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Violin For Dummies
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Presents a guide to playing the violin, with information on how the violin works, holding positions, and musical notes, chords, and scales, along with tips for caring for the instrument and finding a teacher.
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Take a (violin) bow and let your inner musician shine!
You don’t have to be a genius to start fiddling around! Violin For Dummies helps budding violinists of all ages begin to play. If you’ve never read a note of music, this book will show you how to turn those little black dots into beautiful notes. Start slow as you learn how to hold the instrument, use the bow, finger notes, and play in tune. Watch yourself blossom into a musician with tips on technique and style. When you’re ready to go further, this book will help you find the people and resources that can help you get just a little closer to virtuoso!
Your own private lessons are right inside this book, with the included online video and audio instruction, plus recordings that will help you develop your “ear.” This book takes the guesswork out of learning an instrument, so you’ll be ready to join the band when the time comes!
- Choose a violin and learn the basics of holding the instrument and playing notes.
- Start reading music with this fast-and-easy introduction to musical notation.
- Improve your musicianship and start to play in groups.
- Explore different music styles and legendary violin composers.
The violin is a beautiful thing—adding melody everywhere from orchestras to folk and pop tunes. With Violin For Dummies, you can make the music your own, even if you’re a total music beginner.
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Violin For Dummies by Katharine Rapoport is praised for being an accessible introduction to playing the violin, making it a great choice for beginners. Reviewers appreciate the book's clear instructions and helpful illustrations, which guide readers through learning essential techniques. The inclusion of audio and video resources is often highlighted as an excellent feature, enhancing the learning experience for readers.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781119731344
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 November 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: For Dummies
Edition: 3rd edition
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 31.0mm
Width: 180.0mm
Height: 226.0mm
Weight: 544g
Pages: 432
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About the Author
Katharine Rapoport is an accomplished violinist and violist who taught violin, viola, and chamber music at the University of Toronto for over 25 years. In addition to authoring teaching manuals and syllabias well as articles for Strad Magazine she has performed live in Canada, the USA, and across Europe.
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