Ševcík School of Bowing Technique op 2 Vol 2 for violin (Baerenreiter)
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"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
Ševcík School of Bowing Technique op 2 Vol 2 for violin (Baerenreiter)
Exercises for the Wrist I
The "School of Bowing Technique" op. 2 by Otakar Ševčík is a renowned violin tutor highly praised by violinists worldwide. It emphasizes developing fundamental technical skills for the wrist and is regarded as a comprehensive guide for aspiring violinists. The tutor is divided into three parts, each containing over 4,000 bowing exercises. The exercises are arranged systematically in ascending order of difficulty, making it easier for violinists to progress gradually from basic to advanced techniques.
The latest "School of Bowing Technique" version combines the original six volumes into two. It is primarily based on the first edition published in the early 20th century and other sources from Ševcík's estate. The editor, Jaroslav Foltýn, is a professor of violin at the Prague Conservatory, just like Ševcík himself. Foltýn has ensured that the latest edition of the tutor is faithful to its original version while incorporating modern pedagogical approaches to make it more relevant to contemporary violinists.
This 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
"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.
• 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
Otakar Sevcik was a renowned violin instructor who developed technical exercises for violinists. This volume focuses on changing positions and preparatory studies for three-octave scales. The exercises provide a musical framework for each shift, making them more effective. This Bosworth Edition includes helpful commentary.
Otakar Sevcik, a renowned violin pedagogue, created a series of "Preparatory Trill Studies" designed to help players of all levels improve their technique. These studies are rigorous and effective, covering finger placement and pressure on the strings and gradually building the trill motion from the beginning positions on the fingerboard.
Opus 7 Part 2 continues these initial principles and introduces double-stop exercises. This Bosworth Edition includes helpful commentary on the exercises to guide players through the process and improve their playing skills.
Otakar Sevcik is a renowned violin teacher known for his effective technical exercises catering to beginner and advanced violinists. His book, "School of Bowing Technique," focuses on developing the right-hand technique, including bowing style, accuracy, rhythms, and wrist speed/strength. Book 2 covers rhythmic exercises, different bowing styles, and sustained tones. This Bosworth Edition also includes helpful commentary on the exercises.
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.
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.
Ševčík’s complete works cover all aspects of violin technique, from elementary to advanced levels, including specific exercises for technical problems and analytical studies of standard violin concertos. His “Preparatory Trill Studies” cover finger placement, pressure on the strings, and fingerboard action. This edition is based on the original print with other sources found in Ševcík’s posthumous papers. The editor, Jaroslav Foltýn, is a violin professor at Prague Conservatory.
• Fundamental pedagogical work by a leading violin teacher
• With methodological notes by the editor (Cz/Eng/Ger)
Otakar Sevcik's "School of Bowing Technique" offers technical exercises for violinists of all levels, from beginners to advanced players. Book 6 focuses on arpeggios on all four strings and includes helpful commentary.
