Art of Violin Making
Overview
The Art of Violin Making is a major new work for the craftsman, bringing into one volume a summary of essential information for the violin maker and player, as well as providing an historical reference. Part One: The Violin Makers is devoted to separate chapters on the life and work of some of the greatest of all violin makers; the families of Amati, Stradivari and Guarneri, and the unique genius of Jacob Stainer. These chapters include superb color photographs of examples of their work. Also included is a chapter covering the work of some leading contemporary violin makers. Part Two: The Workshop, Tools and Materials provides essential information on the tools, working environment and material needed by violin makers. Part Three: Violin Construction comprises a detailed, step-by-step guide to the traditional method of violin making, based closely on the teaching system employed at the world-famous Newark School of Violin Making in England. This section is highly illustrated with photographs, and even the newcomer to this fascinating craft will be able to produce a superb instrument. This book is essential reading for the violin maker, repairer and historian, providing a unique record of the history, social background, lives and works of the great violin makers of the past, combined with a clear, practical guide to making violins.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9780709058762
- ISBN-10: 0709058764
- Publisher: Crowood Press (UK)
- Publish Date: October 2006
- Dimensions: 11.99 x 8.56 x 0.95 inches
- Shipping Weight: 3.08 pounds
- Page Count: 256
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