Fiddle Time – Level 1
Explore the perfect set of resources for all beginner violinists
Starters, Joggers, Theory and Stickers – plus lots of extras on the Free Resources pages and OUP website.
Fiddle Time Starters with audio
A beginner book for violin
The perfect book for every beginner violinist. 70 tunes, quizzes, games, songs, and listening activities take students from the very first lessons to approximately ABRSM Initial Grade. Fully compatible with Viola and Cello Time Starters, and suitable for individual and mixed group lessons.
‘the book encourages a relaxed physical and mental attitude to playing and reading music … a boon for all string teachers.’
Starters Teacher’s Handbook with audio
Accompaniments and teacher’s notes to Fiddle, Viola, and Cello Time Starters
Piano and string accompaniments, plus teaching tips, warm-ups, photocopiable pages, and additional material.
Fiddle Time Joggers, 3rd edition with audio
A first book of very easy pieces for violin
Best seller! This hugely popular collection of 47 tunes provides exciting repertoire for players up to ABRSM Grade 1 level. The ideal book for use alongside and after Fiddle Time Starters. The audio tracks (play-along and backing) are available on major streaming platforms or to download from OUP’s companion website.
‘a lovely book full of wonderful little pieces’
Fiddle Time Joggers Piano Accompaniment Book
Imaginative piano accompaniments for all the pieces in Fiddle Time Joggers, 3rd edition, including accompaniments for the duets.
Fiddle Time Joggers Violin Accompaniment Book
Stylish violin accompaniments, for all the pieces in Fiddle Time Joggers, 3rd edition, suitable for a teacher, musical parent or more advanced student. Includes the duets from the pupil’s book.
Violin Star Theory
An activity book for young violinists
‘Fantastic book, well laid out, great content, and my students love it!’
A fun and imaginative activity book for all beginner violinists, covering all essential first symbols and concepts. With pieces to play and sing, exercises and games, it links to practical music-making, putting theory in context and building aural awareness. Quizzes and puzzles test understanding, and the book is completed with colourful illustrations and stickers. Peek inside with this fun video!
Fiddle Time Stickers
Pack of 6 sheets of fun violin stickers – ideal for motivating pupils!
