A camp is intermediate to advanced levels books iiiiv in the o connor method, b camp is beginning levels books iii in the o connor method. Carefully adapted for the unique technical demands for the violist and cellist, the o connor method continues on the path toward allowing each student to thoroughly prepare themselves for the dynamic world of string performance and fall in love with playing. But more than that, the oconnor method uses familiar traditional american music to engage and motivate the young student. The oconnor violin method employs classic violin technique and theory to teach students to become skilled violinists. Oconnor method books i, ii, iii and additional materials are available exclusively. Oconnor moc available at johnson string instrument, new englands largest and most complete violin shop. My son actually enjoys the oconnor songs more than the suzuki songs and when hes happy, im happy. From a teaching perspective, the o connor method book does not teach basic violin technique quite as smoothly as the suzuki books. Volumes 310 are in the works, as are volumes for viola, cello, double bass and string orchestra. Oconnor violin method, book 3 with online audio access. Carefully adapted for the unique technical demands for the violist and cellist, the o connor method continues on the path toward allowing each. The goal of the oconnor method is that young people everywhere will fall in love with playing music. Official website of the oconnor method, a new american school of string playing.
A new american school of string playing the oconnor method for violin, viola, cello and orchestra. The oconnor method for violin, viola, cello and orchestra. Guida per lo studio elementare e progressivo della viola. For more information on the o connor method for violin, viola, cello and orchestra, please visit. Mark o connor moc available at johnson string instrument, new englands largest and most complete violin shop. As the exclusive distributor for the groundbreaking and bestselling oconnor method, we are excited about this development. Perfect allinone book for gigs wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions. While utilizing classic methods of violin technique and theory, the mark o connor violin method boldly adds uniquely american elements such as jazz, latin, rock, folk, ragtime and improvisation.
O connor violin method, book 3 with online audio access. Viola book 0 auditive phase prepare yourself for the. Methods, for viola, scores featuring the viola, for 1 player, for viola, piano. Its very basic for beginners, and my violin teacher said she found the quality between the o connor teaching method, quite on par with the suzuki method, so i just went with this book. Piano accompaniment books for volumes 1 and 2 also available now. Mark oconnor fans a debate about the suzuki method the new. Mark oconnor greater new york city area professional. O connor moc available at johnson string instrument, new englands largest and most complete violin shop. Viola method string solo all for strings comprehensive string method bk. Oconnor violin method discussion suzuki association of. This is an original tune by mark oconnor with the arrangement found in book one. Jan 08, 2015 mark o connor co director at o connor method camp new york city. This is a song that shows a lot of feelings, and a memorable quality.
The suzuki method is vastly popular, selling some half a million books a year, according to its publisher. When i heard that mark oconnor had developed a string method i was keenly interested. The result is that you play freely on the viola with a relaxed technique, beautiful tone, creativity and musicality. This is a beginning viola course that is available with your sessions academy membership. I actually wouldnt even point this out except for the fact that there is a forward at the beginning of the book explaining that its designed with teaching violin technique in mind. If you teach viola or cello, discover why the o connor method has taken the violin teaching world by storm. Dec 08, 2014 the suzuki method is vastly popular, selling some half a million books a year, according to its publisher. Mark oconnor fans a debate about the suzuki method the. Presented in a simple picture book form with clear explanations in a totally stepbystep manner what is covered. For violin, viola, cello bass and string orchestra, by mark oconnor. My only problem is that my students are mostly from working class immigrant families and it is a very expensive level one method book. Emilys reel violin duet mark oconnor jeremy kittel.
The oconnor songs are great fun and lighten up the practises, while reinforcing key concepts and techniques. Viola essential elements comprehensive string method 36 elementary and progressive studies. Piano solo viola muller rusch string method, book 3 51va muller rusch string method book 1 viola 52va muler rusch string method viola book 2 all for strings comprehensive string method bk. This is a traditional tune arranged for book one of. Its very basic for beginners, and my violin teacher said she found the quality between the oconnor teaching method, quite on par with the suzuki method, so i just went with this book. Oconnor is a star who has toured with the jazz violinist stephane grappelli.
The oconnor method employs classic string technique and theory to teach students to become skilled players. This is the music i play and that my students want to learn to play as well. A unique feature of this method is that through the progressive development of initially simple works, oconnor demonstrates that there is more than one way to play a piece, adding an improvisational twist not found in other methods. This eventual 10 book series for teachers and students assures success by taking an orderly and gradual approach using appealing and memorable tunes. After my teacher attended one of his string camps earlier this summer.
Feb 12, 20 mark o connor plays appalachia waltz from book i of his violin method. Included with each volume are cds with mark oconnor playing all the tunes, plus piano accompaniment tracks. The goal of the oconnor method is that young people everywhere will fall in love with playing music, and become bold, creative individuals. The lavishly illustrated books focus on well known traditional american tunes such as oh. This item is the oconnor viola method, book 1 viola part with cd.
How sandra day oconnor and ruth bader ginsburg went to the supreme court and changed the world. At least 6 months of playing experience on the instrument is recommended but not required to attend the o connor method string camp. Faded love violin duet mark oconnor tessa lark recording. Feb 12, 20 the violinist mark o connor plays fiddle boy from book ii of his violin method. Review of oconnor violin method book 1 rethinking genius. The oconnor method for violin, viola and cello as well as orchestra has seen tens of thousands of students using the solo books in private studio lessons learning how to play and furthering their talents. This is a traditional tune arranged for book one of the oconnor method. Mark oconnors violin method for teaching american music. For more information on the oconnor method for violin, viola, cello. Mark oconnor plays appalachia waltz from book i of his violin method.
Mark o connor, arguably the greatest and most famous fiddler of all time, is an american original in every way currently at the pinnacle of his remarkable career, mark has created a new american school of violin playing that promises to quickly take its place among the great works of violin pedagogy. For the piano accompaniment to this volume, please see item mo201p. O connor method orchestra book i is designed for grade school level, featuring the same sequence of tunes in solo book i. Elementi, scale, piccoli solfeggi e studi progressivi elementary and progressive exercises parte 2. So far, mark has created two violin books, with plans for eight more. Open quick view dialog for music sales a tune a day viola book 3.
Mark oconnor mark oconnor available at johnson string instrument, new englands largest and most complete. About this item if you teach viola or cello, discover why the o connor method has taken the violin teaching world by storm. This new method uses traditional music of the americas as well as original compositions by mark oconnor. I recommend that you read other sections of the studio page, particularly the teaching philosophy and practice tips pages, as these are very much a part of my teaching practices as well. The oconnor violin method, book 1 everymusicbook a beautifully sequenced approach to the violin. Home page of mark oconnor official website, an americana, bluegrass, blues, classical, composer, country, folk, jazz artist from charlotte, nc.