Dive into the world of violin with Ros Stephen's "Violinworks Book 1," a comprehensive and engaging method designed for older beginners and improvers. Released on September 1, 2016, under Oxford University Press Music, this album is a treasure trove of 98 tracks that span a diverse range of musical styles and techniques. With a duration of over an hour, it offers an extensive collection of pieces that will guide you through the fundamentals of violin playing.
Ros Stephen, a renowned educator and violinist, has meticulously crafted this album to provide a step-by-step approach to learning the violin. The tracks progress from basic tuning exercises to more complex pieces, ensuring a solid foundation in violin technique. Each piece is carefully selected to introduce new concepts and reinforce previously learned skills, making it an invaluable resource for anyone looking to master the violin.
The album features a wide array of musical genres, from classical pieces like "Minuetto from 'Don Giovanni'" and "Pachelbel’s Canon" to folk tunes like "Russian Polka" and "Hungarian Folk Song." This diverse repertoire not only makes learning enjoyable but also exposes you to a variety of musical styles, enriching your overall musical experience.
Accompanied by detailed descriptions and photos demonstrating correct playing positions, "Violinworks Book 1" is more than just an album—it's a comprehensive guide that will help you develop the skills and confidence needed to play the violin proficiently. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your playing, Ros Stephen's "Violinworks Book 1" is an essential addition to your musical journey.
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Tracks
Tuning notesRos Stephen
Moving to the beat and Peaceful PizzicatoRos Stephen
Pizzicato open strings, String names, Feeling the pulse, Missing beats, and Reading restsRos Stephen
Strumming tuneRos Stephen
Open String Waltz (pizz.)Ros Stephen
Call and response (Holding the violin and playing pizzicato)Ros Stephen
Feeling the pulse (Two beats)Ros Stephen
Feeling the pulse (Three beats) and Missing beatsRos Stephen
Cha cha cha (pizz.)Ros Stephen
African rhythm gameRos Stephen
Pizzicato polkaJohann Strauss II, Ros Stephen
Minuetto from 'Don Giovanni'Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ros Stephen
The Fiddler Tunes UpRos Stephen
Pachelbel’s Canon (Open strings)Johann Pachelbel, Ros Stephen
Cha cha cha (Higher bow)Ros Stephen
Roll & RockRos Stephen
Bluegrass WaltzRos Stephen
The Cajun Fiddler (Open strings)Ros Stephen
Open String Waltz (arco)Ros Stephen
Pizzicato Ping PongRos Stephen
Tuneful OctavesRos Stephen
Sailing SongRos Stephen
Call and response (1st-finger)Ros Stephen
Pachelbel’s Canon (1st-finger)Johann Pachelbel, Ros Stephen
Jesu, Joy of Man’s DesiringJohann Sebastian Bach, Ros Stephen
Habañera from 'Carmen'Georges Bizet, Ros Stephen
Russian PolkaTraditional, Ros Stephen
Reel for RollerRos Stephen
A Gasn NigunTraditional, Ros Stephen
Indian SongRos Stephen
The AcrobatRos Stephen
The Cajun Fiddler (1st-finger)Ros Stephen
Argentine DanceRos Stephen
Call and response (High 2nd-finger)Ros Stephen
Cha cha cha (Lower bow)Ros Stephen
Diarra Lora LoraTraditional, Ros Stephen
Shake Them ’Simmons DownTraditional, Ros Stephen
Au clair de la luneTraditional, Ros Stephen
Spanish DanceRos Stephen
PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Ros Stephen
Lyme BayRos Stephen
Buenos Aires TangoRos Stephen
Maiden CastleRos Stephen
Call and response (More on the 3rd-finger)Ros Stephen
The Bell RingerRos Stephen
Mattachins (Sword Dance) from 'Capriol Suite'Peter Warlock, Ros Stephen
Swiss DanceRos Stephen
There goes the train that carried my girl from townTraditional, Ros Stephen