The following books are recommended to students and used on a weekly basis. Students will be instructed from these books, and they are an important part of the curriculum and practice.
O’Connor Violin Method: Violin Book I & CD
Mark O’Connor, arguably the greatest and most famous fiddler of all time, is an American original in every way. Currently at the pinnacle of his remarkable career, Mark has created a new American School of Violin Playing that promises to quickly take its place among the great works of violin pedagogy.
O’Connor Violin Method: Violin Book II and cd
The O'Connor Violin Method employs classic violin technique and theory to teach students to become skilled violinists. But more than that, the O'Connor Violin Method uses familiar traditional American music to engage and motivate the young student.
O’Connor Violin Method: Violin Book III & cd
Continuing the theme that the American Music System includes the music of our immediate neighbors to the South and North, the well-known Mexican tunes Over the Waves” and Jessie Polka” as well as the popular Canadian tune Rippling Water Jig” are featured.
O’Connor Cello Method: Cello Book I & cd
The O'Connor Method continues on the path toward allowing each student to thoroughly prepare themselves for the dynamic world of string performance AND fall in love with playing!
Fiddle Time Scales I, Kathy and David Blackwell
Pieces, Puzzles, Scales and Arpeggios for Violin - Oxford University Press Publication
Fiddle Time Scales 2, Kathy and David Blackwell
Pieces, Puzzles, Scales and Arpeggios for Violin - Oxford University Press Publication
Instrument rentals
The Violin Shop, 12192 Beach Blvd Ste 13, Jacksonville, FL 32246 | (904) 564-9002
RESOURCES FOR SUPPLIES
Violin Strings, shoulder rests, rosin, etc. www.sharmusic.com or www.southweststrings.com
Violin Bow Repair
(Palm Coast) – Phil Pearson 386-445-1288
Violin Repair
(St. Augustine) – Scott Sweet 904-315-6491
FiddleQuest
More on this great resource coming soon!
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