Only rarely does a new publication emerge that bridges a genuine gap in string pedagogy with clarity and effectiveness. This method facilitates the intermediate student’s progress from introductory studies to the comprehensive systematic approaches of Ivan Galamian and Carl Flesch. In addition to accommodating—conceptually and visually—both fundamental fingering systems, Dr. Moyer distills for isolated practice the essential elements of shifting and left-hand position unique to or common among each chromatic key. An excellent resource for the novice pedagogue as well as for highly-experienced artist-teachers.