Book Two - 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 Two - Content

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

Pause Glissando Diminuendo 1st & 2nd time bars Anacrusis Mezzo piano Da capo al Fine Arco Tremolo Fortissimo Slurs Accents Ties Rallentando Accelerando Dotted crotchets Tenuto Semi quavers 2-4 time Quaver rest Staccato Scales Arpeggios Rounds Improvising Composing Ensemble playing