Oxford University Press Mackay Neil - Position Changing For The Violin - Violon
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Essential Information About This Method
Essential Information About This Method
- 22 progressive melodies to practice shifting in a musical way, with piano accompaniment.
- Clear educational objective: master position changes between 1st and 3rd positions (back and forth).
- Transposable thereafter: once the technique is acquired, the same approach applies to other position changes.
- Ideal for lessons: suitable for both individual practice and classroom teaching.
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Summary of This Method
22 Melodies for Violin and Piano is a collection designed to help the violin student learn the correct method of position shifting, particularly the transition from 1st to 3rd position and back to 1st. Rather than limiting the practice to "dry" exercises, learning takes place through short melodies that give meaning to the movement: the ear guides the hand, intonation stabilizes, and the motion becomes more natural. The piano accompaniment provides a valuable harmonic framework, facilitating the listening to intervals and the precision of intonation during shifting.
This material integrates easily into a violin course progression: the teacher can use it to introduce the concept of landmarks, preparation for the shift, and control of the target note, while developing musicality. The targeted position changes (1st to 3rd and vice versa) constitute a fundamental step, and the method emphasizes sustainable technique: once assimilated, it can be reused for other left-hand shifts, regardless of the repertoire. Thanks to its short format, this book is also practical for group lessons, to work on reading, listening, and violin-piano coordination using accessible pieces.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Instrumentation | violin and piano | Pages | 12 |
| Genre | violin method | Year of publication | 1963 |
| Difficulty | easy to moderately difficult | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Does this method address shifting from 1st to 3rd position on the violin?
The 22 melodies focus on shifting from 1st to 3rd position, as well as the return to 1st position. The practice is based on short pieces rather than isolated exercises.
Is a pianist required to use Position Changing For The Violin?
The instrumentation is intended for violin and piano. The piano accompaniment provides a harmonic context to hear intervals and monitor intonation during position changes.
What level is required for Neil Mackay's melodies?
The indicated level ranges from easy to moderately difficult. This progression allows for addressing left-hand landmarks and preparing for shifting.
How many pieces are included in this shifting book?
The collection contains 22 melodies for violin and piano.
How many pages does this violin method have?
The book has 12 pages and was published in 1963. Its short format allows integration in individual or group lessons. Reading, listening, and coordination with the piano are worked on through accessible pieces.
