Possums in the Roof - Cello Piano Accompaniment Book
Possums in the Roof - Cello Piano Accompaniment Book
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Possums In The Roof - Cello Piano Accompaniment Book 📚
20 Concert Pieces for Beginner Cello Players
"Possums in the Roof" is a delightful collection of concert pieces designed specifically for beginner cello players, with a charming Australian twist. Featuring 20 engaging pieces, this book is suitable for students ranging from Preliminary to Grade 1. Each piece introduces basic first-position finger placement and bow technique in a progressive manner, making it ideal for young learners just starting their musical journey.
What sets "Possums in the Roof" apart is its unique blend of music and storytelling. With titles like "Hannah the Goanna," "Emu Rock," and "Cane Toad Hop," the pieces are infused with Australian flair and humour, bringing the outback to life through music. Illustrated with whimsical images of pesky critters, and accompanied by lyrics that aid in rhythmic learning, these pieces are sure to capture the imagination of young musicians.
To further enhance the learning experience, the book includes audio backing tracks that provide motivation for practice and help develop musicianship. With its engaging content and educational value, "Possums in the Roof" offers a fun and effective way for beginner cello players to hone their skills while exploring the rich musical landscape of Australia.
Teaching Points:
Pieces 1 – 5
- Introduce each open string
- 4/4 time signature
- Simple crotchet/minim/quaver rhythmic patterns
- String crossing
- Up-bow lifts for elbow follow-through
- Down-bow retakes
- Basic dynamic markings
Pieces 6 – 10
- Introduce 1st finger on each string
- Tremolo, crescendo and diminuendo markings
- Slower tempos for development of longer bows and tone production
Pieces 11 – 15
- Introduce 2nd and 3rd fingers (violin and viola) or 3rd and 4th fingers (cello) on upper 2 strings
- 1st finger string jumps
- 2-note up-bow continuous slurs
- 2-note stopped slurs (preparation for hook stroke)
- Dotted minims
- Quick down-bow re-takes
- Ascending and descending 1 – 2 3 (violin and viola) or 1 – 3 4 (cello) finger patterns
Pieces 16 – 20
- Introduce 2nd and 3rd fingers (violin and viola) or 3rd and 4th fingers (cello) on lower 2 strings
- 3/4 time signature
- Left-hand pizzicato
- 3-note continuous slurs
- Staccato and marcato bow strokes
Other Books in this Series: 📚
- Possums In The Roof Violin Book/Cd
- Possums In The Roof Violin Accompaniment Book
- Possums In The Roof Viola Book/Cd
- Possums In The Roof Viola Accompaniment Book
- Possums In The Roof Cello Book/Cd
- Possums In The Roof Cello Accompaniment Book
- Possums At Sea Violin Book/Cd
- Possums At Sea Violin Accompaniment Book
- Possums At Sea Viola Book/Cd
- Possums At Sea Viola Accompaniment Book
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