6/26/2023 0 Comments Graded violin repertoire![]() 2-octave scales in double-stops (introduced).3-octave scales with 7-arpeggio sequences for chosen major and minor scales with correct fingering (introduced).Consistent accuracy in first five positions.Proficiency in skills of previous levels, including basic position, left hand and bow-arm techniques and use of correct dynamics.Double -Stops: (beginning 2018-2019): (1) Level III Double-stop etude.Must partially or fully utilize a position above first position. Barber Solos for Young Violinists Volumes 3, 4.Whistler Introducing the Positions Volume 1 and 2.Trott Melodious Double Stops Bk 1 and Bk 2.Schradieck School of Violin Technics Bk 1.Sevcik School of violin Technics, op 1, Bk 1. ![]() Use of more advanced skills- chords, trills, up-bow staccato.Musical expression- use of dynamics and clear phrasing.Proficiency in basic bow-strokes with increased flexibility Increased accuracy of intonation.Dynamics with good tone quality and musical expression.Vibrato with coordination of arm, wrist and fingers.Proficiency in first and third positions introduction of second, fourth and fifth positions.Refinement of skills from previous levels.Scales: (1) Two- octave scale in a major or minor key fully or partially in third position.Barber Solos for Young Violinists Bk.2,3.Applebaum Building Technics with Beautiful Music Bk.2.Whistler Introducing the Positions Vol.1.Schradieck School of Violin Technics Bk.1.Sevcik School of Violin Technics op.1 pt.1.More varied and complex string crossings, adding colle, martele, and longer slurs.Varied rhythmic patterns in scales, etudes and solos.Shifting technique from first position to third position.Etude: (1) One Level 1 etude or piece.Scales: (1) One or two octave scale in a major or minor key in first position.Barber Solo Pieces for Young Players Bk.Avsharian Songs for Little Players Series.Applebaum Building Technics with Beautiful Music Bk.Applebaum First Position Etudes for Strings.“First Position Scale Studies” by Cassia Harvey.Basic, full and partial bow strokes with correct placement at sounding point, straight path and direction: detaché, staccato, legato, slurs and string crossings.Use of first position with different fingering patterns.Develop basic skills for correct pitch placement.Establish note-reading, including correct pitches and rhythms.Establish correct posture, physical coordination, encouraging flexibility of the hands.Download a copy of the complete curriculum here. Due to a combination of natural ability and past instruction, a student may show ease with certain skills and be challenged by others. Of course, ECMS students are each unique, artists. This table is a theoretical model of the learning path through each level of study. Our faculty are encouraged to create their own teaching personalities while working within the suggested general guidelines. Elementary school- aged students, who reach advanced levels may be counseled to play an exam until they are of appropriate age for the jury setting. Juries are considered more beneficial and appropriate for students, who are not younger than school grade 7. This particularly true when a student has attained the transitional stage of levels 3.5, 3.75 or 4.0 (awarded during the previous school year). The decision of whether to play a jury or exam at any age/level, shall be made at the discretion of the teacher, in consultation with the student and parents. Students, who are in ECMS levels 4-6 (advanced level), play 15-minute juries with piano accompaniment for a panel of faculty. Students, who are in ECMS levels 0-3:5 (beginning and intermediate level) play 10-minute exams for one faculty member, who is not their usual teacher. Exams and juries to evaluate student progress.Building basic repertoire to hone musical skills.Methods and Studies, to focus on specific technique.Scales for intonation, sound production and bow control.Standards and requirements, therefore establishing a strong foundation.The program is divided into six levels and includes: ![]() Instruction is provided in the private studio setting. The purpose of the ECMS Violin Curriculum is to provide a systematic pedagogy for students.
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