Essential Elements for Strings (with online resources) - Violin
I Can Read Music - Violin
Music Stand - very helpful for home practice and to hold books and music. There are many different kinds and colors of music stands. The link shows one example.
Shoulder Rest (or Foam) There are many different kinds and colors of shoulder rests. The link shows one example. Be sure to get the correct size for your instrument.
Please tell your teacher if you need help getting any of these supplies.
Essential Elements for Strings (with online resources) - Viola
I Can Read Music - Viola
Music Stand - very helpful for home practice and to hold books and music. There are many different kinds and colors of music stands. The link shows one example.
Shoulder Rest or Foam for Violins and Violas. There are many different kinds and colors of shoulder rests. The link shows one example. Be sure to get the correct size for your instrument.
Please tell your teacher if you need help getting any of these supplies.
Essential Elements for Strings (with online resources) - Cello
I Can Read Music - Cello
End Pin Slip Stop or strap for Cellos
Music Stand - very helpful for home practice and to hold books and music. There are many different kinds and colors of music stands. The link shows one example.
Please tell your teacher if you need help getting any of these supplies.
Choose a rhythm and play it about 4 times on each string.
Remember the string names?
Play Flower Song forward and backward!
Up the tree and down with your fingers.
Play with all the rhythms