Instrumentation: Cello, Piano Acc.
Composed by Gerald E. Anderson.
Format: Book
Level or Grade: Intermediate
Series: Essentials for Strings

Orchestra method/study.

Essentials for Strings is an excellent systematic and comprehensive approach to technical development for use by full string orchestras, string ensembles, and individual string players.

Features include:

RHYTHM

Teaches a consistent counting system.
Develops excellent sight-reading skills.
Shows note relationships via graphic "rhythm boxes."
Provides 18 pages of bowed rhythm studies.
TECHNIQUE

Scales, Arpeggios, and Broken Thirds in one, two, and three octaves, in every major and minor key.
All studies are fingered for each instrument.
Gives rhythmic variations for all exercises.


BOWING

Clearly explains eight basic bowing styles.
Suggests countless bowing possibilities.
INTONATION

Offers step-by-step procedures for developing perfect intonation.
Includes tuning recommendations for all strings.
Includes 5 four-part chorales to develop group intonation.

Contents:
Rhythms
Practice Procedure
Mixed Meters
The Instrument
Fingering Technique
Intervals on the Same String
Shifting
Bowings
Slur
Martele
Slurred Staccato
Spiccato
One Octave Scales
Three Octave Scales
Duplet Variations
Practice Procedures for Scales
Harmonic Minor Scales
Major and Minor Arpeggios
Thirds in Minor
Major Scales
Melodic Minor Scales
A Mighty Fortress
O Sacred Head, Now Wounded
Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming