Of the many books written about the violin, none approaches the breadth and scope of this renowned reference. First published in 1925, it remains unsurpassed as a source of essential information on all aspects of the instrument, from construction and evolution to repertoire and technique. Includes a glossary and 73 illustrations. Reprint of the D. Appleton, New York, 1937 edition.
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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.
History of the Violin by William Sandys, Simon Andrew Forster One of the most respected and referenced books of its kind, this authoritative volume surveys violins and other bowed instruments from ancient to modern times. Includes 55 rare illustrations.
The Violin-Makers of the Guarneri Family (1626-1762) by William Henry Hill, Arthur F. and Alfred Ebsworth Hill A family history of the legendary violinmakers of Mantua, Cremona and Venice, and the definitive commentary on their craftsmanship. Includes 131 photographs, 16 in full color.
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.
Violin-Making: A Historical and Practical Guide by Edward Heron-Allen 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.
Violin Mastery: Interviews with Heifetz, Auer, Kreisler and Others by Frederick H. Martens Twenty-four famous violinists reveal the secrets to their success, discussing the aesthetic and technical aspects of playing and personal conceptions of violin mastery. Includes tips on efficient practice, improving bow technique, and refining intonation.
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.
Szigeti on the Violin by Joseph Szigeti Reminiscences, insights into great music and musicians, innumerable tips for practicing violinists. Includes 385 musical passages.
Works for Violin by Johann Sebastian Bach Complete Sonatas and Partitas for Unaccompanied Violin; Six Sonatas for Violin and Clavier. Bach-Gesellschaft edition.
Complete Violin Sonatas by Ludwig van Beethoven All ten sonatas, including the famed Kreutzer and Spring sonatas, longtime favorites of violinists, pianists, and their audiences. Definitive Breitkopf & Härtel edition.
Great Romantic Violin Concertos in Full Score by Ludwig van Beethoven, Felix Mendelssohn, Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky The Beethoven, Op. 61; Mendelssohn, Op. 64; and Tchaikovsky, Op. 35 concertos reprinted from the Breitkopf & Härtel editions.
Horns, Strings, and Harmony by Arthur H. Benade Engaging, accessible introduction to structure and sound-making capacities of piano, violin, trumpet, bugle, oboe, flute, saxophone, many other instruments. Also, how to build your own trumpet, flute, clarinet. Includes 76 illustrations. Bibliography.
