Wee Cello: World Music Preparatory to Twinkle |
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Author:
| Boyack, Crystal |
Editor:
| Boyack, Crystal |
Illustrator:
| Alexandre, Christy Boyack, Kasey |
ISBN: | 979-8-9874012-3-1 |
Publication Date: | Jan 2024 |
Publisher: | Crystal Boyack Music Studio
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $14.99 |
Book Description:
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"Wee Cello: World Music Preparatory to Twinkle" offers a joyful and unique approach to early childhood violin education. This groundbreaking curriculum is specifically designed for young children and stands out for several key reasons:1. Global Music: It introduces children to traditional music from around the world, from the stone passing song of Ghana to the hand clapping song of Mexico. This diverse selection of music provides a rich and engaging learning experience.2. Foundational...
More Description"Wee Cello: World Music Preparatory to Twinkle" offers a joyful and unique approach to early childhood violin education. This groundbreaking curriculum is specifically designed for young children and stands out for several key reasons:1. Global Music: It introduces children to traditional music from around the world, from the stone passing song of Ghana to the hand clapping song of Mexico. This diverse selection of music provides a rich and engaging learning experience.2. Foundational Technique: The curriculum focuses exclusively on building a solid foundation of violin technique. Each piece of music is carefully paired with essential violin techniques, ensuring that children develop a strong technical skill set.3. Aural Learning: Through beautiful melodies and expertly sequenced materials, children learn to play by ear effortlessly. The digital download of recordings offers nearly 100 expertly recorded tracks for listening and practice.4. Graded Repertoire: Wee Violin provides a well-organized collection of music that guides children from their first lesson to advanced level 1 repertoire, allowing for natural progression in their learning journey.5. Visual Aids: Over 30 hand-drawn illustrations depict children's hands and bodies demonstrating early techniques and exercises, making it easier for young learners to understand and practice.At the end of this curriculum, children will be well-prepared to play "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star," a popular piece found in many level 1 collections."Wee Cello" is not just a curriculum for young cellists but a musical journey filled with songs that resonate with children and techniques that educators appreciate.