Instrument Level Violin - Level 3
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General recommendations:
Speed: Slow to Allegretto
Length: 24-48 bars
Rhythm: No fast lines or repeated notes for more than a few beats; more unusual meters okay; syncopation okay; 16ths okay.
Playable Notes and Skills
- 3rd position on the 1st string.
- 1st finger in 3 finger position A, B, C# D (E string)
- Keys with up to 3 sharps or 2 flats (major and minor).
- Martele & Detache. (bow stroke, detache = legato, martele = portato)
Things to Avoid
- Bows over 6 seconds
- Slurs over 4 notes or that involve a string crossing.
- String crossing at the tip of the bow (don’t string cross after a long note).
- Double stops