Art of Violin Making

Art of Violin Making
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Publisher : The Crowood Press
Total Pages : 476
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ISBN-10 : 9780719831669
ISBN-13 : 0719831660
Rating : 4/5 (660 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Art of Violin Making by : Chris Johnson

Download or read book Art of Violin Making written by Chris Johnson and published by The Crowood Press. This book was released on 1999-02-01 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Art of Violin Making" is the major work for the craftsman, bringing into one volume a summary of essential information for the violin maker and player, as well as providing a historical reference.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 colour 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.


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