String Friends 2
from The String Friends TM
$49.99
String Friends 2 introduces more colour onto the violin learning canvas. It digs deeper into playing technique, explores more notes and further develops the musical ear.
The String Friends return but are no longer the new kids on the block. Older and musically smarter they are now the seven Note Friends. Bowing technique moves from a beginner hold to a regular bow hold, contributing to a greater variety of dynamic control. Different note lengths add more weight to the toolkit of technique, complementing the pieces full of varied musical keys and speeds.
String Friends 2 is perfectly in tune with String Friends 1. The charming, irreverent content is further enhanced by videos that demonstrate performance technique and continues the learning for the aspiring violinist.
Like before, every piece is brought to life through nearly 40 elegant videos – each one designed to show rather than tell. Students can watch, listen and play with clarity and confidence.
But remember – no one conquers an instrument as demanding as the violin on their own. String Friends 2 shines brightest when paired with an experienced teacher who knows when to push, when to pause, and how to shape great habits. Together, they form the perfect partnership for growth.
The quirky cast of Note Friends make their presence known, with handy tips throughout to encourage the young violinist with written and performance repetition.
Lavish in design. Forensic in detail. Proven in practice.
WATCH. LISTEN. PLAY. ENJOY.
Overview
Introducing More Colour
String Friends 2 brings more colour, more challenge, and more confidence to the violin journey. It dives deeper into technique, opens up new notes, and sharpens the musical ear – all while keeping learning playful and purposeful.
The String Friends are back – no longer beginners, but now the seven Note Friends: a quirky, capable crew guiding each step toward musical maturity. Bowing shifts from a beginner hold to a standard one, unlocking richer tone and dynamic control. Longer notes, new rhythms, and fresh keys add weight and texture to the growing toolkit.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Proper violin holding position
- Basic bow technique
- First simple melodies
- Music reading basics
- Rhythm and timing
What's Included
String Friends 2 comprises nearly 40 elegant videos that illuminate the playful and adventurous musical landscape of the String Friends pieces.
Easily and confidently presented, String Friends 2 is the ideal learning tool to refine musical understanding and playing skills. All the pieces have been workshopped and perfected over time with engaged budding violinists.
Watching, listening and performing is always at the fingertips for the disciplined student, effectively guided by the nearly 40 demonstration video and audio tracks in String Friends 2.
Author Info
Created by experienced music educators and child-development specialists, Violin Starters is crafted to make learning fun, structured, and effective. The authors combine years of teaching expertise with creative storytelling to help children build strong violin foundations with confidence and joy.
Customer Reviews
4.9 out of 5 (127 reviews)“My 6-year-old daughter absolutely loves this book! The String Friends characters make learning so much fun, and the demonstration videos help me support her practice at home.”