Name: Hey Presto! for Violin Book 3 Gold - The Music Realm
SKU: HP1049
Price: 8.00 GBP
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Composer: Georgia Vale

Publisher: Hey Presto Strings

Georgia Vale has always aspired to be a musician—even before she started playing the piano at the age of five. Later in life, the famous Yossi Zivoni described her as a “born violinist.” She studied at the Junior Royal Northern College of Music with Rudolf Botta, then Wells Cathedral School, Guildhall School of Music & Drama and the Utrecht School of the Arts, where her teachers included Yfrah Neaman, Jack Glickman and Keiko Wataya. She also had some private lessons with Simon Fischer. Georgia has performed with numerous orchestras and groups. Her career includes tours with Glyndebourne Opera, two years with Phantom of the Opera in Holland, and a year with the Dutch Radio Chamber Orchestra. She has also performed for the late Queen, then Prince Charles, Neil Kinnock, and others. Georgia plays violins and violas crafted by her father, Robert Vale, who passed away in 1996. In 1998, for health reasons, she took a break from music and earned a degree in Chinese from Oxford University. A few years later, in 2003, she returned to music by teaching violin, viola, piano, and theory, as well as running ensembles such as Bromsgrove Amateur Strings. With fresh eyes, and the experience that comes from being an examiner for the ABRSM, she began writing materials for her pupils giving rise to the Hey Presto! Series which was followed several years later by Top Ten. She has loved writing these series and particularly enjoys creating the audio tracks for the tutor books, as well as arranging music for various combinations of instruments. Georgia’s publications are those of an experienced, passionate educationalist. On her website she writes with regard to her “Hey Presto!” books that “, when I began teaching again I couldn’t find any violin tutor books that worked for me, so I started to create my own books the way I would have liked them as a child – with an appealing presentation and basic explanations, but also pieces of music that I would have enjoyed playing. Immediately, my pupils loved the colour and illustrations and were engaged by the characters and little details like the bow bugs. The short explanations and note charts gave them the confidence to work things out for themselves – and best of all they began to be emotionally engaged by the music.”. Other interests include gadgets, languages (she holds a degree in Chinese and has a working knowledge of several other languages), and dogs (she is the proud owner of a gorgeous border collie named Bonnie). She also enjoys walks in the Shropshire hills where she now lives, jigsaw puzzles, the colour turquoise, and dark chocolate.

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Description

Book 3 (Gold) in the Hey Presto tutor series for violin. Beginning with an in-depth explanation of how sharps work on the violin – and later, flats – …this book introduces the violin student to new finger positions, keys, scales and arpeggios and 3rd position.
This books continues in full-colour with all of the features characterising this series – engaging music, amusing characters, illustrations, and clear, concise explanations. Book 3 goes up to approximately ABRSM Grade 4 standard. This is a vibrant, high-quality tutor book, packed with engaging pieces, colourful illustrations and clear instructions. Designed to build on the skills learned in Books 1 & 2, the Gold book is ideal for students who’ve completed the Silver book or are ready to explore new keys and positions. Containing a huge 50 pages and in full colour, this third book in the series begins with an in-depth explanation of how sharps work on the violin – and later, flats. Violin students are then introduced to new finger positions, keys, scales and arpeggios as well as 3rd position. As in previous books, the characters Presto, Bravo and Poco add an element of humour as well as helping to explain things and everything is introduced using a wide variety of music and exercises. Each lesson is clearly laid out, with note charts, illustrations and quizzes at the top of the page, making it easy for the student to follow at home or in lessons and motivating them to explore new challenges on their own. The tutor is ideal for all ages, giving plenty of challenges as well as encouragement all of the way! Features: Charming characters – Meet Presto, Bravo, and Poco, who guide you with fun and encouragement.
Delightful illustrations – Pictures engage the imagination and keep you motivated.
Helpful note charts – Clear, easy-to-read diagrams support note-reading and finger placement.
“Be a Composer” sections – Spark creativity with opportunities to write your own music.
Progress certificates – Celebrate the completion of each book with a certificate.
Quizzes & glossary – Mini quizzes and a “What it all means” page help to make sense of things.
Audio tracks – Outstanding backing tracks make it enjoyable as you gain in confidence, skill and expressiveness!
Play with viola players too – Many pieces can be played with viola players using Hey Presto! for Viola, Book 3 Gold (marked in the viola book)! Whether you’re learning/teaching in person or online, Hey Presto! gives you the tools to continue your progress in a smooth and rewarding way – the perfect resource for violin students, teachers and parents alike! Book 3 takes the student to approximately ABRSM Grade 4 standard.