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CONTENTS
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1 CHAPTER 1. VIOLINISTS AND VIOLISTS
As a violinist or violist you can play in small
ensembles and large orchestras, and you can play a
wide variety of styles, from classical to rock and folk.
5 CHAPTER 2. A QUICK TOUR
The instrument in bird's-eye view, and the main
differences between violins and violas.
14 CHAPTER 3. LEARNING TO PLAY
A chapter about violin lessons and practicing.
19 CHAPTER 4. BUYING OR RENTING
Especially if you're young, it may be advisable to rent
a violin rather than to buy one. If you are going to
buy one, here is roughly what it will cost.
26 CHAPTER 5. A GOOD VIOLIN
Tips for comparing and play-testing violins, so that
you can choose the best possible instrument.
48 CHAPTER 6. GOOD STRINGS
All about different strings: core materials, windings,
sound, and much more.
57 CHAPTER 7. A GOOD BOW
A guide to choosing bows and an introduction to the
many types of rosin.
68 CHAPTER 8. FITTINGS, MUTES, AND CASES
Choosing chin rests and shoulder rests is made easier
with the information in this chapter, which also
deals with other accessories, such as mutes and cases.
80 CHAPTER 9. ELECTRIC VIOLINS
A guide to electric violins, and how to turn your
instrument into an electric one.
85 CHAPTER 10. TUNING
About tuning, fine tuners, tuning forks, electronic tuners, and more.
91 CHAPTER 11. VIOLIN MAINTENANCE
All about what you can do to keep your violin, your
strings, and your bow in good condition, and what
you'd better leave to a violin maker or technician.
108 CHAPTER 12. BACK IN TIME
A lot of history in a few words.
111 CHAPTER 13. THE FAMILY
The violin has quite a few relatives, as well as a whole lot of acquaintances.
114 CHAPTER 14. HOW THEY'RE MADE
An introduction to the basics of violin making.
118 CHAPTER 15. VIOLIN BRANDS AND MAKERS
Some of the main names in violin making, old and new.
122 GLOSSARY AND INDEX
What is a saddle, where would you find the bass bar,
and what is purfling for? This glossary doubles as
an index, so you can use it as a handy reference section.
128 TIPCODE LIST
All violin Tipcodes listed.
129 WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Still curious? Information about magazines, books,
and the Internet, and about the makers of this book.
132 ESSENTIAL DATA
Two pages to list the essential information about your instrument and strings.
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