by Chris Coetzee (Author)
The book incorporates a brief history of the violin and a look at how to hold the instrument, the use of the left hand, right hand or bow technique, information on buying a violin and finding a teacher and explanations of essential terms. The bulk of the work is devoted to some of the most important periods in the history of the violin, looking at key composers and the influences that shaped them, and providing readers the characteristic pieces of music for each period, complete with notes to aid with playing and interpretation.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 96
Edition: illustrated edition
Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd
Published: 01 Nov 2003
ISBN 10: 1843303329
ISBN 13: 9781843303329