Practical Method for the Violin: Book 1

Bostelmann, Louis

ISBN 10: 1458426726 / ISBN 13: 9781458426727

Published by G. Schirmer, Inc. (edition Enlarged - Revised - Bilingual), 1986

About this Item

It's a preowned item in good condition and includes all the pages. It may have some general signs of wear and tear, such as markings, highlighting, slight damage to the cover, minimal wear to the binding, etc., but they will not affect the overall reading experience.

Seller Inventory # 1458426726-11-1

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Practical Method for the Violin: Book 1
• Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc. (edition Enlarged - Revised - Bilingual)
• Publication Date: 1986
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1458426726
• ISBN 13: 9781458426727
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: Enlarged - Revised - Bilingual.
• Condition: Good

About this title

Synopsis

This method book is designed for beginner violin students, young learners, adult beginners, and teachers seeking a clear and supportive introduction to foundational technique. It works well for home practice, private lessons, group classes, and early music study, offering structured guidance for players starting their violin journey.

Book 1 presents a progressive sequence of unaccompanied violin exercises, short pieces, and technical studies. All material includes text in both Spanish and English, making the instructions accessible for diverse learning environments. The notation is clean and easy to follow, helping new violinists read confidently and develop control, coordination, and steady bowing habits from the first pages.

The collection supports skill-building through simple melodies that encourage accurate pitch, rhythm awareness, and consistent practice. Teachers appreciate its logical pacing, while students enjoy recognizable tunes that make early learning feel rewarding. This method strengthens technique, builds confidence, and provides a reliable foundation for continued violin study.

Song List
At The Seashore * Auld Lang Syne * The Boy Scouts * The Campbells Are Coming * The Clowns * Combat * The Conqueror * Country Dance * Dance Of Spring * Determination * Fairy Dance * Flow Gently, Sweet Afton * Holiday * In Perpetual Motion * Lament * March * Minuet * My Country, 'Tis Of Thee * O Come, All Ye Faithful * Playful Kittens * Playtime * Procession * Sailing * Singing Brook * The Stubborn Mules * The Sunset * Winding Stream * The Woodland Path * Yankee Doodle

Bring music to life. Ideal for lessons, practice, and early performance, this method offers learners a dependable start and makes a thoughtful resource for developing violinists of all ages.