Detail 01
Level 1A
Entry point of the series. Assumes the student is at the very start, holding the instrument and reading first notes.
Product detailSKU #1273887986132
AlfredSuzuki Step by Step 1A: An Introduction to Successful Practice for Violin Book
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A beginner violin book focused on how to practice rather than on repertoire. For young students and the parent or teacher guiding daily practice.
Strong match
Who this is for
- First-year violin students building a daily practice habit
- Parents sitting in on Suzuki-style home practice sessions
- Teachers who want practice structure in the student's hands
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players past the first book who already practice independently
- Anyone wanting a songbook — this teaches practice, not repertoire
- Self-teaching adults expecting audio or video demonstration
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Violin-specific
Bowing, posture and left-hand guidance are written for violin. A cellist or violist needs their own edition.
Detail 03
Book only
No CD or audio. Anything a student needs to hear has to come from the teacher or another source.
Detail 04
Practice guide, not method book
It supplements whatever repertoire the student is already assigned rather than supplying the pieces themselves.
Detail 05
Paperback under $20
Cheap enough to mark up, and cheap to replace when a young student wears the cover through.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01You still need a separate repertoire book — this covers practice technique
- 02No audio included; a teacher or recording is assumed
- 03Confirm your teacher wants 1A and not a later level
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this a book of songs to play?
No. It's about how to practice — structuring sessions, repetition, working through problem spots. The pieces themselves come from whatever repertoire book your teacher assigns.
02Does it come with a CD?
No. This is the book alone. Audio has to come from your teacher or a separate recording.
03Can a cello or viola student use it?
Not well. The guidance is written for violin, including bow hold and left-hand position. Look for the edition matching your instrument.
04What age is this aimed at?
Beginners at the earliest stage, typically young students working with a teacher and a practicing parent. An adult beginner can use it too, but expect a child-facing tone.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
