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Violin-specific edition
Parts are written so a full string class can play together, but you must buy the book for your instrument.
Product detailSKU #1274034473138
Hal LeonardEssential Elements for Strings Book 1 Violin
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The violin book of a standard beginner string method, used widely in school orchestra programs. Book 1 covers the first year of playing.
Strong match
Who this is for
- First-year school orchestra students on violin
- Private beginners whose teacher uses this method
- Parents needing the specific book a program assigned
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Adult self-teachers wanting detailed written explanation
- Players past first position and basic bowing
- Viola, cello, or bass students — wrong instrument book
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.
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Book 1 level
Starts from open strings and first finger patterns. Assumes no prior playing experience.
Detail 03
Method book, not a songbook
Sequenced exercises that build skills in order, meant to be worked through front to back.
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$7.99 price
Consumable classroom pricing — cheap enough to replace when a student loses or wears out a copy.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm the edition your program uses; the series has multiple versions
- 02No instrument, rosin, or shoulder rest included
- 03Designed for use with a teacher — limited written explanation for self-study
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this the same book for viola or cello?
No. Each instrument has its own book. This one is violin. Buy the edition matching your instrument.
02Can I teach myself violin with this?
It is built for classroom or private instruction. Self-teachers get sequenced exercises but little written explanation of technique.
03What comes after Book 1?
The series continues into later books. Book 1 covers first-year material, so most students move on after a year of study.
04Does it include audio or accompaniment?
Availability of accompaniment varies by edition. Check which version your program assigned before ordering.
