Advanced Technique for Strings - Viola, String Method Sheet Music Book
Level 4 of Hal Leonard's Essential Elements for Strings series, authored by Michael Allen, Robert Gillespie, and Pamela Tellejohn Hayes, is perfect for advanced-level viola students.
Product Overview
Each book includes a detailed practice routine for scales, three-octave major and minor scales and arpeggios, and a systematic fingering system for scales, giving advanced students a rigorous, well-organized approach to scale mastery. Extensive shifting exercises for advanced positions build technical range, while shifting reinforcement in a musical context using unison orchestra excerpts ensures these skills transfer directly into real ensemble performance. The book also includes advanced technical development and sequenced rhythmic and bowing studies, providing a thorough, well-rounded resource for continuing students.
Ideal For
- Advanced viola students seeking comprehensive technical development
- Orchestra directors continuing students through the Essential Elements for Strings series
- Students needing structured, systematic scale and shifting practice
- Musicians wanting rhythmic and bowing studies alongside orchestral repertoire connections
Key Features
Detailed Scale Practice Routine
Provides a structured, systematic approach to daily scale practice at the advanced level.
Three-Octave Major and Minor Scales and Arpeggios
Builds comprehensive technical range across a substantial portion of the instrument.
Systematic Fingering System
Offers consistent, well-organized fingering guidance for scale study.
Extensive Shifting Exercises
Develops facility in advanced positions through dedicated shifting practice.
Shifting Reinforcement Through Orchestra Excerpts
Uses unison orchestra excerpts to connect shifting technique directly to real musical context.
Sequenced Rhythmic and Bowing Studies
Provides structured, progressive development of these essential technical areas.
BP G1.2
