Resources and Links
Printable Materials
 Basic Finger Chart Cello |
Basic Finger Chart Violin |
Weekly Practice Chart |
 Scales for Cello |
Gumballs Practice Chart |
Practice Help
http://www.practicespot.com/freetools.phtmlBlank Sheet Music
http://www.blanksheetmusic.net/MMG supplies
http://www.musicmindgames.com/quick_shop.htmlRecommended Reading
Teaching from the Balance Point by Edward Kreitman
This invaluable resource for students and teachers is clearly and expertly written. The book is my top choice for those interested in learning more about either the Suzuki method or violin study.
Helping Parents Practice: Ideas for Making it Easier by Edmund Sprunger
Written by a child psychotherapist and Suzuki violin teacher. An in-depth guide to practicing with young children.
How to Get Your Child to Practice . . Without Resorting to Violence by Cynthia Richards
A light-hearted and informative book.
Nurtured by Love: The Classic Approach to Talent Education by Shinichi Suzuki
Dr. Suzuki explains the philosophy and principles of his teaching method.
Practicing for Artistic Success by Burton Kaplan
A book directed toward adult musicians that clearly lays out effective strategies for successful practice and performance.
Local Violin Shops
Prodigy Instruments - for rentals, strings, rosin, accessories
http://prodigyinstruments.com/
Brobst Violin Shop - for instrument repair, rentals, and supplies
http://www.brobstviolins.com/welcome.htm
Potter Violin Shop - for instrument repair, rentals, and supplies
http://www.pottersviolins.com/index.php
Music and Arts - for basic supplies, sheet music, and rentals
http://www.musicarts.com/
Online Music Stores
Recommended for purchases of materials, books, tuners, cds
http://prodigyinstruments.com/http://sharmusic.com/
http://wwbw.com/
http://concordmusic.com/
Music History
Excellent starting point for those interested in a background of composers and pieces.
http://essentialsofmusic.com/
Music Theory
Wealth of information on beginning music theory.
http://musictheory.net/