Starting with plucked open strings, by the end of the book the student will be playing simple bowed pieces using three fingers.

Some of the pieces can be played with viola players using Hey Presto! for Viola, Book 1 Bronze (marked in the viola book) – so beginners can play with their viola-playing friends!

With imaginative and varied pieces to engage the emotions, amusing characters, illustrations, and clear, concise explanations these books are highly enjoyable and effective and give students all of the basic information they will need.

Book 1 takes the complete beginner to approximately ABRSM Prep Test standard.

This book contains beginner to simple 3-finger pieces, plucked and bowed open strings, reading 1st and 2nd finger notes, three-finger pieces – colour-coded, ‘Concert’ pieces – solo and two-part, note charts and quizzes, ‘Be a composer’ sections, rhythm exercises, ‘What it all means’ page, and a certificate.

Containing 41 pages and in full colour, this is the first book in the series, in which you learn alongside the characters Presto, Bravo and Poco. Fundamental violin techniques and music reading are introduced through engaging pieces and exercises.

Each lesson is clearly laid out, with note charts at the top of the page, making it easy for students to follow at home or in lessons and motivating the learner to explore on their own.

The tutor is ideal for young learners but works equally well for adult beginners, who often relish the chance to indulge their inner child!

To support practice and build confidence, the book also includes online access to the fabulous play-along audio tracks for all of the pieces in the books.

As well as the basics of music – pitch, rhythm etc – these backing tracks encourage students to develop their musicality and expressiveness — and they make practice much more enjoyable!

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 – High-quality backing tracks make it enjoyable as you gain in confidence, skill and expressiveness!