Flesch, The Art of Violin Playing Bk 1 (Fischer)
Eric Rosenblith's masterful translation of Carl Flesch's The Art of Violin Playing represents an extraordinary accomplishment. Not only does it preserve the fundamental principles of Flesch's original work, but it also presents them in a modern, idiomatic English that is easy to comprehend. The book has been updated with new hand diagrams and a table for consistent use of bowing and fingering symbols, making it a valuable resource for musicians of all skill levels.
The scope of the material covered in this mammoth book is awe-inspiring. It delves into various topics, including proper body posture, left arm position and fingerings, vibrato, and an exhaustive exploration of bowing techniques - covering all varieties of strokes. The book also provides guidance on tone production, musical memory, and much more.
This revised edition of The Art of Violin Playing, Vol. 1, is likely to be one of the most significant string publications of the new century. It is an invaluable resource for aspiring or established violinist seeking to improve their skills and deepen their instrument knowledge.