- An approach based on self-learning and recognition of rhythmic and melodic patterns
- Original tunes rather than abstract sight-reading exercises
- 237 carefully graded pieces in a range of musical styles
- Nine sections ranging from open strings to extensions and slurs
- Each section concludes with a set of duets and accompanied pieces for practice of ensemble sight-reading
- Tunes progress to all key signatures up to four sharps and three flats
- Preliminary towards grade 4
