Description

A thorough examination of the violin and viola is presented, encompassing their historical evolution and modifications in structure. It highlights the significant contributions of the renowned Cremona school of luthiers, including the illustrious Stradivarius. The text also explores the techniques and advancements promoted by esteemed pedagogues, as well as the prominent schools of performers ranging from Corelli to Paganini. Additionally, it addresses the challenges posed by the expansion of the nineteenth-century orchestra. The work further delves into aspects of teaching and acoustics, discussing the scientific characteristics of vibrating strings, the harmonic series, tonal quality, intonation, and more. The publication features musical examples, diagrams, and 24 illustrations. The author provides an introduction to the Dover edition. This is an unabridged reissue of The Violin and Viola, which was first published in 1972 by Ernest Benn in London and W. W. Norton in New York.