From the intrepid Bion Tsang to the dynamic Kenneth Slowik and the charming Yo-Yo Ma, these artists and many others discuss their professional and personal lives.
• A collection of interviews with this century's most gifted cellists
• Musicians reveal the facets and textures of their professional and personal lives.
• A discussion on what it's like to be a soloist, member of an ensemble, composer, mentor, musical activist, and recording artist.
This collection of interviews sparkles with the individual personalities of some of this century's most gifted cellists. With voices as unique as their instruments, these musicians reveal the facets and textures of their professional and personal lives. From the intrepid Bion Tsang to the dynamic Kenneth Slowik and the charming Yo-Yo Ma, these artists and many others discuss what it's like to be a soloist, member of an ensemble, composer, mentor, musical activist, and recording artist. How they began, what cultural and historical forces shaped them, how they practice, and what they aspire to - this and more are illuminated in this fascinating volume. Artists include David Finckel, Ralph Kirshbaum, Laurence Lesser, Yo-Yo Ma, Kermit Moore, Carlos Prieto, Hai-Ye Ni, Kenneth Slowik, Bion Tsang, Jian Wang, and Peter.
This book will help you face the audience without fear, enjoy the moment and succeed.
This book shows you how to:
• Channel adrenaline into energy.
• Excel in auditions, exams, and concerts.
• Cure shakes, jitters, butterflies, and brain fog.
• Survive mistakes and hazards on stage.
• Enjoy a confident performance.
Your guide to a bygone world of classical music and musicians.
Colin Hampton:
• Wise teacher
• musical iconoclast
• Nonpareil cellist of the illustrious Griller Quartet
• Helped redefine contemporary chamber music standards
• Founded one of America's first cello clubs
• Inspired generations of students
Twenty-five crossword puzzles with a musical theme, compiled by Randal Henly.
• A musical brain teaser offers hours of amusement
• For all musically-minded crossword lovers
• Intriguing, educational, and fun
• An excellent gift for musical friends and family
• A guaranteed way to extend your musical knowledge with maximum enjoyment
Teachers, students, and parents can quickly and easily record, track and share practice plans, schedules, and homework.
• Quickly and easily record, track, and share practice plans, schedules, and homework
• Each double page includes fields for various important records for Date, Practice, Technical Work, Repertoire Work, and Extra Lists.
• It also has fields for Students’ Choice, Teachers' Comments, Music to Buy, and Next Lesson requirements
This classic book of technique introduces the Galamian system of violin playing.
• Suitable for violin teachers and students of all ages and levels.
• Introduces the Galamian system of violin playing.
• Provides principles and philosophies for all facets of playing and practice.
• Galamian's philosophy, principles of teaching, and practice methods provide astonishing results.
• Includes a postscript written by the late Professor Emeritus Elizabeth A. H. Green.
Dr. Samuel Applebaum addresses the most frequently asked questions, ranging from basic to the most advanced.
Includes:
• The Basic Principles of String Playing
• The Science of Scale Playing
• The Study of the Positions
• Developing a Good Intonation
• Some General Principles of Fingerings
• …and many more
A useful exercise book for theory students to practice in or for composition.
• Made from 100% recycled paper
• 24 double-sided pages
• 48 pages of useable manuscript
• Each page includes 12 standard-sized staves
This guide is a must-have reference book to help all string-instrument owners care for their instruments and bows.
• Basics
• Insurance
• The bow
• Strings
• Pegs
• The bridge
• The fingerboard
• The soundpost
• Open bouts
• Buzzes
• Repairs
• Retouching
• Preventing accidents
• General maintenance
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