Overview
Suzuki Violin School Volume 3 continues the progressive Suzuki Method curriculum, building on the technical foundation and repertoire developed in Volumes 1 and 2. It introduces more developed bowing, fingering, tonal production and musical expression while continuing the Suzuki approach of learning through listening, imitation and structured instruction.
This revised edition includes updated bowings and fingerings, additional exercises and expanded teaching guidance. The accompanying CD features violin performances by Hilary Hahn with pianist Natalie Zhu, together with piano accompaniment-only tracks for play-along practice.
Key Features
Revised edition with updated bowings and fingerings
Additional exercises, including material from Shinichi Suzuki
Additional teaching insights and suggestions
Musical notation guide
Fingerboard-position information
Glossary of musical terms in English, French, German and Spanish
Companion CD with violin and piano performance recordings
Piano accompaniment-only tracks for practice and play-along
Progressive repertoire for continuing Suzuki violin study
Featured Repertoire
Volume 3 includes:
Gavotte – Martini
Minuet – Bach
Gavotte in G Minor – Bach
Humoresque – Dvořák
Gavotte – Becker
Gavotte in D Major – Bach
Bourrée – Bach
The book also includes Study Points, Tonalization and Vibrato Exercises, supporting students beyond repertoire practice.
What Students Will Develop
Through the progressive repertoire and structured Suzuki approach, students develop:
More refined bow control and articulation
Stronger left-hand coordination and finger placement
Improved tone production
Introduction and development of vibrato
Greater awareness of fingerboard positions
More controlled phrasing and musical expression
Rhythmic accuracy and ensemble coordination
Listening and musical memory
Confidence performing with piano accompaniment
The Suzuki Method places strong emphasis on regular listening and working closely with a Suzuki violin teacher, with recordings supporting both musical familiarity and home practice.
Product Details
Brand: Suzuki
Series: Suzuki Violin School
Instrument: Violin
Level: Intermediate
Volume: 3
Author: Shinichi Suzuki
Publisher: Alfred Music
Edition: Revised / International Edition
Includes: Violin book and companion CD
Page Count: 28
Overview
Suzuki Violin School Volume 3 continues the progressive Suzuki Method curriculum, building on the technical foundation and repertoire developed in Volumes 1 and 2. It introduces more developed bowing, fingering, tonal production and musical expression while continuing the Suzuki approach of learning through listening, imitation and structured instruction.
This revised edition includes updated bowings and fingerings, additional exercises and expanded teaching guidance. The accompanying CD features violin performances by Hilary Hahn with pianist Natalie Zhu, together with piano accompaniment-only tracks for play-along practice.
Key Features
Revised edition with updated bowings and fingerings
Additional exercises, including material from Shinichi Suzuki
Additional teaching insights and suggestions
Musical notation guide
Fingerboard-position information
Glossary of musical terms in English, French, German and Spanish
Companion CD with violin and piano performance recordings
Piano accompaniment-only tracks for practice and play-along
Progressive repertoire for continuing Suzuki violin study
Featured Repertoire
Volume 3 includes:
Gavotte – Martini
Minuet – Bach
Gavotte in G Minor – Bach
Humoresque – Dvořák
Gavotte – Becker
Gavotte in D Major – Bach
Bourrée – Bach
The book also includes Study Points, Tonalization and Vibrato Exercises, supporting students beyond repertoire practice.
What Students Will Develop
Through the progressive repertoire and structured Suzuki approach, students develop:
More refined bow control and articulation
Stronger left-hand coordination and finger placement
Improved tone production
Introduction and development of vibrato
Greater awareness of fingerboard positions
More controlled phrasing and musical expression
Rhythmic accuracy and ensemble coordination
Listening and musical memory
Confidence performing with piano accompaniment
The Suzuki Method places strong emphasis on regular listening and working closely with a Suzuki violin teacher, with recordings supporting both musical familiarity and home practice.
Product Details
Brand: Suzuki
Series: Suzuki Violin School
Instrument: Violin
Level: Intermediate
Volume: 3
Author: Shinichi Suzuki
Publisher: Alfred Music
Edition: Revised / International Edition
Includes: Violin book and companion CD
Page Count: 28