This classic guide offers an accessible initiation into the mysteries of violin-making. Charming in its style and cultivated in its research, it covers every detail of the process and includes a fascinating history of the instrument. More than 200 diagrams, engravings, and photographs complement the text. 1885 edition. Republication of the London, 1885 edition.
Antonio Stradivari: His Life and Work by W. H. Hill, Francis A. Davis Construction methods, woods, varnishes, known instruments, types of instruments, life, special features. Includes 93 illustrations, plus 4 color plates.
The Violin and Viola: History, Structure, Techniques by Sheila M. Nelson Discusses the historical development and changing structure of the 2 instruments through the contributions of Stradivarius; techniques of Leopold Mozart and Paganini, and more. Includes music examples and 11 diagrams, 24 halftones.
Violin Playing As I Teach It by Leopold Auer Exemplary collection of principles and guidelines: holding the instrument, practicing, tone production, bowing, fingering, phrasing, etc.
An Encyclopedia of the Violin by Alberto Bachmann First published in 1925, this renowned reference remains unsurpassed as a source of essential information, from construction and evolution to repertoire and technique. Includes a glossary and 73 illustrations.
