Progressive violin method for kids
The Violin Fun Book Level 2
What Is This Book?
The Violin Fun Book Level 2 is a step-by-step violin method designed for young players who are ready to go beyond the basics. It introduces scales, arpeggios, and etudes in a friendly, encouraging way that keeps students motivated. Perfect as a follow-up to any beginner method, it guides children into more confident, musical playing.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is ideal for elementary and middle-grade students who have completed The Violin Fun Book or any comparable beginner violin method. It works well in school orchestra programs, private studio lessons, group classes, and home practice with or without a teacher. It can also be used by homeschool families and youth ensembles looking for a structured next-step resource.
What Makes This Book Easy for Kids to Learn?
Level 2 concepts are introduced gradually so students are never overwhelmed as they add new notes, rhythms, and bowings. Clear layouts and student-friendly pacing help young violinists focus on one new skill at a time. Short, achievable exercises and pieces give frequent “wins” that build confidence and keep practice positive. The book’s fun tone and approachable language make it inviting for kids who are just moving out of the beginner stage.
What Music Does the Book Include?
The book focuses on short pieces, etudes, and exercises that highlight specific skills such as scales, arpeggios, tone, and rhythm. Carefully crafted studies help students develop musical expression while reinforcing solid technique. The mix of technical work and musical etudes keeps practice varied and engaging.
Are There Fun Extras Included?
This book includes downloadable piano accompaniment parts that make practice feel like playing with a real accompanist. It also provides MP3 play-along tracks so students can rehearse with full-sounding backing at home, making practice more fun and effective.
What’s Inside the Book?
Step-by-step scales to build fingerboard familiarity
Arpeggio exercises to strengthen left-hand accuracy
Etudes that focus on tone, rhythm, and expression
Progressive pieces that combine new skills in musical contexts
Downloadable piano accompaniment parts for selected pieces
MP3 play-along tracks for at-home practice and performance prep
Carefully graded lessons that follow a logical learning sequence
Skills Your Child Will Learn
Playing major scales with confidence
Using arpeggios to improve intonation and shifting awareness
Developing a clear, steady tone on the violin
Reading more advanced rhythms and note patterns
Improving bow control and coordination
Expressing musical phrases with dynamics and style
Building practice habits and performance confidence
How to Use This Book
Teachers can use this book as the core curriculum for second-level violin students in private lessons or group classes, assigning a few exercises and etudes each week. School orchestra directors can integrate it alongside ensemble music to strengthen individual technique. Parents can follow the clear lesson flow at home, using the MP3 play-along tracks and piano parts to make practice sessions feel like mini-performances. Students can move through the book in order or focus on specific sections—scales, arpeggios, or etudes—depending on their current goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What level of player is this book for?
This book is for students who have finished a beginner violin method and are ready for early-intermediate skills such as scales, arpeggios, and more challenging etudes.
Do I need The Violin Fun Book Level 1 first?
Level 1 is recommended but not required; any student who can play basic notes and simple songs on the violin can start with this Level 2 book.
Can students use this book without a teacher?
Yes, motivated students and parents can use it at home, especially with the play-along tracks, but guidance from a teacher will help ensure correct technique.
Is this book suitable for school orchestra programs?
Yes, it works very well in school settings as a supplemental technique book for second-year and advancing beginners.
Are the piano parts and MP3s included?
Yes, the book provides access to downloadable piano accompaniments and MP3 play-along tracks to support practice and performance.
Learn More
For additional music tutorials and demonstrations, visit the official Music Fun Books YouTube Channel.
Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.