Get more practice, more of the time, from your children (or yourself)! Unlock the secret keys that most music instructors overlook. Listen in on the conversations between a violin coach and his student, in the basement of an old home in the midwest. Lessons are deep and the learning is deeper, when often-ignored secrets are revealed.

The Step by Step series is a collection of exercise books/CDs for violin based on the Mother-Tongue approach. From the very beginning, it will provide a solid foundation in instrumental technique for Suzuki and traditional approaches in private lessons or group settings. The focus is on teaching correct, child-appropriate practice habits that range from listening, singing, and dancing to playing music. The ideas presented, including information for parent and practice tips should stimulate daily practice and also make it more effective. Includes new piano arrangements by David Andruss. This volume is the Complete Version based on Suzuki Violin School, Volume 1, and includes the Violin Exercise Book in English with the CD. Pages: 74

My Violin Practice Journal is a valuable resource for any young violinist. It will help them learn to practice effectively, making the most of their time to help them progress, all while having fun and fostering a love of music. This journal is designed to help kids stay motivated and take ownership of their own learning. Each month, they'll be guided to reflect on their wins and challenges. Then, they'll set goals for the following month and make a plan to achieve them. Each week, there is space to summarize their violin lesson, list the week's assignments, log their daily practice, and reflect on the week's progress. The journal includes space to record 52 weeks-worth of progress with their instrument, and it's undated, so start any time! By the end of the year, they will be amazed of how far they've come. The book also includes bonus material, such as a musical glossary, fingering chart, fun activity pages, space for notes, and blank staff paper.

This book is designed as a workbook to teach theory specifically relevant to the violin at a level that is attainable and challenging, yet fun for young children. It is intended to build confidence and solidify the relationship between theory and playing. Children will enjoy the drawing and coloring activities in the book, while developing the fundamentals of violin theory at the same time. the book can be used to teach beginners the basics of theory, or even to refresh musicians who might need a small review of violin theory. No matter who uses this book, it will give a strong foundation to violin theory, and through this understanding will foster a greater love of playing. Concepts covered in this book include: learning the parts of the violin; learning about line and space notes; learning musical symbols; and how to draw music.

"The discipline of practice every day is essential. When I skip a day, I notice a difference in my playing. After two days, the critics notice, and after three days, so does the audience". Jascha Heifetz "A genius! For 37 years I've practiced fourteen hours a day, and now they call me a genius!" - Pablo de Sarasate Success in violin lessons is dramatically influenced by our practice habits, while practice habits are connected with what we think about our talents and abilities. We present a book connecting theories of the Suzuki method and growth mindset concept. This book will help You or Your child organizing violin lessons notes, homework's, daily exercises, and stay motivated, persistent, and focused. Inside you'll find an entire year's worth of weekly lesson sheets: 2 pages for each lesson, with a place to write down the lesson, teacher's advice, homework, questions and comments and other notes. 2 pages with space for all 7 days of the week where You will track your daily practice. You can record what and for how long you have been practicing and what questions have come during the exercises. If You exercise with child, You can stick the stickers on (it's enough space even for few stickers each day). For each week You will receive an affirmation (e.g. "With more practice it will get easier!", "We grow when things are hard") or quotes (e.g. "It's not that I'm so smart, it's just that I stay with problems longer" Albert Einstein; "If at first You don't succeed You're normal" Kid president). This violin practice log book is perfect for both kids and adults! The notebook will be useful both for students studying with the Suzuki method, as well as with the classical and any other method. Make violin lessons and practicing easier!

In her follow-up to Making Music and Enriching Lives: A Guide for All Music Teachers, Bonnie Blanchard offers students a set of tools for their musical lives that will help them stay engaged, even during the challenging times in their musical development. Blanchard discusses issues such as finding an instructor, selecting the right instrument, and choosing a college or conservatory. The book includes lessons on music theory and history as well as a guide to finding additional materials in print and online. Blanchard's strategies for making practice productive and preparing for auditions are useful tips students can return to again and again.

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