G MAJOR WALTZ
Music written in the style of a Waltz is flowing in character and has 3 beats in each measure.
The first 4 measures of the G Major Waltz are displayed below.
Basses perform the Oom-Pah-Pah pattern in the first measure.
In the third measure, the comma prepares the second Down-Bow.
Remember to emphasize the first beat of each measure.
In German, Walzen means to roll, which is characteristic of the Waltz.
When the Waltz is danced, steps are performed on each beat.
Dancers revolve around the dance floor and make elegant circles when performing the Waltz.
G Major Home Violin Two Octave Scale in 1st Position Viola Pitches in 1st Position Cello Pitches in 1st Position
Bass Pitches in 1st Position Violin and Viola Left Pinky Note Options Pinky Power-Ups for Violin and Viola
Violin G Major Scale in 3rd Position Viola G Major Scale in 3rd Position Cello 4th Position on the A-String
Bass One Octave G Major Scale on 1 String Two Octave G Major Scale for All Instruments Boosting Performance Skills
“Add-a-Note” Scale Pattern Exercise “Eighth Note Jumps” Interval Leap Practice Up and Back-Up Practice Technique
Coordination Drills Melodic Minuet G Major Waltz
Bass Pitches in 1st Position Violin and Viola Left Pinky Note Options Pinky Power-Ups for Violin and Viola
Violin G Major Scale in 3rd Position Viola G Major Scale in 3rd Position Cello 4th Position on the A-String
Bass One Octave G Major Scale on 1 String Two Octave G Major Scale for All Instruments Boosting Performance Skills
“Add-a-Note” Scale Pattern Exercise “Eighth Note Jumps” Interval Leap Practice Up and Back-Up Practice Technique
Coordination Drills Melodic Minuet G Major Waltz
