Progressive repertoire for string players
The Real Book for Violin, Viola & Cello
What Is This Series?
The Real Book for Violin, Viola & Cello is a comprehensive string series designed to build strong reading, technique, and musicality through curated repertoire. Each volume organizes pieces progressively so students and teachers can move step-by-step with confidence. The series supports long-term learning, from early reading through intermediate and advancing levels.
What’s included in the series?
Progressive collections for violin, viola, and cello
Carefully graded pieces from early to advancing levels
Standard notation with clear, readable layouts
Repertoire suitable for lessons, practice, and performance
Pieces that reinforce bowing, rhythm, and intonation skills
Options for solo, duet, and small ensemble playing
Teacher- and student-friendly organization by level and key
Repertoire that complements major method books and school curricula
Who is this series for?
The Real Book for Violin, Viola & Cello is ideal for children, teens, and adult learners from late-beginner to intermediate and early-advanced levels. It works well in school orchestra programs, private studio teaching, university pedagogy settings, and home learning. The series supports individual practice, lesson assignments, chamber music, and flexible ensemble use, giving string players structured material they can return to year after year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this series suitable for beginners?
Yes. The earlier volumes are designed for late beginners who know basic first-position notes and rhythms, with later books extending into more advanced skills.
Can teachers use this with mixed-instrument classes?
Yes. Because there are books for violin, viola, and cello, teachers can assign coordinated material to different instruments in the same class or ensemble.
Does this replace a method book?
It is best used alongside a primary method. The Real Book for Violin, Viola & Cello provides rich repertoire and reading material that supports and expands on core method work.
Is this series good for adult learners returning to playing?
Yes. The graded layout and clear notation make it accessible for adults who are refreshing or rebuilding their string skills.
Are there versions of this book for woodwinds and brass?
Yes. You can get the same tunes in wind friendly keys – The Real Book for Elementary Band Students.
What books are included in this series?
The Real Book for Beginning Violin Students (A and E Strings)
The Real Book for Beginning Violin Students (D and A Strings)
The Real Book for Beginning Violin Students (G and D Strings)
The Real Book for Beginning Viola Students (D and A Strings)
The Real Book for Beginning Viola Students (G and D Strings)
The Real Book for Beginning Viola Students (C and G Strings)
The Real Book for Beginning Cello Students (D and A Strings)
The Real Book for Beginning Cello Students (G and D Strings)
The Real Book for Beginning Cello Students (C and G Strings)
Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.