Encyclopedia of the Violin (eBook)

Alberto Bachmann (Autor)

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2013 | Unabridged
496 Seiten
Dover Publications (Verlag)
978-0-486-31824-0 (ISBN)

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First published in 1925, this renowned reference remains unsurpassed as a source of essential information, from construction and evolution to repertoire and technique. Includes a glossary and 73 illustrations.

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"e;No list of twentieth-century landmarks in music reference would be valid without Bachmann's Encyclopedia."e;—American Reference Book Annual"e;If there were such an award as one for the best reprint of our day, surely this book by Alberto Bachmann would be way up front with the leaders."e;—American String TeacherOf the many books written about the violin, none offers 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. It traces the evolution of technique from the 1800s onward, in addition to examining the violin's construction and manufacture, listing American and European makers, and offering a biographic section on chamber music ensembles.Seventy-three rare photographs complement the text, which features an introduction by the legendary violinist Eugène Ysaÿe and a glossary of music and musical terms. Written by a concert violinist and composer, this remarkable handbook is a must for professionals, amateurs, teachers, and students.

Inhalt

Introduction by Eugène YsaÿeAuthor's PrefaceEditor's Preface1. The Origin of the Violin2. Violin Makers in Europe3. Violin Makers in America4. The Construction of the Violin5. Colors and Varnishes6. The Violin Bow—Makers and Construction7. Violin Bridge, String and Rosin Making8. Violin Teaching and Study9. The Evolution of the Art of Violin Playing10. How to Practice11. Tone and Its Development12. Tone and the Various Bowings13. The Evolution of Violin Technique14. The Use of the Bow15. Accentuation or Emphasis16. The Glissando or Portamento17. Analyses of Master Violin Works18. Violin Collecting in Europe and America19. Chamber Music20. The Phonograph and the Violin21. Glossary of Musical Terms22. Biographical Dictionary of Violinists23. Literature Relating to the Violin24. The Development of Violin Music25. A List of Music for the ViolinIndex

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 24.7.2013
• Reihe/Serie: Dover Books on Music
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Musik ► Instrumentenkunde
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Musik ► Klassik / Oper / Musical
• ISBN-10: 0-486-31824-9 / 0486318249
• ISBN-13: 978-0-486-31824-0 / 9780486318240