Franz Simandl: New Method for the Double Bass (Book 1)

The first book in the series, considered to be the standard introduction to playing double bass. This is a classical double bass method book. Full of technical exercises, this book covers: Part I - Hand Position / Bowing Positions; Part II - Scale Exercises; Part III - Grace Notes, Trills and Ornamentation; Part IV - Expression Exercises; Part V - Classical Repetoire solos. The exercises are in the traditional classical style which are melodically interesting.
Book, 149 pages.