Teaching Points

  • Consolidates close 2nd and 3rd fingers (high 2) on all strings
  • Introduction of 4th finger
  • Continuous string crossing action
  • Up-bow staccato
  • 1st finger hop between strings
  • Contrasting dynamics
  • Mixed articulation, slurs and bow strokes
  • Tempo changes
  • Close 1st and 2nd fingers (low 2) on all strings
  • Chain slurs
  • Quick down-bow retakes
  • Simple open string double stops
  • Combinations of high and low 2nd finger patterns in D major/B minor
  • Hook stroke
  • Greater variety of bowings and articulation
  • Fingered double stops
  • 6/8 time signature
  • Combinations of high & low 2nd finger patterns in G major/ A minor
  • Introduction of low 1st finger on all strings
  • Dotted crotchet/quaver rhythmic patterns
  • Zigzag bow stroke
  • Extended double stop sections
  • Close 3rd and 4th fingers (high 3) on all strings
  • Trills
  • Extended duration of pieces to build stamina and concentration
  • Consolidation of technical skills acquired in previous chapters

  • The Navigation Charts provide scales and arpeggios to support the teaching points in each chapter.
  • The Dorian Mode on G is included as a simple introduction to the minor scale.
  • The Dominant 7th arpeggios assist the student in correct finger placement of the 2nd finger in the mixed high and low patterns.
  • Chromatic scales are given only in ascending form to avoid the complexity of enharmonic notation at this early stage.