The following items are required, but not included in the box:
> String Basics, Second Edition, Book 1 (Red) - 6th Grade ONLY
> String Basics, Second Edition, Book 2 (Blue) - 7th and 8th Grade ONLY
> Instrument & applicable accessories (rosin, humitron, chin/shoulder rest, floor stop, etc.)
> Pencil just for orchestra
> Folding music stand (to practice at home)
> Optional: polishing cloth, instrument stand, metronome, tuner