"I Can Read Music" Book Volume 1 (violin, viola, cello, bass) is designed for students that have a very strong ear for music and pick up tunes very quickly. These books breakdown the 'pitch' from the 'rhythm.' They start out designed to work on one string at a time - with no real melody to hear.
It can be very frustrating to students that have an aptitude for playing their instrument, but feeling that their music reading is holding them back. This is THE BOOK! Joanne Martin designed these books for YOU!
I would start out with just 5 minutes a day. Just one or two pages. Whatever happens, happens! You did it! You worked on reading -- great job.
Mrs. Flesch did a workshop with Joanne Martin on all the different ways to utilize these books. Please email for Mrs. Flesch if you would like more information.