Today, more and more young musicians—even without prior musical knowledge—are beginning to play the viola da gamba, for which there has previously been no comprehensive method. Lorenz Duftschmid, an internationally renowned viola da gamba virtuoso and teacher, has incorporated his many years of experience with his students into this method. With exercises and etudes specifically tailored to the needs of the viola da gamba, enhanced by detailed instructions and numerous illustrations, this method is also suitable for complete beginners.