Egbert's Circus Games - Mary Cohen

What happened when Egbert joined Mr.Bim Bam's Circus?

The intrepid hero of The Adventures of Egbert watches his circus friends performing their daily routines, and imitates their actions on his violin.

Intended for use in conjunction with The Adventures of Egbert, Egbert's Circus Games is a series of warm-up exercises for beginner violinists. Designed to encourage the development of good technique right from the start, it holds the pupil's attention by placing the necessary routines within the context of the Egbert story.

Comprehensive teacher's notes give guidance and helpful technical hints.

Basic violinistic exercises delightfully presented, the Circus Games include work on 3rd and 4th finger tapping, flexibility of bow hand finders, left hand finfer angle and slurring. Excellent exercises for all age groups, however a recommended buy for children aged 8/9 and under because of the child orientated story line which links violinistic movements with circus routines.

European String Teachers Association News, Autumn 1991