PROGRAM CONTENT

• Understanding the history of music in relation to the instrument. Particular focus on the important characters involved in the development of music and the instrument.
• Demonstration of technical skills from the instructor
• Development of sight-reading, or the ability to read written music, in order to acquire and develop an internal hearing
• An acquaintance of musical terminology
• Ensemble skills under the guidance of a Musical Director or ConcertMaster
  
• In-depth study of technical mastery of the instrument, with a focus on intonation, smooth transitions, the appropriate type of strokes for varied musical works, correct bow use, rhythmic accuracy and coordination of the right and left hands.
  
• Regular practice over scales and arpeggios through etudes and exercises.
  
• Technique, rhythmic accuracy
  
• High-quality sound production
  
• A study on the nature of vibration in relation to performance intention.
  

MODALITY OF STUDY

• The curriculum provides two main modalities of action: Ensemble Classes and Individual Private Classes.
  
• Study plan and homework study of class material
  
• The best way to inspire the student, and keeping his/her attention and focus, is through a combination of instrument demonstration and related verbal explanation.
  

MUSIC HOUSE CLASSES ARE DIVIDED INTO BLOCKS OF 12 SESSIONS.

THE COURSE WILL PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING OUTCOMES OVER THE SPAN OF A YEAR-LONG ATTENDANCE:

• Assimilation of the names of the Violin/Viola parts and bows.
• Hands positions (Learning the first position)
• Written music
• Development of ear sensitivity to musical recognition
• Sound quality, intonation
• Scales and Arpeggios in basic key signatures
• Simple dynamics, strokes, and fingering mapping.
• Transitioning from string to string, a smooth connection of bow movements.
• Development of a repertoire of musical pieces and songs.

REPERTOIRE

• Etudes from A. Komarovsky, F. Wohlfart, R. Kreutzer, P. Rode, J. Dont, J.F. Mazas, F. Fiorollo.
• A. Komarovsky Scales and Arpeggios book
• Selected pieces for Beginners
• Development of ear sensitivity to musical recognition
• Violin Concertos:
  A.KOMAROVSKY VIOLIN CONCERTO NO°2. O.REIDING VIOLIN CONCERTO OP35. K.FERDINAND CONCERTINO FOR VIOLIN H.MILLIES VIOLIN CONCERTINO