Beginner Violin Theory For Children Book One
20296
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by Melanie Smith
Product Number: 20296
ISBN: 0786670878
Publisher: Mel Bay Pub., Inc.
Difficulty Level: Beginning
Format: Book
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.
CONTENTS
Learning about the parts of the violin
Learning to draw notes
Learning about spaces and line notes
recognition
drawing
Adding Stems To Notes
upward
downward
Drawing Notes on Lines & Spaces
proper shape
proper stem placement
changing direction of stem
Learning Musical Symbols
sharps
natural
flats
CHECKPOINT 1
Drawing Treble Clefs
Note Recognition
whole note
half note
quarter note
eighth note
sixteenth note
Drawing Different Notes
CHECKPOINT 2
Drawing Music
treble clefs
notes on lines & spaces
Learning Note Timing
whole note
half note
quarter note
eighth note
sixteenth note
Review
Learning Rest Values
whole rest
half rest
quarter rest
eighth rest
sixteenth rest
Review
