Book One - Michael J Stocks

The new and exciting ‘Strings Rock’ series is a set of progressive tutor books for violin, viola, cello and double bass. Suitable for individual or group tuition, each book features tuneful solo melodies as well as several ensemble pieces.

‘Strings Rock’ features a backing CD, which includes accompaniment for many of the solo and ensemble pieces within the book. A Piano Accompaniment book is also available for books 1, 2 and 3.

Many pieces included in the 'Strings Rock' series have been accepted for use in external string examinations. Click here for more info.

Book One - Content

Book One of the Strings Rock series introduces the following topics and techniques:

G string E string A string D string 1st finger 2nd finger 3rd finger 4th finger Crossing strings Repeat sign Bow markings 4-4 time 3-4 time Key signatures Crotchet rest Minim rest Semi-breve rest Dynamics Pizzicato Scales Arpeggios Quavers Ritenuto Pause cresc./decresc. Accelerando Rounds Improvising Composing Ensemble Playing