Violins and Violin Makers by Joseph Pearce
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| Author | Pearce, Joseph |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 05004927 |
| Title |
Violins and Violin Makers Biographical Dictionary of the Great Italian Artistes, their Followers and Imitators, to the present time. With Essays on Important Subjects Connected with the Violin. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Preface -- Introduction -- Violin makers, alphabetically arranged -- Bow makers -- Cremona -- Amati family -- Stradiuarius -- On the Cremona varnish -- Guarnerius -- Steiner -- Why are certain violins of more value than others? -- On the production of good tone in violins -- Great players and their instruments -- General notes -- Repairs of instruments -- Addenda. |
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| Summary | "Violins and Violin Makers" by Joseph Pearce is a biographical dictionary of renowned Italian violin makers and their followers, written in the mid-19th century. The book discusses the history and craftsmanship of the violin, emphasizing the contributions of famous artisans and the cherished legacy of instrumental music. It aims to assist amateurs and collectors by providing valuable insights into recognizing quality in violins. The opening of this work presents an overview of the significance and artistry of the violin, detailing its evolution and the high regard in which it is held. Pearce explains the extreme variation in value among violins and highlights the importance of being able to discern genuine instruments from imitations. He expresses appreciation for the work of significant violin makers, including the Amati family and Stradivari, while addressing the challenges amateur musicians face in acquiring high-quality instruments. The author's intent is to educate and enlighten readers about the beauty and complexities associated with the violin-making craft. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Violin |
| Subject | Violin makers |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37309 |
| Release Date | Sep 4, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 112 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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