Double Bass Exam Books Double Bass Scales, Sight reading and prescribed repertoire books for the Associated Board and Trinity College London. Dominant Strings Widely regarded as “the reference standard”, Dominant strings, made with a highly flexible multi-strand synthetic core, provide the tonal warmth and feel of a gut string while being impervious to changes in humidity. The sound is soft, clear with a stable intonation and they are rich in overtones. One of the world’s most popular strings! Dominant Violin strings Probably the best known string in the world, the Dominant violin strings are widely recommended by teacher and professionals. The sound is mellow and full, very similar in tone and response to gut strings yet very stable and rich in overtones. Dominant Viola strings Dominant Viola strings have superb projection and effortless response. Together with the full, warm sound they are often the first choice. Dominant cello strings Dominant cello strings are possibly not that well known because of the very competitive and excellent strings there are on the market at this level. They nonetheless still offer a very full and mellow sound with an ability to project without being metallic. Dominant Bass strings Dominant Bass strings, made with a highly flexible, multi-strand synthetic core, provide the tonal warmth and feel of a gut string while being impervious to changes in humidity.…

Bow and bowing accessories

At Caswell’s Strings, we have sourced accessories from across the globe to assist you in learning to play a stringed instrument and once you’re proficient at bowing, to make it as comfortable as possible.

Revolutionary products such as the Bow hold Buddie and the Cellophantassist in the bowhold while the Bowzo and HorACE develop a good bowing technique.

Bowgrips such as the Viotech or the best selling Stringvision bowgripalso assist in correct technique, make the bow more comfortable to play and protect your bow.

Don’t forget to keep the Hair of your bow clean with the Old Master bow hair cleaner.

This simple tune introduces slurs as well as drawing attention to the difference between slurs and ties. Much of what you try out in Pineapples are Juicy can be used in this piece also. It is a piece that is easy to learn by rote and as such avoids having to explain the complex-looking notation. This, as well as Pineapples are Juicy can be returned to in any lesson as a way to lighten the mood or mix up the activities. This set of variations is easy to learn and makes for an excellent warm-up to any lesson. I like to create a chart that looks something like this: The first ever Vamoosh Teacher Training Workshop will be held at the Royal Academy of Music in London on the 21st April 2024. More details and wher...

Endpins & Fingerboards Endpins & Fingerboards Cello and Double bass endpins are available with either a hardwood cone or a genuine ebony cone. Carbon Fibre cello endpins such as the Stahlhammer offering versatility and lightness. Violin and Viola endpins are available in a variety of finishes and styles. Fingerboards come as blanks and will need to be fitted by a luthier. Top Nuts and Saddles Top Nuts and Saddles Violin, viola, cello and Bass Top nuts and saddles. Available in ebony or best ebony recommended for repairers and makers.Ensemble Sheet Music What is listed here is obviously a very small selection of the string ensemble music that is available. Amongst others, we have access to the huge Hal Leonard catalogue listing hundreds of string ensemble pieces for String Orchestra and ensembles ranging from Easy traditional to classic to Pop specials! For more details and for prices please give us a call.