Sassmanshaus: Early Start on the Viola, Volume 3

Elementary duets. Dances and other pieces in various keys.

The leading German viola method now available in English.

The main focus of Volume 3 lies on duet playing in different metres and keys. The variety of the selected recital pieces is designed to encourage fun in music-making and to develop a feeling for contrasting musical styles.

Preface

The Half Step Is Between The Second And Third Fingers

Ornaments

The Half Step Is Between The First And Second Fingers

The Second Finger Changes Between Low And High Positions

The Half Step Is Between The Third And Fourth Fingers

The Third Finger Changes Between Low And High Positions

The First Finger Is Low

The First Finger Changes Between Low And High Positions

Finger Patterns, Old And New

The Fourth Finger Is In Low Position

The Fourth Finger Changes Between Low And High Positions

Triplets

Duets In Various Keys With Changing Finger Patterns

Major And Minor Scales

Helpful Hints For Violinists