Orchestra string bass
Composed by Gerald E. Anderson. Orchestra method/study.
Ensemble: Chamber Orchestra; Full Orchestra; String Orchestra
Format: Collection / Songbook
Level: Intermediate
Series: Essentials for Strings

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.