Made in Mirecourt, France, Aubert Lutherie cellos are of the highest quality. These cellos have a powerful yet rich warm sound which only "grow in beauty" while growing old. This model is a result of many years of work and research from the Aubert Luthiers. They are made from only the best wood selection. The precision of the modelling thicknesses, as well as the properties of the varnish result in sound qualities that impress professional musicians around the world.

(What a) Wonderful World - Beginning String Orchestra, by Cooke, Alpert and Adler arranged by Douglas E. Wagner

Grade 2.5

The original Sam Cooke recording of (What a) Wonderful World, released on his first album in 1959, defined late '50s to early '60s pop culture.  Artists such as Herman's Hermits and Otis Redding subsequently covered the song in 1965, as did various singers and bands up to the present-day.  It has also been used in several movie soundtracks. 

Ten Violin Solos from the Masters - Violin, Piano Accompaniment and 2 Accompaniment CDs, edited by Nelson

Baroque, Classical, and Romantic violin solos suitable for the intermediate student violinist. The two enhanced CDs include performances and accompaniments of each piece and can also be used in computers to adjust the tempo.

Fourteen Pieces for Cello and Piano - Cello and Piano Accompaniment, edited by Julian Lloyd Webber

Cellists will love this new collection by Julian Lloyd Webber because it includes much that is new alongside well-loved pieces.  Julian's sense of style and careful editing will ensure that this is music that is played and enjoyed for years to come.

Thirty Concert Pieces - Cello Solos (Piano Accompaniment Available separately), by Stephen Chin

A selection of carefully graded pieces in a range of musical styles for beginner players

Fifty Tunes for Fiddle Volume 1 - Violin and 3 CDs, by Mark Geslison

Traditional, Old Time, Bluegrass & Celtic Solos

A Playful Polka - Strictly Strings Orchestra Series, by Siennicki

Grade 2

Always lively and often loud dance music, a polka is truly fun for students to play! Though this setting is perfect for a concert, the boisterous feel of an evening of dancing remains! Correlates with Strictly Strings Book 2, Page 26.