3. Time

After discussing the time signature, identify together the different rhythmical patterns/units. time 1
  • You can clap these patterns together.
  • Pluck them on different open strings for rhythmical precision.
  • Bow them out on the open strings, discussing bow distribution and the best part of the bow to use for each pattern.
  • Apply them to scalic motifs emphasising the importance of intonation in the more arpeggio-like patterns with a good coordination for the left hand finger string crossing.