Art of Violin Playing: Book One

This new edition of The Art of Violin Playing, Vol.1 will prove to be one of the most significant string publications of the new century.. New hand diagrams have been added and a table for the consistent use of bowing and fingering symbols. A monumental undertaking, this new translation of Carl Flesch's essential The Art of Violin Playing, by Eric Rosenblith, preserves all the essential basic concepts of Flesch's original, but presents them in more contemprary and idiomatic English. The range of material covered by this massive book is enormous: Body Posture, The Left Arm, (position and fingerings), Vibrato, Bowing (including all varieties of strokes), Tone Production, Musical Mem

Self and instructor taught students must-read Every violinist needs to read. History, scales, science and pedagogy mind-set this book is really a one stop shop. Don't waste money/time on the various shorter books--all one needs is this masterclass book!. Annie said Detailed and precise it includes plenty of pictures or examples. Detailed and precise it includes plenty of pictures or examples and explanations. Methodical approach to all the questions that come with learning the violin. Between this and the book called "The Green Violin: Theory, Ear Training, and Musicianship for Violinists" you're set.. "For intermediate students and above" according to Sonytheoao. This book is rich in detail about playing positions, tone reproduction, and practice techniques. But while there are some pictures showing posture, fingering, etc. in Appendix A, it would be difficult for a student who has never studied music theory or played the violin to truly grasp the concepts.For intermediate or advanced students, however, this book will reinforce the instructions of teacher-led study and help the student enhance their playing skills.If you are an adult just starting out with violin play, I suggest you instead pick up The ABCs of Violin for the Absolute Begi