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Martens, Frederick Herman
1874
1932
Martens, Frederic
Martens, Frederick H.
Violin Mastery: Talks with Master Violinists and Teachers
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"Violin Mastery: Talks with Master Violinists and Teachers" by Frederick H. Martens is a collection of interviews and discussions about violin technique and artistry written in the early 20th century. The book features insights from renowned violinists and teachers such as Eugène Ysaÿe, Leopold Auer, and Jascha Heifetz, who share their philosophies on violin mastery, covering both technical and expressive aspects of playing. This volume serves as a valuable resource for violin students and enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of the instrument and learn from the experiences of expert practitioners in the field. At the start of the book, the foreword emphasizes the intent behind the compilation, acknowledging the influence of previous works on piano mastery and expressing enthusiasm for the insights shared by the various interviewed artists. The first interview features Eugène Ysaÿe discussing his personal journey in music, the significance of his predecessors, and his views on the necessary tools for achieving true violin mastery. Ysaÿe highlights the importance of expressing emotions through music and the need for technical prowess to facilitate artistic expression without hindrance. The conversations blend personal anecdotes and technical advice, offering readers a multifaceted view of what it takes to become a master violinist. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Violin -- Instruction and study
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