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New to the viola da gamba? 

Don't worry, I've put together a free introductory course to ease you in. 
You'll find a personal introduction to the course structure and a glossary to unlock new terms and symbols. 
Most importantly, you'll get videos showing you how to hold the instrument and to learn the open strings. 

Behind the Black Dots

  • Free

Behind the Black Dots, Overview

Before you sign up for the full course, make sure you have a good grasp of how it is all put together. Sign up now for free, no commitment required!

  • €85

Behind the Black Dots, Level I

First steps on your viola da gamba journey! Holding the instrument, holding the bow, playing your first duets, how exciting!

  • €85

Behind the Black Dots, Level II

Level up! Now that you're feeling a bit comfortable with the instrument, we'll start looking at some new techniques. For the left hand, we'll start shifting between first and half positions, opening up new key possibilities. And for the right hand, we'll focus on improving our string crossings and adding in zig-zag bowings and dotted rhythms.

  • €85

Behind the Black Dots, Level III

Ready to move on to the next level? in Level Three, we'll add backwards extensions to our left hand technique. And for the right hand, we'll start seeing more complex rhythms and hooked bowings. All while playing some of the most beautiful music in the repertoire - together!

  • €17

Behind the Black Dots, Complete Duets

All the duets we play together throughout the entire course, so you can play them with your teacher or your musical friends. That's over 60 pieces of music for just €17, a bargain by any stretch of the imagination!