Author Description
Solo Time for Violin is a three-volume series of concert pieces for the intermediate to more advanced violinist. Featuring arrangements and original pieces by the authors of the award-winning Fiddle Time series, these graded collections provide sophisticated repertoire from the Baroque to the modern age and introduce styles and techniques for the developing performer.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This volume serves as a pedagogical resource designed to bridge the gap between intermediate and advanced violin performance through a curated selection of concert repertoire. The authors, David and Kathy Blackwell, leverage their extensive experience in music education to provide a structured progression of pieces that challenge the developing violinist. By integrating diverse musical eras and technical requirements, the text aims to refine the performer's stylistic versatility and technical proficiency.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A collection of graded concert pieces for violin and piano accompaniment
- Original compositions and arrangements spanning the Baroque to modern periods
- An accompanying CD featuring performance tracks and backing tracks for practice
- Technical exercises embedded within the repertoire to address specific performance challenges
Scope Limits
- Does not provide foundational beginner-level instruction or basic music theory
- Focuses on concert performance rather than orchestral audition preparation
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators and violin instructors frequently cite this series as a reliable standard for students transitioning into advanced repertoire. The inclusion of high-quality audio resources is consistently noted as a significant benefit for independent practice and stylistic development.
Page Count:
72
Publication Date:
2015-02-12
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0193404788
ISBN-13:
9780193404786
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