Suzuki Book 2 Viola

The primary goal of this book is to develop a beautiful tone and the ability to play with nuance. In Book 1, students play mostly in first position with simple rhythms. In Book 2, they encounter more complex rhythms, dotted notes, slurs across strings, and—most importantly—the introduction of shifting and extensions.

In , you lived in first position. Book 2 introduces the concept of shifting, specifically to Third Position . suzuki book 2 viola

This is often the first "shock" of the book. While it looks simple on the page, Handel’s writing demands a strong, declamatory bow stroke. The primary goal of this book is to

If you practice the same way you did for Book 1, you will struggle. Here is the Book 2 Practice Formula (15 minutes daily): they encounter more complex rhythms