Twenty-four famous violinists reveal the secrets to their success, discuss the aesthetic and technical aspects of playing, and define their personal conceptions of violin mastery. Advice from the masters includes tips on efficient practice, improving bow technique, and refining intonation. A rare find in the musical literature, this volume is essential reading for every serious violinist. Unabridged republication of the work originally published by Frederick A. Stokes, 1919.
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.
Szigeti on the Violin by Joseph Szigeti Reminiscences, insights into great music and musicians, innumerable tips for practicing violinists. Includes 385 musical passages.
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.
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.
The Technique of Violin Playing: The Joachim Method by Karl Courvoisier This text offers an exposition of the essential features of the system of technical instruction pursued by Joseph Joachim (1831-1907). Discusses tone formation and production, attitude, and position of the body, arms, hands, and more.
