1. Concert tickets
2. Music stand
3. Full set of strings to keep as backup (plus an extra A for viola and an E for violin): Check with your teacher on the brand that they recommend!
5. More concert tickets.....seriously, any concert. Some of our favorite local groups include The Dubuque Symphony, Family Folk Machine, and City Circle Acting Company.
Christina Mixemong is co-owner of Dynamic Music Studios and teaches viola and violin.