Full of rich, detailed, watercolor illustrations, Kaleidoscopes Book 1 opens a magical world for the beginning violinist.

The revolutionary method synthesizes Montessori, Suzuki, and Kodály philosophies into a flexible, robust and joyful approach. Genuine folk songs encourage singing and connect children to the heritage of many cultures, while movable-do solfege builds musical understanding and by-ear skills.

Technique is approached comprehensively through child-friendly movement building blocks and kinesthetic experiences, surpassing comparable methods in comprehensiveness. The sequence of technique is separated from repertoire along a flexible and customizable design, allowing teachers to easily accommodate individual learners' pace and readiness. Students are free to follow their curiosity and explore new songs, increasing their sense of ownership and encouraging self-directed learning.

The recording is a family favorite, with whimsical piano settings and beautiful soprano and violin performances of each song. The album is available to stream on Spotify, Apple Music, and other major platforms.