STRINGS

SOUND DEVELOPMENTWarm-up Exercises for Tone and Technique

INTERMEDIATE STRING ORCHESTRA

Bob PHILLIPS | Kirk MOSS

TEACHER PREVIEW GUIDE

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SOUND DEVELOPMENTWarm-up Exercises for Tone and Technique

INTERMEDIATE STRING ORCHESTRA

Sound Innovations: Sound Development emphasizes playing with a characteristic beautiful sound. The components of producing this sound are broken into four levels, consistent with the revolutionary Sound Innovations structure: (1) Sound Tone, (2) Sound Bowings, (3) Sound Shifting, and (4) Sound Scales, Arpeggios, Chorales, and Rhythms. The levels can be used in the order that is best for your students, as individual warm-ups or as structured units. Your students will learn the proper use of the bow with the variables of tone, the next group of bowings needed for intermediate repertoire, and how to shift and play with vibrato. These skills will be reinforced with comprehensive scales, arpeggios, sight-reading materials, rhythm exercises, and warm-up chorales.

Features Technical development in a clear,

concise yet thorough manner

Skills defined and sequenced into learning routines

The Sound Innovations revolutionary clear and uncluttered page layout

Focus on improving sound with Bow Lanes, Bow Weight, Bow Speed, Shifting, and Vibrato

Two warm-up chorales that can be performed by the entire orchestra or with flexible instrumentation

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Supplemental Master Class video clips demonstrating skills

from the book are available at alfred.com/soundinnovations

GREAT FOR CLASSROOM OR PRIVATE STUDIO USE!

Sound Innovations: Sound Development can be successfully integrated into a heterogeneous or homogeneous

instrument setting for an equally valuable resource for the classroom teacher or used

in private lessons by a studio teacher.

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Level 1: Sound ToneMore than just scales and arpeggios, this method builds sequences upon some of the most important variables of sound: bowing lanes, bow weight, and bow speed. This level contains a sequential development of the skills that affect tone production, with easy-to-teach-and-play warm-up exercises. The most comprehensive presentation of how to develop an excellent tone in young players, this level provides plenty of practice opportunities.

Bowing Lanes Bow Weight Bow Speed Bow Division Repertoire for

Practice

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Level 2: Sound BowingsA performer’s right-hand technique is often called the string player’s voice. This level will help your students develop a sound-driven technique, focusing on right-hand skills. Complete pedagogical sequences of the right-hand skills are presented as self-contained units with careful attention to detail. Develop your students’ right-hand finger flexibility and hear the difference on every bow change. Refine hooked bowings, articulate martelé and spiccato, among other techniques, with a comprehensive presentation of bowing (attack strokes). Level 2 can be taught sequentially or as repertoire requires.

Detaché Tremolo Staccato Staccato

Hooks Legato

Hooks

Martelé Collé Spiccato Chop Repertoire

for Practice

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Level 3: Sound ShiftingShifting techniques are introduced through harmonics, and positions are thoroughly presented using finger patterns. This level contains an extremely thorough unison presentation of 3rd position for violins and violas, 3rd and 4th positions for cellos, 3rd, 4th and 5th positions for basses. It also provides a solid introduction to 2nd and 4th positions for all instruments. Clearly notated transport/guide fingers and finger-pattern logic allow students to have a structured understanding of shifting and 5th position for violins. The fingering chart is strategically placed in this section for visual reference.

Finger Pattern Logic Natural Harmonics Transport/Guide Notes Clearly Marked Fingerings

Shifting Exercises Repertoire for Practice More Vibrato Fingering Chart

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Level 4: Scales, Arpeggios, Chorales, and RhythmsContinuing the development of the sight-reading system used in Sound Innovations for String Orchestra Books 1 and 2, scales, arpeggios, and broken thirds are presented in all keys up through three sharps and down through three flats. The innovative format is flexible and easy-to-teach, allowing each section or player to play one or two octaves while the ensemble either plays the same or different octaves. Harmonized string orchestra and drone accompaniment lines are provided. Each exercise or accompaniment has clearly marked rehearsal letters to save valuable class time and avoid confusion. This section includes rhythm exercises in a variety of meters, with additional reproducible rhythm pages in the Teacher’s Score.

2 Octave Scales and Arpeggios Major and Minor Keys Key Signatures through

3 Sharps and 3 Flats Broken Thirds

Bowing Variations Harmonized and

Drone Accompaniments Finger-Action Exercises Four-Part Chorales

Sight-Reading Training Counting Rhythms Two sets of fingerings

for every scale

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Clean, clear page layoutsPages have been left uncluttered to allow students to easily identify and focus on important concepts.

We made it simple.

We made it innovative.

Bob Phillips • Peter Boonshaft • Robert Sheldon

Sound Innovations for String Orchestra™ is a revolutionary new method that combines time-tested educational concepts, input from thousands of teachers, and advances in modern technology. Using solid pedagogy that follows state and national music education standards, the method can be customized to use your own experiences in creating the best approach for your classroom. Sound Innovations is available in two versions: Standard Edition and the customizable Director’s Choice Edition.

Standard Edition, Book 1

Director’s Choice Edition, Book 1

GoalsEvery exercise includes a brief statement identifying what the student should learn.

Note IntroductionEach new note is introduced with a diagram of the fingering position, eliminating the need to reference a separate page. New notes include an introductory exercise followed by a reinforcement exercise. Notes are introduced in a logical order with many opportunities for the student to implement and practice them.

CountingAll rhythms introduced include subdivided counting and a reinforcement exercise. Graphics are used to explain the concept of silence, which makes it easier for students to understand.

SI for STRINGS BOOK 1

Instrument-specific Master Classes on DVD included with every student book

Instrument-specific recorded accompaniments in MP3 format are included for every line of music in the book

Correlated performance music series that offers educational packs with notes on the composition and pedagogy, reproducible activities, and performance suggestions from the composer

Sound pedagogy written to comply with state and national music education standards

Content organized in six short levels to provide benchmarks and intermediate goals

Uncomplicated approach to introducing and reinforcing concepts

Teacher’s Score includes a comprehensive library of all instrument-specific recorded accompaniments and DVDs

Books 1 and 2 are available in SmartMusic, with FREE access to the first 100 lines of music in Book 1

DVDDVD references throughout the book teach beginning and more advanced techniques

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See clips of Book 1 & 2 DVDs at

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BOOK 1 SI for STRINGS

You make it yours.As a string teacher, there are many methods available to you. What if you could easily keep what you like about your method and replace those things you don’t?

Now you can with the Director’s Choice Edition of Sound Innovations.

STEP 8 PREVIEW, AND ORDERYou can customize and save as many methods as you like. Preview and print a full violin book. After you have placed your order, you can print the first level of each student book and the first 50 pages of the score. Books are delivered within 10 business days of ordering.

Payment Options:

1) Credit Card 2) Purchase Order 3) Parents Pay Online for Individual Books

Technique and Rhythm History Theory/Composition/

Improvisation Ensembles

(including Pop) Assessment

Repertoire Scales Finger Twisters Manuscript Paper Practice Record Duet Parts

Enrichment pages include:

STEP 7 ADD ENRICHMENT PAGESDirector’s Choice allows you to add enrichment pages after any/all of the levels in the book.

STEP 1 ALFRED.COM/SOUNDINNOVATIONSVisit alfred.com/soundinnovations, click on the string icon, and create an account.

STEP 2 COVERPersonalize the cover of your method.

STEP 3 SELECT YOUR PEDAGOGY Beginning technique (arco or pizzicato) Pitch direction (ascending or descending) Starting note value

(quarter notes or quarter notes & eighth notes)

STEP 4 NOTE NAMES IN NOTE HEADSChoose to show note names in note heads for up to the first 6 pages, or leave them out altogether.

STEP 5 INTRODUCTORY PAGEPersonalize the introductory page.

STEP 6 MANAGE YOUR TUNES

Replace individual tunes or select a genre such as:African-American • Alternative Styles • American Folk/Patriotic • Australian • Canadian • Christian • Classical • Jewish • Latino • Movies/TV/Broadway • Pop/Rock • Texas • World Music • and more!

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SI for STRINGS BOOK 2

Book 2 continues your students’ musical journey by teaching with a segmented presentation of new concepts and introducing ensemble playing. Isolating concepts and teaching them individually helps facilitate understanding of the more advanced material.

LEVEL 2 SOUND KEYS AND RHYTHMSLevel 2 is divided into four sections that feature the keys containing sharps, the keys containing flats, duple rhythms, and triple rhythms. By isolating the introduction of these very different concepts, students learn the necessary skills with less distraction.

LEVEL 1 SOUND REVIEWThis level is a complete review of the concepts in Book 1 using tunes as reinforcement.

Triple rhythms

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• time

Flat keys• F major• B b major• D minor• G minor• A minor

Standard Edition, Book 2Standard Edition Book 2

Duple rhythms

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• • Syncopation

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Sharp keys• A major• D major• E minor• B minor• A minor

MP3 CD—The MP3 CD demonstrates every line of music in the book, with a different instrument performing the melody for each line. The tuning notes and solo performance piece are instrument-specific. Students will learn blending and balancing as they play along with other instruments in the orchestra. A play-along accompaniment track allows for additional practice. The disc also includes the SI Player with Tempo Change Technology.

Master Class DVD—Guided by co-author Bob Phillips, the DVD included with each student book will feature individual instrument and ensemble-specific lessons demonstrated by a string ensemble. Filmed in high definition, these Master Classes are presented by professional musicians and serve as private lessons that teach students the fundamentals of ensemble playing.

LEVEL 3 SOUND TECHNIQUESThis level is divided into seven sections that teach more advanced performance techniques with plenty of exercise pages to reinforce them.

Tone• Placement & weight• Speed

Separated Bow Strokes• Detaché• Staccato• Martelé• Spiccato• Tremolo

Harmonics Introduction to Shifting Introduction to Vibrato Sight-Reading Swing Rhythms Major & Minor Scales & Arpeggios

LEVEL 4 SOUND PERFORMANCEThe last section provides performance repertoire and contains pages that you may want to use throughout the year to assist in presenting and reinforcing concepts. Includes solos, duets, trios, and orchestra arrangements.

Repertoire:• Mixing sharp keys

& duple rhythms• Mixing flat keys

& duple rhythms• Mixing sharp keys

& triple rhythms

Duet with Sound Ensemble Tips

Trio String Orchestra Arrangement

Solo Glossary Fingering Chart

• Mixing flat keys & triple rhythms

• Mixing meters & mixing keys

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Standard Edition, Book 1

SI for GUITAR BOOK 1

FEATURES Focus on real-world guitar skills Musically satisfying lessons focus on

core guitar skills like strumming and fingerpicking chords, playing pivotal rock and blues riffs, improvising, reading music, and applying music theory

Students simultaneously learn rhythm and melody parts while performing in groups and ensembles

Innovative pedagogy develops proper technique for both hands, and allows students to play chords and perform essential guitar parts early on

Clear, focused goals and benchmarks organized into six levels

Clean page layout for quick identification of concepts

Video lessons on DVD explain and demonstrate all concepts and techniques

MP3 recordings demonstrate every example and song in the book with play-along accompaniments, and specialized instructional tracks feature concise explanations and demonstrations of all new concepts and techniques 

SI Player software allows tracks to be slowed down and sections looped for continuous practice

RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS

Teacher Edition contains lesson plans and suggestions for expansion and assessment

MP3 and DVD demonstrations and explanations provide key examples and information for both teacher and student

Online community with direct access to authors for support and collaboration

Additional reinforcement pages, supplementary materials, assessments, and much more available online

Aaron Stang • Bill Purse

Sound Innovations for Guitar™ is a revolutionary new method that utilizes solid pedagogy and modern technology to provide students and teachers with the skills needed to play modern guitar—with a focus on real-world guitar skills. The method follows state and national music education standards and was built with feedback from guitar teachers across the country.

IDEAL FOR ALL MUSIC TEACHERS!

Easy-to-follow format allows teachers with little to no guitar experience to successfully use

the method in their classrooms

NEW!

Director’s Choice Edition, Book 1

SI Ensemble Development

Robert Sheldon • Peter Boonshaft • Dave Black • Bob Phillips

Sound Innovations for Concert Band™ features the revolutionary clear format, divided into six levels.

Percussion books contain comprehensive exercises, with a focus on accessory instruments. Book 1 can be customized with the Director’s Choice Edition.

Peter Boonshaft • Chris Bernotas

Sound Innovations: Ensemble Development features more than 400 technique-building exercises, including

more than 70 chorales by some of today's most renowned concert band composers.

SI for BAND ENSEMBLE DEVELOPMENTSI for BAND BOOK 1 SI for BAND BOOK 2

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DStandard Edition, Book 1

Standard Edition, Book 2

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Interested in adopting Sound Innovations for your district?

BOB PHILLIPSPedagogue, composer, teacher trainer and lead author of SI for String Orchestra, Phillips is renowned as a leader in string education. During his 27 years teaching strings and winds in Michigan, Phillips built a thriving orchestra program that was a national model of excellence. A recognized expert in the use of large-group pedagogy, he has presented clinics throughout the nation and around the world. Phillips has authored over 50 books for use in the string classroom including the ground-breaking Philharmonic series and has had over 75 works published for student ensembles. His conducting résumé includes professional, all-state, and youth orchestras, and he currently serves as Director of String Publications for Alfred and President-Elect of the American String Teachers Association.

DR. KIRK D. MOSSA recognized leader, Dr. Kirk D. Moss holds an appointment as an Associate Professor of Music and Chair of the Music Education Department at the Lawrence University Conservatory of Music in Appleton, WI. He also serves as President of the American String Teachers Association (2010-2012). Dr. Moss has appeared as a guest conductor, clinician, or adjudicator in more than thirty states. The University of Florida School of Music awarded him an Alumni Outstanding Achievement Award, and he has received four ASTA National Citation for Leadership & Merit awards. With 12 years of experience teaching elementary, middle, and high school orchestras, school orchestras under his direction earned distinction at state, national, and international events. One of his former high schools honors him by annually awarding a college string scholarship in his name.

The SI for Strings authors: Bob Phillips and Kirk Moss

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