Early Start on the Cello, vol. 1, by Egon Sassmanshaus

• publisher Barenreiter (English language edition)

-Large print notes and texts as well as many colorful illustrations are ideal for pre-school as well as school children.

• - Note reading is emphasized from the first lesson, encouraging ensemble playing from the very beginning.
• - Songs and scales in different positions are easily mastered within the first year of playing to ensure that children are not confined to first position playing.
• - Advanced cello techniques such as varied bow strokes and shifting are introduced in a basic form