Detail 01
Level 1
Starting grade. Assumes no reading ability and covers roughly the first year of instruction.
Product detailSKU #1306015597487
KJOSString Basics Book 1 for Cello
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
First-year String Basics method book for cello. For a student starting cello in a school orchestra or a beginner who wants a graded, sequential path.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Beginning orchestra students in their first year on cello
- Orchestra classes standardizing on String Basics across violin, viola, cello, bass
- Adult beginners who want structured progression rather than loose exercises
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players past first position basics who need Book 2
- Violin, viola, or bass students — separate editions exist
- Anyone after fiddle, jazz, or pop cello playing
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
Cello edition (115CO)
Bass clef part written for cello fingering. The violin or bass edition of the same book will not work for you.
Detail 03
String Basics series
Matched books across the string sections, so a full orchestra class can work through the same page together.
Detail 04
ISBN 0849734851
Use this number to confirm you are getting the exact edition a teacher assigned before ordering.
Detail 05
Print music book
Paper method book. Plan for a stand — reading it off a table or your lap gets old fast.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check with the teacher that the class uses String Basics Book 1, not another method
- 02No cello, bow, rosin, or stand included
- 03Verify the cover reads Cello — the editions look nearly identical otherwise
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this the right book for a complete beginner?
Yes. Level 1 is the entry point of the String Basics series and starts from no prior cello or reading experience.
02Can a violin student use it?
No. The cello edition is written in bass clef with cello fingerings. Violin students need the violin edition.
03What edition number should I look for?
115CO is the cello edition of String Basics Book 1. ISBN 0849734851 confirms the same book.
04How long does a student stay in Book 1?
It is typically a first-year book, then students move to the next level in the series.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
5 detailsOther
- Level or Grade
- 1
- Series
- String Basics
- Isbn
- 0849734851
- Edition Number
- 115CO
- Media
- Music Books
