Mark oconnor mark oconnor is a multi grammy award winning composerviolinistfiddler. Like any great movement, the mark oconnor violin method seeks a loftier goal. Six violin duos for advanced level violin players includes the parts and full scores for mark oconnor s original arrangements of american music classics. This is a song that shows a lot of feelings, and a memorable quality. I just returned from teacher training in mark oconnor s violin method books 3 and 4, at his string camp in north carolina. Like any great movement, the mark o connor violin method seeks a loftier goal. Currently, the mark o connor violin method includes volumes 1 and 2, including cds with mark playing all tunes. Mark oconnor oconnor method, charlotte, north carolina. Violin book iv of the oconnor method a new american school of string playing the hallmarks of the american school and this method are rich musical literature, cultural diversity, historical relevance, stylistic variety, and inherent groundwork for creativity through individual expression and improvisation.
Twinkle sparks fireworks as fiddler guts violin method. Even now, when many of them have moved to other group teachers this is part of the structure of our program, i still hear them playing improvisations on tunes like boogie woogie in between orchestra. His orchestral compositions have received over 600 performances with symphony orchestras. Like suzukis repertoire, oconnor s will ultimately have ten books. Before rehearsal, i often saw a few of them jamming on either an orchestra tune, or jamming on a tune from the mark oconnor method books. The oconnor method employs classic violin technique and theory, combined with american music, history, creativity and improvisation to teach students to become better skilled classical violinists and string players in the 21st century. The last word on the suzukioconnor music book debate. I had high hopes for this book, i love mark o connor.
Laura continues to expand her teaching methods, attending workshops and teacher training courses regularly. Mark oconnor education in musicstrings violin features a series of video centered around the oconnor method, the oconnor string camps and mark oconnor. Mark oconnors an appalachian christmas featuring the grammywinning. Perfect for the private studio, as a supplement in the studio, or for violin class in the school, these first two volumes of the o connor violin method will. Since 1976 jsi has provided teachers with exceptional customer service. Queen annes revenge overture for symphony orchestra 7 min. Ive been playingfiddling around with my violin for about 2 years. This was one of the questions posed by mark oconnor and by longtime. Mark oconnor greater new york city area professional. Welcome to the official source for mark o connor sheet music. The teacher certification program provides in depth training in teaching the fundamental elements of the american music styles and techniques such as improvising, chords, ear training, modes and rhythms. This eventual 10 book series for teachers and students assures success by taking an orderly and gradual approach using appealing and memorable tunes.
By offering the best rental program in the country, a vast selection of new and antique instruments and bows, sheet music, method books, teaching aids, and every imaginable stringed instrument accessory, we help teachers maintain their teaching studios. This was one of the questions posed by mark o connor and by longtime suzuki teacher pam dewall during a teacher training session at ucla for the new o connor violin method. Shar music oconnor violin method book i bookaudio online. For information on mark s new method books, his fiddle camps, recordings, schedule, and more, please visit peter anick, author of mel bays old time fiddling across america, teaches fiddle and mandolin and performs with the massachusetts bluegrass band wide open spaces. Yes, the oconnor violin method book volume 1 does come with a cd. From a teaching perspective, the o connor method book does not teach basic violin technique quite as smoothly as the suzuki books. The o connor method employs classic violin technique and theory, combined with american music, history, creativity and improvisation to teach students to become better skilled classical violinists and string players in the 21st century. Laura is also certified in the mark oconnor violin method, having completed her training of books one and two in the inaugural training class with pam wiley and sadie dewall at the mark oconnor camp in manhattan, new york in 2009. The cds also contain piano accompaniment tracks on them. Suzuki, i thought it was interesting oconnor books are also released with a cd. Oconnor method books i, ii and iii employ classic violin technique and theory, combined with american music, history, creativity and improvisation to teach students to become skilled violinists and string players. Included with each volume are online audio download instructions with mark oconnor playing all the tunes, plus piano accompaniment tracks.
Mark oconnor has recently come out with a new set of books for beginners for the moment, only available at shar. The hallmarks of the american school and this method are rich musical literature, cultural diversity, historical relevance, stylistic variety, and inherent groundwork for creativity through individual expression and improvisation. While utilizing classic methods of violin technique and theory, the mark oconnor violin method boldly adds uniquely american elements such as jazz, latin, rock, folk, ragtime and improvisation. This is the only site authorized to offer mark o connor sheet music titles. The method places an emphasis on music and playing techniques from north america, in addition to focusing on rhythmic development, ear training, and improvisation. The mark o connor method looks easy to learn and seems to contain quite a bit of material. This camp is directed by the author of the o connor method mark o connor and his wife maggie o connor. A take on the mark oconnorsuzuki controversy from a. Oconnor violin method bk1 oconnor musik international. Classic repertoire, exercises, and historicaleducational text authored, composed and arranged by mark oconnor. I actually wouldnt even point this out except for the fact that there is a forward at the beginning of the book explaining that its designed with teaching violin technique in mind.
Perfect for the private studio, as a supplement in the studio, or for violin class in the school, these first two volumes of the oconnor violin method will develop your students the oconnor violin method, book 1 read more. Even if i was a kid and i had a teacher work with me through the book, it still would have been awkward and uninspiring. Mark oconnor oconnor method teachertraining overview 60. Mark o connor education in musicstrings violin features a series of video centered around the o connor method, the o connor string camps and mark o connor.
No, this is the violin method book only and does not include the piano accompaniment part. May 26, 2011 gyspy jazz minor swing mark o connor o connor method book iv rec session footage duration. Currently volumes 1 and 2 of this 10 volume series are available. Nov 16, 2014 fiddler mark o connor claims shinichi suzuki, creator of the popular suzuki method of violin instruction, was a fraud. For violin, viola, cello bass and string orchestra, by mark oconnor. The improvised violin concerto for violin and orchestra 40 min. The mark oconnor method looks easy to learn and seems to contain quite a bit of material. American violinist fiddler mark o connor has this week made a number of startling public allegations including his belief that the founder of the suzuki method of music education was one of the biggest frauds in music history. Mark oconnor authored the groundbreaking oconnor method of. For sheer velocity and beauty, listen to mark oconnors the new nashville cats, which joins his incredible fiddle with 53 of music citys finest players. Violin book iv of the o connor method a new american school of string playing. Complete irish fiddle player cooper violin mel bay.
Olympic harvest overture for symphony orchestra 6 min. This series for teachers and students assures success by taking an orderly and gradual approach using appealing and memorable tunes. An oconnor play in with beginning to intermediate students looked very similar to a book 1 suzuki violin play. As a lay person who spent about 15 minutes googling about the oconnor method vs. Mark oconnor education in musicstringsviolin features a series of video centered around the oconnor method, the oconnor string camps and mark oconnors performances with young people. Violinist and teacher ashley liberty believes that the benefits of teaching the mark oconnor orchestra method outweigh any of its challenges. This was one of the questions posed by mark oconnor and by longtime suzuki teacher pam dewall during a teacher training session at ucla for the new oconnor violin method. Fiddlers philharmonic bk cd phillips dabczynski violin alfred. Newly reissued, mark o connor s false dawn is now available after 30 years of being outofprint. The mark o connor violin method includes volumes 1 and 2, including cds with mark playing all tunes. A new american school of string playing, authored by violinist mark oconnor. However, this oconnor violin method book volume 1 does come with a cd that contains the piano accompaniment tracks on them so that you may listen to them or play along. A new method called oconnor s american school of string playing was presented to the public on november 16, 2009.
As a teenager he won national string instrument championships on guitar, mandolin, and fiddle. The suzuki method is vastly popular, selling some half a million books a year, according to its publisher. This book is a pedagogic companion to oconnor method book iv, which includes 16 additional solo violin pieces for study and performance. Oconnor violin method book i and cd paperback january 1, 2009 by mark o. Violin amazing grace mark oconnor method book 1 youtube. Strad magazine says the succession of melodies is attractive and carefully planned. Mark oconnor born august 5, 1962 is an american violinist and composer whose music combines bluegrass, country, jazz and classical music. Currently, the mark oconnor violin method includes volumes 1 and 2, including cds with mark playing all tunes. Mark oconnor education in musicstrings violin features a series of video centered around the oconnor method, the oconnor string camps and mark oconnors performances with young people.
Jim mcguire american violinist mark oconnor has been a sideman for country stars and a. Mark oconnor sheet music official website markoconnor. The new american school of string playing, of which the oconnor method is a part, promotes a future in which young musicians around the world socialize in more creative, selfguided, and impromptu ways. Mark oconnor mark oconnor available at johnson string instrument, new englands largest and most complete. This is an original tune by mark oconnor with the arrangement found in book one. Review of oconnor violin method book 1 november 08, 2012 when i first heard about these oconnor fiddle books i was actually pretty excited.
This new method uses traditional music of the americas as well as original compositions by mark o connor. Jan 08, 2015 o connor method orchestra book ii features full symphonic strings 1st violin, 2nd violin, viola, cello, bass designed for middle school and high school orchestras, contains 50 minutes of. Mark oconnors grammy winning new nashville cats featured some of n. The sheet music for the piano accompaniment is sold separately. Oconnor method orchestra book ii features full symphonic strings 1st violin, 2nd violin, viola, cello, bass designed for middle school and high school orchestras, contains 50 minutes of. While utilizing classic methods of violin technique and theory, the mark o connor violin method boldly adds uniquely american elements such as jazz, latin, rock, folk, ragtime and improvisation. Mark o connor has clearly worked tirelessly to critique the suzuki method and by natural extension, you. But simply creating fine players is not the goal of this method. Mark oconnor, a worldrenowned violinist and composer, released. Dec 08, 2014 it all began when the american violin virtuoso and composer mark oconnor, who started publishing his own instruction books several years ago, took aim at the giant of the field. American violinist fiddler mark oconnor has this week made a number of startling public allegations including his belief that the founder of the suzuki method of music education was one of the biggest frauds in music history.
The goal of the oconnor method is that young people everywhere will fall in love with playing music. This new method uses traditional music of the americas as well as original compositions by mark oconnor. Oconnor has developed a string instrument technique for music teachers and students, the oconnor method a new american school of string playing. Mark oconnor fans a debate about the suzuki method the new.
Mark o connor s grammy winning new nashville cats featured some of n. Mark oconnor band december 2020 cd compilation by the mark oconnor band. The book is awkward instructionally, and it would not have suited me when i just started out. If you are purhasing individual sheet music titles from any other site, please know that site is operating in violation of laws and wed like to know about it. For sheer velocity and beauty, listen to mark o connor s the new nashville cats, which joins his incredible fiddle with 53 of music citys finest players. Listen and download this visionary acoustic music album composed and all 20 instruments performed by mark at age 19. Oconnor would probably have been better off, saleswise, encouraging suzuki teachers to pick up his method books as supplements.
Im a suzuki student and have done books 1 6 but i have almost no experience with fiddle style playing and would love to teach myself as i dont have funds for additional lessons right now. For more information on the oconnor method for violin, viola, cello. Mark oconnor and suzuki suzuki association of the americas. These exciting and intricate violin duos present an opportunity for highintermediate and low. Mark oconnor plays appalachia waltz from book i of his violin method. For more information on these educational materials, please go to markoconnor. Perfect for the private studio, as a supplement in the studio, or for violin class in the school, these first two volumes of the oconnor violin method will. Bully on you for standing up to the mad fiddler and refusing to read a word he says in response to your criticism of his own selfpublished opinions. The oconnor method includes some of the great folk songs, fiddle tunes and classic themes that have endured the countrys 400yearold history of violin playing, representing all the americas mexico, canada and every region of the united states and musical styles including classical, folk, latin, jazz, rock. Mark o connor s violin method for teaching american music. The recently released oconnor method has been widely praised. Americana symphony variations on appalachia waltz for symphony orchestra 34 min. Oconnor violin method discussion suzuki association.
Mark oconnor has clearly worked tirelessly to critique the suzuki method and by natural extension, you. I got my books 1 and 2 training in 2011, when the method was new it was introduced in 2009 and i was also relatively new to violin teaching. Violin amazing grace mark oconnor method book 1 instructor demonstration for educational purposes only. I am very open to the idea of teaching kids pedagogically using american tunes and the fiddling world has been long overdue for something like this. His mentors are benny thomasson who taught oconnor to fiddle as a teenager, french jazz violinist stephane. The goal of the oconnor method is that young people everywhere will fall in love with playing music, and become bold, creative individuals. Oconnor is a star who has toured with the jazz violinist stephane grappelli, worked as a major session musician in nashville, composed for the concert hall and recorded with top musicians including yoyo ma. Fiddler mark oconnor claims shinichi suzuki, creator of the popular suzuki method of violin instruction, was a fraud. Why is american violin music supplemental in teaching american violin students.
Charles ashvarian, the president of shar the violin shop, and probably the single biggest channel for sales of method books finally publicly told oconnor to cease and desist, he wasnt doing himself any favors. Mark oconnors violin method for teaching american music. Official website of the oconnor method, a new american school of string playing. Mark oconnor author of two centuries of australian poetry. Violinist mark oconnor says hes proof that his method of learning the violin works. I am pleased to introduce the oconnor violin method for string teachers and students of the violin. This eventual 10book series for teachers and students assures success by taking an orderly and gradual approach using appealing and memorable tunes. This camp is directed by the author of the oconnor method mark oconnor and his wife maggie oconnor.