{"product_id":"possums-in-the-roof-cello-piano-accompaniment-book","title":"Possums in the Roof - Cello Piano Accompaniment Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(6, 73, 10);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePossums In The Roof - Cello Piano Accompaniment Book \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e📚\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20 Concert Pieces for Beginner Cello Players \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Possums in the Roof\u003c\/em\u003e\" is a delightful collection of concert pieces designed specifically for beginner cello players, with a charming Australian twist. Featuring 20 engaging pieces, this book is suitable for students ranging from Preliminary to Grade 1. Each piece introduces basic first-position finger placement and bow technique in a progressive manner, making it ideal for young learners just starting their musical journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets \"Possums in the Roof\" apart is its unique blend of music and storytelling. With titles like \"Hannah the Goanna,\" \"Emu Rock,\" and \"Cane Toad Hop,\" the pieces are infused with Australian flair and humour, bringing the outback to life through music. Illustrated with whimsical images of pesky critters, and accompanied by lyrics that aid in rhythmic learning, these pieces are sure to capture the imagination of young musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo further enhance the learning experience, the book includes audio backing tracks that provide motivation for practice and help develop musicianship. With its engaging content and educational value, \"Possums in the Roof\" offers a fun and effective way for beginner cello players to hone their skills while exploring the rich musical landscape of Australia.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(5, 56, 8); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeaching Points: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-link-tan-color has-text-color\"\u003ePieces 1 – 5\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-columns has-2-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduce each open string\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4\/4 time signature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple crotchet\/minim\/quaver rhythmic patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eString crossing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp-bow lifts for elbow follow-through\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDown-bow retakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic dynamic markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-link-tan-color has-text-color\"\u003ePieces 6 – 10\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-columns has-2-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduce 1st finger on each string\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTremolo, crescendo and diminuendo markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlower tempos for development of longer bows and tone production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-link-tan-color has-text-color\"\u003ePieces 11 – 15\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-columns has-2-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduce 2nd and 3rd fingers (violin and viola) or 3rd and 4th fingers (cello) on upper 2 strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1st finger string jumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-note up-bow continuous slurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-note stopped slurs (preparation for hook stroke)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDotted minims\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick down-bow re-takes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAscending and descending 1 – 2 3 (violin and viola) or 1 – 3 4 (cello) finger patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-link-tan-color has-text-color\"\u003ePieces 16 – 20\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-columns has-2-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduce 2nd and 3rd fingers (violin and viola) or 3rd and 4th fingers (cello) on lower 2 strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\/4 time signature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft-hand pizzicato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-note continuous slurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStaccato and marcato bow strokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Books in this Series: \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 73, 29);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e📚\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.music2u.com.au\/products\/possums-in-the-roof-violin-bk-cd?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=def4d8a6c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003ePossums In The Roof Violin Book\/Cd\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.music2u.com.au\/products\/possums-in-the-roof-violin-piano-accompaniment-book?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=def4d8a6c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003ePossums In The Roof Violin Accompaniment Book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.music2u.com.au\/products\/possums-in-the-roof-viola-book-cd?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=def4d8a6c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003ePossums In The Roof Viola Book\/Cd\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.music2u.com.au\/products\/possums-in-the-roof-viola-piano-accompaniment-book?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=def4d8a6c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003ePossums In The Roof Viola Accompaniment Book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.music2u.com.au\/products\/possums-in-the-roof-cello-book-cd?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=def4d8a6c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003ePossums In The Roof Cello Book\/Cd\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.music2u.com.au\/products\/possums-in-the-roof-cello-piano-accompaniment-book?_pos=6\u0026amp;_sid=def4d8a6c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003ePossums In The Roof Cello Accompaniment Book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.music2u.com.au\/products\/possums-at-sea-violin-bk-cd?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=c0da2a481\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003ePossums At Sea Violin Book\/Cd\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.music2u.com.au\/products\/possums-at-sea-violin-piano-accompaniment-book?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=c0da2a481\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003ePossums At Sea Violin Accompaniment Book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.music2u.com.au\/products\/possums-at-sea-viola-book-cd?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=459534153\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003ePossums At Sea Viola Book\/Cd\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.music2u.com.au\/products\/possums-at-sea-viola-piano-accompaniment-book?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=c0da2a481\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(3, 38, 15);\"\u003ePossums At Sea Viola Accompaniment Book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Encore Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41705203171387,"sku":"ET008","price":32.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/9275\/6027\/files\/Myproject_e0aa02cb-e5cb-4bf0-b51f-542974fc4a6f.png?v=1714577771","url":"https:\/\/www.music2u.com.au\/zh\/products\/possums-in-the-roof-cello-piano-accompaniment-book","provider":"Music2u.com.au","version":"1.0","type":"link"}