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D-position Book I
The book begins in a higher fingerboard region instead of the A-position starting route.

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New Directions for Strings Double Bass D Position Book 1 presents the first-book material from a higher D-position area of the fingerboard. That gives teachers a choice between beginning in Simandl first position (A position) or using this D-position route. The method uses tetrachords to develop left-hand frame and finger patterns in relation to keys, with posture guidance written for the instrument. Early ensemble material, two contrasting solos, and work in notation, aural skills, dictation, improvisation, composition, and theory create a broad first-year course.

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The book begins in a higher fingerboard region instead of the A-position starting route.
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Lessons address left-hand frame and finger patterns relative to keys.
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Pedagogical information, tips, assessments, and organizational resources are included.
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It begins Book I in a higher region of the fingerboard, giving teachers an alternative to starting in Simandl first position.
Yes. The book includes two contrasting solos for each instrument.