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Essential Elements for Strings - Double Bass Book 1 with EEi Online Access | Beginner Double Bass Method and Sheet Music for Students and Teachers | Learn Rhythm, Tone, and Technique

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Essential Elements for Strings – Double Bass Book 1 with EEi is a complete learning method created for beginning bassists to build a strong musical foundation. Designed for school orchestra programs and private lessons, it provides a clear, step-by-step progression that develops rhythm, tone production, and technique from the very first lesson. Ideal for young musicians and educators, this book sets the stage for confident, skillful playing.What’s Inside – This 48-page instructional method includes engaging warm-ups, scales, and ensemble exercises crafted specifically for the double bass. Each unit introduces new concepts in manageable steps, reinforcing posture, bow control, and left-hand accuracy. With carefully sequenced lessons and familiar melodies, students stay motivated while strengthening their understanding of music reading and performance technique.Interactive Learning with EEi – Every copy includes access to Essential Elements Interactive (EEi), a powerful digital learning platform featuring over 150 video lessons, play- along tracks, and assessment tools. Students can practice at their own pace using any device, while teachers monitor progress and provide feedback. This combination of print and online learning ensures flexible, effective instruction in any environment.Trusted by Music Teachers Worldwide – Created by respected educators Michael Allen, Robert Gillespie, and Pamela Tellejohn Hayes, this series aligns with national music standards and supports both classroom and independent study. It’s a valuable curriculum tool for orchestras, music schools, and private studios.Bring music to life. Perfect for students, parents, and teachers alike, this book inspires double bass players to develop strong fundamentals, express musicality, and enjoy every step of their learning journey. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hal Leonard


Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 1, 2002


Edition ‏ : ‎ 2012th


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 48 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 4


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 04


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 0.25 x 12 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #44,007 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #34 in Strings Songbooks #274 in Music Instruction & Study (Books)


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  • Good
Format: Paperback
My daughter love the this and she learning fast with it.
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2025 by Martina

  • Exactly What I Needed, Ease of Access
Format: Paperback
I was very pleased to find one of these so easily online, and it matches exactly what my previous book described. I had misplaced my previous booklet, and I was in need of some extra simple scales as I was teaching my brother and another bassist. Convenience of online shopping is almost always top notch. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2025 by Mei

  • An excellent first book for learning the bass!
Format: Paperback
Great first book for people learning the bass. I play and teach many woodwind and brass instruments and I dabble with the violin, so I have a good idea about what makes for a good book to learn from, and this fits with my philosophy very nicely. This book starts with open strings and gradually introduces notes which require using fingers on the strings. It also starts with pizzicato (plucked) playing so the student gets comfortable just making sounds on the instrument before it introduces the use of the bow. This book has clear explanations of what to do and good pictures to demonstrate. An excellent first book! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2018 by dhbailey

  • As described
Format: Paperback
I bought this for my son’s orchestra class and it is exactly as shown in the pictures. Exactly as described and arrived in perfect condition
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2025 by Emily Rose

  • Lesson Book
Format: Paperback
Came in quick. Perfect for my son’s Bass lessons.
Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2025 by Nicole D.

  • A Good Place to Start
Format: Paperback
This is a good beginner book for the Double Bass instrument, I'm pleased with how easy it was to pick up the basics. Like I said it is a beginner book and only went over a couple of scales, the D and C major scales I believe. It also comes with a CD and DVD to help advance your skills by playing along(CD) but I haven't used it. The DVD is to show how to sit and hold the instrument and things of that nature but not necessarily how to finger or play the notes. The book does a good job explaining this though. It is still worth the purchase and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to learn how to play this instrument. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2014 by dra

  • Required text for class
Format: Paperback
Meets standards for a beginner. Perfect intro to music.
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2024 by Katie

  • Perfect for my 6th grader
Format: Paperback
Got this book for my son’s first year in orchestra. Excellent book!
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2023 by Jaclyn Elaine

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