Congratulations for successfully completing Book 1 and welcome to Book 2 of Essential Elements 2000 for Strings!

By now you are well aware of the benefits and joy of playing viola in the orchestra. The techniques you learned in Book 1 will help you reach a more advanced level in Book 2 that will make your musical experiences even more fun and exciting.

You can learn the new skills in the order they occur in Book 2, or you can master a particular skill at the time it most applies to your individual playing needs. Tabs appear on the sides of each page to help you quickly find the section or concept you need to practice.

There will be rewards for your effort! As you spend time learning more challenging material, the mastery of new skills will bring you even more joy in the years to come. Good luck, and best wishes for a lifetime of musical happiness!