Ševcík wrote extensively on violin technique, covering all levels of playing. His opus 8 is one of his most important works, focusing on position changes and scales over three octaves. Our new edition is based on the original print and Ševcík's posthumous papers, edited by Jaroslav Foltýn, a professor at Prague Conservatory.
• A fundamental pedagogical work from a superb violin teacher
• With methodological notes by the editor (Cz/Eng/Ger)
• Moderate level of difficulty
Franz Ševcík was a highly respected violinist and composer who devoted much of his career to teaching. He wrote extensively on violin technique and developed a comprehensive set of exercises covering all violin playing levels, from beginner to advanced. His works include exercises that address specific technical challenges and analytical studies of famous violin concertos.
One of Ševcík's most significant pedagogical works is his opus 8. This book, written between 1892 and 1895, focuses on position changes and preparatory studies for scales over three octaves, including 3rds, 6ths, octaves, and 10ths. These exercises are designed to help violinists master the complex fingerings and bowing techniques required to play at an advanced level.
Our new edition of Ševcík's opus 8 is based on the original print from the early 20th century, as well as sources from Ševcík's posthumous papers. The editor, Jaroslav Foltýn, is a highly respected professor of violin at the Prague Conservatory, a position that Ševcík once held. Foltýn has carefully updated the book to reflect modern pedagogical techniques while remaining faithful to Ševcík's original vision.
This is the first part of a collection of violin studies composed and compiled by Otakar Sevcik. It includes a comprehensive set of exercises in the first position, which are great for preparing to develop double-stopping skills. These exercises are an excellent way to practice and improve your playing.
"School of Bowing Technique" op. 2 by Otakar Ševčík is a significant violin tutor with over 4,000 bowing exercises arranged by difficulty. The latest version combines the original six volumes into two and is primarily based on the first edition. The editor is Jaroslav Foltýn, a professor of violin at the Prague Conservatory.
Exercises for the Wrist I
• New edition of a tutor that generations of violinists have grown up with
• Fundamental work by a leading violin educator
• Three volumes in increasing order of difficulty: easy-moderate–difficult
• Methodological notes by the editor (Cz/Eng/Ger)
Otakar Sevick was an esteemed musician and violin teacher from the Czech Republic. He authored numerous crucial studies, methods, and teaching aids. One of his works is a collection of 40 studies focusing on the right-hand technique. These exercises cover a range of areas such as string-crossing, arpeggios, triplets, changing bowing styles, staccato, legato, and more. Even after a century, these resources remain valuable for aspiring violinists.
Sevcik, 40 Variations Op. 3 Unaccompanied (Barenreiter), perhaps his best-known composition, is a favourite with violin students
Otakar Sevcik was a famous violin teacher who developed "Scales and Arpeggios," a comprehensive set of exercises for beginner and advanced players. The book includes scales, arpeggios, chords, broken chords, triads, and double-stopping exercises spanning over two octaves. The Bosworth Edition has helpful commentary.
Since 1901, the works of Otakar Sevcik have been the foundation of various schools of string playing worldwide. Many players have found Sevcik's works to be of great value in their technical development. When practising Sevcik's exercises, there are four primary aspects to consider:
• Maintaining pure intonation.
• Ensuring evenness of tone.
• Achieving exactness of rhythm.
• Promoting physical freedom and ease.
Op. 6 Part 1 contains exercises in the First Position.
This book series is perfect for beginner violin students. It improves left and right-hand techniques with exercises and melodies. Part 4 focuses on B-Flat, E-Flat and A-Flat major scales, chromatic scale, G and C minor scales and changing keys.
Otakar Sevick was a famous Czech musician and violin teacher. He authored many relevant works, including a collection of 40 studies focusing on right-hand techniques. His violin teaching methods are practical and effective even after a century. The studies include exercises for string-crossing, arpeggios, triplets, bowing style changes, staccato, legato, and more.
This book series is intended for beginners learning to play the violin. It is designed to enhance all aspects of violin technique, including both left-hand and right-hand playing. Each book includes several melodies and exercises. In Part 5 of the series, you will find exercises focusing on accidentals, major triads, minor triads, diminished fifth/augmented fourth, and the extension of the fourth finger.
