Shamma Sabir Livres

(Violin Instruction). This visually appealing and easy to follow fiddle and violin method covers everything you need to play beginning tunes in an easy to understand, step-by-step fashion that is perfect for students, parents and teachers. This colorful resource * Beginning tunes in a graduated format with exercises and explanations that will have you playing in no time * Coverage of important concepts including posture, tone, intonation, and how to structure practice time "Shamma has done a beautiful job of combining years of teaching experience with her own mastery on the fiddle to present an effective method of instruction. This book is also well laid out and easy to follow and my own kids love the cute characters throughout its pages!" Natalie MacMaster

(Violin Instruction). Fiddle Fundamentals, the first book of the Once Upon a String series, covers beginning fiddle technique in an easy to understand, step-by-step fashion that is perfect for students, parents and teachers. This colorful resource includes: pictures illustrating how to hold the violin and bow; ready to cut out "at-a-glance" checklists for key concepts; basic theory as it applies to fiddle playing; orientation for two important scales; basic rhythmic patterns for waltzes, jigs, and reels; and more. "I love how you have explained everything simply and effectively! The artwork throughout keeps it light and fun. Nothing to be fearful of here just excited to learn the fiddle!" Natalie MacMaster