Romantic Violin Performing Practices - A Handbook

This book discusses key issues (and barriers) of putting into practice nineteenth-century violin performing practices, focusing on a modernist revolution in performing practices and aesthetic thought in the twentieth century. It provides practical advice and exercises to enable students to experiment with the assimilation of such practices into their own performance, making it a handbook for violinists. The continued centrality of nineteenth-century music in contemporary concert life makes the importance of the topic self-evident.

Format: Hardback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2020
Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate world of nineteenth-century violin performance, exploring key issues and barriers that hinder the implementation of these practices. It addresses the widely perceived gap between scholarship and the act of performance, acknowledging the transformative impact of a modernist revolution in performing practices and aesthetic thought in the twentieth century. The book focuses on defining romantic violin playing, offering practical insights and evidence-based chapters that discuss essential aspects of performing practice.

The author then transitions into a case-study phase, drawing from their extensive experience to present examples of successful assimilation of these practices into violin performance. The handbook concludes with practical advice and exercises designed to empower students to embark on their own journey of exploring and incorporating these techniques into their own performances.

Recognizing the enduring significance of nineteenth-century music in contemporary concert life, the book aims to serve as a valuable handbook for violinists seeking to embrace and excel in this rich musical tradition. It concludes by looking to the future, suggesting practical ways for violinists to embrace and integrate the discussions presented in the text, ensuring the continued centrality of nineteenth-century music in the world of classical music.

Weight: 612g
Dimension: 163 x 240 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781783275274