The Ernest Clarke Method is an old line method that progresses rapidly from holding the instrument and producing the first sounds to scales, exercises and melodies in a matter of a few pages. Today this book is an excellent source of etudes for the intermediate level player. If you are using Hering this is a good compliment. If you are tired of Hering, this is a good replacement. If you never heard of Hering... 150 exercises/etudes over 112 pages. -cdp