Exercises in 7 major keys covering slurred, legato, staccato and détaché bowings.
A compilation of two of the most famous methods for brass, re-edited and progressively graded for like-instrument classroom instruction, and including additional material for study of melodic interpre...
Fantastic collection of advanced pieces for violin duet. Works by such esteemed composers as Telemann, Corelli, Kreutzer, Paganini and many, many more are included. Highly appropriate and challenging...
This lovely collection of original violin trios was compiled by Rubank legends Harvey Whistler and Herman Hummel, and is still in use on many state contest lists. Each is the perfect length for compet...
From one of the most important composers of the baroque, Tambourin Dance has been adapted for student players in an edition that can be used to teach cut-time, dynamic contrast, and both legato and sp...
An elegant dance in 3/4 time, this Beethoven minuet is a great vehicle for teaching about rondo form. The episodes between the refrains are short - just four measures in most cases - so students hear...
Introducing the Positions, a series widely used in classroom and private studio, represents a critical 'next step' for string students. Position playing allows players to extend range beyond the basic...
The classic scale and arpeggio studies of Gabriel Parès were adapted in the 1940s for like-instrument study by Rubank's Harvey Whistler, and are now the standard for elementary scale instruction. Pres...
A Complete Course of Study for Double Note and Chord Development Suitable for any student who has finished a first-year violin method book.
String teachers have long turned to the First Album series to fulfill the need for fun, educational first-year solo and ensemble music. The companion book, First Etude Album, reinforces everything tau...
This collection of 25 original violin and viola duets (grade 3-4) is an absolute “must” for every string teacher's library, for classroom practice or for contest.
String teachers have long turned to the First Album series to fulfill the need for fun, educational first-year solo and ensemble music. Familiar classics and original works are presented, each in elem...
One of Brahms' most recognized themes in a smart version for developing players. Expert Level
The memorable Italian folk tune, ideal for teaching 6/8 meter.
One of Saint-Saëns' most identifiable symphonic themes has been used in countless horror films and gives the listener an instant connection with drama, intrigue, and suspense. This easy and approachab...
Taken from one of Tchaikovsky's string quartets, this edition features primarily tutti scoring and provides an opportunity to teach basic meter changes (2/4 to 3/4).
Mozart's exquisite writing is evident in every measure of this minuet. This easy level arrangement will give your students a perfect introduction to playing in a leggiero (light) classical style.
The majestic chorus See, the Conquering Hero Comes from Judas Maccabaeus is presented here in a version for easy level string orchestra. Present a lesson on Baroque oratorio: or collaborate with the h...
The Laendler (an 18th-century German folk dance) was a popular style among classical composers, who even incorporated them into large symphonic works. Here is a very easy and enjoyable work by Beethov...
This charming piece from the Album for the Young (a set of beginner pieces written by Schumann for his three daughters) is perfect for teaching/reinforcing dotted quarter-eighth note patterns. Its che...
Swan Lake, possibly the most-often performed ballet worldwide, tells the story of Odette, a princess who is cursed by an evil sorcerer to live as a swan by day and a woman by night. Scene and Dance is...
Dvorák was extremely interested in Native American and African American melody, and his Symphony No. 9 (From the New World) included influences of both. This easy arrangement wonderfully includes the...
With piano accompaniment String teachers have long turned to the First Album series to fulfill the need for fun, educational first-year solo and ensemble music. Familiar classics and original works ar...
Includes: Andante from Symphony No. 5 (Tchaikovsky) • Andantino (Lemare) • Barcarolle from Tales of Hoffman (Offenbach) • Drink to Me Only with Thine Eyes • Evening Star from Tannh...
Daily practice of the 26 rudiments is one of the most important means whereby players can quickly and thoroughly acquire advanced technical proficiency on snare. This comprehensive volume develops eac...
One of the most widely used series of methods for individual or like-instrument class instruction. Using a very well-rounded approach including scales, arpeggios, technical studies, studies for musici...
This one-of-a-kind text is a must for students who are making the switch from violin to viola. Whistler makes introductory remarks on the notable differences in bowing, fingering, resonance, intonatio...
A compilation of two world-famous violin methods, revised and re-styled for the modern classroom. Published in two volumes.
This excellent scale book for beginning and intermediate violinists covers all keys up to three sharps/flats and their relative minors. Exercises are made interesting (and effective) with the use of n...
This intermediate course of violin study, based on the works of Kayser, Mazas, De Beriot and other masters of the violin repertoire, is published in two volumes and is an introductory course for the f...
An Intermediate Course of Study for the Development of Technical Proficiency in the First Position An appropriate follow-up method to Rubank's Intermediate Method for Viola. Includes: •Daily exer...
For unaccompanied clarinet.
Contents: Andaluza (Granados) - Aria (Donizetti) - Aria (Stradella) - Aria (Weber) - Aria from Il Trovatore (Verdi) - Can Can - Chanson Triste - Consolation (Karg-Elert) - Elegie - Etude - Evening Pra...
Scales studies of the most common major and minor keys designed for individual study and like-instrument class instruction.
An advanced course of study designed to follow-up any of the various elementary and intermediate methods.
These 30 easy level (grade 2) string trios from the masters, arranged by Rubank legends Harvey Whistler and Herman Hummel, are the ultimate way to introduce your youngest players to ensemble playing....
Your students have finished the Dorian Album of string trios (04472730) and are ready for something more challenging. The Lydian Album of grade 3 string trios by the masters is the perfect choice. Com...
Thirty-eight very easy first solos for the early beginner, with piano accompaniment. Includes Aura Lee, Billy Boy, Blow the Man Down, Ode to Joy, Mexican Hat Dance, London Bridge, Some Folks, and many...
This classic series of duets is recognizable to nearly everyone who has ever studied an instrument. Duet playing is often a student's first form of ensemble experience - technique, tone quality, inton...
These 30 easy level (grade 2) violin duets from the masters, arranged by Rubank legends Harvey Whistler and Herman Hummel, are the ultimate way to introduce your youngest players to ensemble playing....
Your students have finished the Apollo Album of violin duets (04472690) and are ready for something more challenging. The Lyric Album of grade 3 violin duets by the masters is the perfect choice. Comp...
Introducing the Positions, a series widely used in classroom and private studio, represents a critical “next step” for string students. Position playing allows players to extend range beyo...
14 solos with piano accompaniment. Also includes lyrics and Christmas stories with illustrations.
Let's Sing about Safari is a collection of 10 lively, witty and up-beat songs to introduce you to the variety of wildlife found in Africa. This fantastic, wild experience is perrrrrfect for children f...
String teachers have long turned to Ensembles for Strings to fulfill the need for easy to intermediate ensemble pieces for student string players. Familiar classical melodies are arranged here for 2,...
