Basic Principles Of Violin Playing

A must have for all string teachers! As a founding member of the American String Teachers Association, Paul Rolland is regarded by many as a seminal figure in the scholarship of string pedagogy. His insight into teaching violin fundamentals is supplemented by numerous illustrations, and his discussion of intermediate and advanced level playing will provide any teacher valuable tools to pass on to their students. 48 pages.

Leopold Mozart's Treatise on the Fundamental Principles of Violin Playing was the major work of its period on the violin and comparable in importance to Quantz's treatise on the flute and P.E. Bach's on the piano. This translation by Editha Knocker was the first to appear in English andremains scholarly and eminently readable.

Renowned violin instructor Ivan Galamian shares his innovative methods in this comprehensive text. This fundamental guide succinctly conveys his "ingenious and logical" approach to violin mastery and is an essential tool for teachers and students of all skill levels.

Celebrated instructor presents his philosophy of teaching and practice methods, including appropriate combination of technique and interpretation. Incorporates aspects of both the Russian and French schools in an ingenious and logical system.

(Instrumental Folio). If you've been playing violin for a little while, you are probably eager to learn some familiar songs. This book includes a wide variety of favorite songs, from pop hits and movie themes to classical melodies and folk songs, many of which originally featured violin! Songs include: Best Song Ever * Canon in D * Dust in the Wind * Eleanor Rigby * The Hustle * The Irish Washerwoman * Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring * Pure Imagination * Theme from "Schindler's List" * Summertime * Tennessee Waltz * Turkey in the Straw * Viva La Vida * You Raise Me Up * and more.