The Really Easy Violin Book: Violin & Piano Book

These pieces strike a genuine balance between simplicity and musicality. The progressive arrangement means students experience real advancement within a single book, building confidence at each stage while the piano accompaniments transform modest melodic lines into complete musical statements rather than exercises.

Fresh and approachable. Each piece opens up a small musical world rather than feeling like a technical drill, giving students genuine moments of musicmaking even as they're still building foundational skills.

Beginning violin students who have moved past the very first notes and are ready for actual musical content. Teachers seeking repertoire that keeps young players engaged without requiring advanced technique.

• Listen to the piano part during rehearsal. A student who hears how their melody sits within the full texture will play with better awareness of phrasing and balance.
• Work through the pieces in order. The progression builds fundamentals systematically, so skipping ahead can leave technical gaps.
• Have the pianist play through the accompaniments in advance. They'll shape the musical context that supports the violin line.
• Encourage students to sing their parts first. This strengthens melodic memory and helps them hear the music before technical demands get in the way.

Use this as the core repertoire for a first or second-year string class. The pieces work beautifully for solo recitals, studio demonstrations, or informal performances where the focus is on musical growth rather than virtuosity.

• Reading standard notation across the full staff
• Sustaining tone while navigating simple melodic contours
• Responding to piano accompaniment and maintaining ensemble balance
• Phrasing with basic bow control
• Building rhythmic security in foundational patterns