The Violin Lesson by Simon Fischer is a manual for teaching and self-teaching the violin. The Violin Lesson offers players of all standards the opportunity to immediately, and dramatically, improve their technique and understanding of violin playing.

Presented in twelve comprehensive and highly accessible lessons filled with more than 500 music examples and over 350 photographs, it provides fresh approaches to neglected aspects of playing whilst covering all the major areas of violin technique.

The Violin Lesson by Simon Fischer includes:

Tone production
Intonation
Avoiding Aches & Pains
Changing Position
Improving bow strokes
Vibrato

Whether outlining a basic concept or an advanced technique, each topic is handled with the clarity and attention to detail for which Simon Fischer is so highly regarded. Fundamental exercises, principles and practice methods sit alongside case studies and practical question and answer sections to present a truly rounded volume - essential reading for both teachers and students alike.

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