrips for violin and cello bows also assist in correct technique while making the bow more comfortable to play and reducing wear on the bow. The best selling Doodle bow is excellent for doing flexibility exercises. Synthetic Viola bows

Synthetic, or often referred to as Carbon fibre Viola bows (although not all are carbon fibre), are consistent and often comparable to much more expensive wooden Viola bows. It is therefore possible to produce a very reliable, balanced and consistent Viola at a very reasonable price. Synthetic and Carbon Fibre Viola bows are not affected by temperature variations so are an excellent choice if playing outside. It also means they are highly resistant to warping due to tension or humidity.

Christmas Sheet Music Christmas Books For all your favourite Christmas tunes. Christmas books arranged for violin, viola, cello or piano.

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Endpins & Fingerboards Endpins & Fingerboards Cello and Double bass endpins are available with either a hardwood cone or a genuine ebony cone. Carbon Fibre cello endpins such as the Stahlhammer offering versatility and lightness. Violin and Viola endpins are available in a variety of finishes and styles. Fingerboards come as blanks and will need to be fitted by a luthier. This piece is longer than usual, but is divided up into simple sections that utilise already established skills. B flat is introduced on the G string in the Accompaniment part. Octave tuning in the middle section with the low 2nd finger shape (2nd finger on Cello) is also helpful for stretching out the 3rd finger (4th for cello.)