Peggy Wheeler & Carrie Lane Gruselle

Superior Strings in Sixteen Weeks

SB305

$9.50

One Book focuses on bowing, tone, and expression, features melody in all sections of the orchestra, and provides systematic approaches to the following issues:

Tone and Intonation

•	Harmonized scale warm ups
•	Tuning to open strings in various patterns
•	String crossing with three note chords and arpeggios

Balance

•	Simple chorales for work on balance
•	Chorale melodies distributed among all instruments

Technique

•	Scales presented in “string order”
•	Bowing and rhythm patterns
•	Weekly progressive rhythm exercises

Interpretation

•	Twenty short excerpts from orchestral repertoire
•	Excerpts emphasize the relationship of bowing style to articulation and interpretation

Festival Preparation

• Tips for a healthy approach to performance