The Science of Violin Playing
The Science of Violin Playing by Raphael Bronstein, published by Echo Point Books and Media on July 5, 2016, is a reprint edition comprising 178 pages. This book serves as a comprehensive resource for serious violin students, drawing on the extensive teaching experience of Bronstein, who has influenced many prominent violinists. It presents a detailed exploration of violin playing, combining both artistic and scientific approaches to the craft.
Readers will find a wealth of instructive content, including lessons on visual intonation, left-hand techniques, and the psychology behind playing the violin. The book also covers right-arm techniques such as spiccato and martele, alongside interpretations of notable violin concerti by composers like Mozart and Tchaikovsky. The Science of Violin Playing is designed for dedicated violinists, offering insights that merit careful study and reflection.
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Raphael Bronstein is among the most legendary violin instructors in recent memory. Arguably one of the strongest influences on our current generation of violin teachers and players, he counted among his students such luminaries as Elmar Oliveira, Martha Strongin Katz, Lya Stern, Jay Zhong, and his own daughter, Ariana Bronne.
Though he taught over 1000 students in the course of his career, The Science of Violin Playing is his only publication. A treasure for serious students of the violin, this book contains page after page of instructive and inspiring wisdom. Best read slowly and carefully, Bronstein teaches violin playing as both an art and science, turning his exacting eye and ear to every aspect of the instrument. Lessons include:
The principles and importance of visual intonation
Left hand technique and practice habits
The psychology of violin playing
Right arm technique including santille, spiccato, martele, ricochet, and more
Interpretation of pieces for performance
Technical analyses of complete violin concerti, including works by Mozart, Mendelssohn, and Tchaikowsky
For dedicated and ambitious violinists, this is a book to be studied, read, and re-read. Filled with a career’s worth of advice and wisdom, The Science of Violin Playing is a remarkable book for all aspiring performers and teachers.
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