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Performance Studies: Violin

Before entering college, you should have studied, and be able to demonstrate acceptable performance of, standard pedagogical material including Kayser Books I, II and III; Mazas Books I & III; Dancla Op. 74, School of Mechanism. Solo literature should include such works as the Vivaldi Concerto in A minor Op. 3, No. 6, and others of similar difficulty.

1000 Level

• Kreutzer Studies #1–15
• Appropriate solo literature such as Handel Sonatas #1 – 6, J.S. Bach Concerto in A Minor No. 1
• Scales in conjunction with musicianship studies.

2000 Level

• Kreutzer Studies #16–30
• Appropriate solo literature according to needs of student Grade V.
• Three octave scales and arpeggios.

3000 Level

• Kreutzer Studies #31–42
• Appropriate solo literature Grades V and VI
• Extensive uses of all positions

4000 Level

• Fiorillo and Done Studies
• Solo literature should include Grade VI material and major concertos, and movements from all appropriate periods.