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ArticleHow Nicolò Amati’s ‘Romanov’ viola survived its own turbulent history
An instrument of archaic charm and bold dimensions, the 1677 ‘Romanov’ Nicolò Amati viola harks back to the tenor violas made a century before by Nicolò’s grandfather Andrea.
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How a forgotten chamber masterpiece finally saw the light
A powerfully expressive chamber work by one of the most important British composers of the interwar years failed to make it into print – but why? As Rebecca Clarke’s 1923 Rhapsody for cello and piano is published for the first time, John York, who recorded the piece with cellist Raphael ...
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Vacancies at the Royal Conservatoire - Classical Department
The Royal Conservatoire The Hague has an ambitious goal: to train tomorrow’s artists. We help students develop their artistic and creative talents to the highest possible standard.
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Unsung masters from America’s ‘first school’ of bow making
In this extract from the November 2019 issue, Raphael Gold tells the story of Ernst Lohberg, one of three outstanding makers from the early-20th century who trained at William Lewis Son and whose work was revered by Heifetz, Milstein and Stern
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New Products: December 2019
Stradpet titanium tailpiece; Cello Gard foldable cello stand; Musafia case caddy
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Competitions and Award Winners: December
Elias David Moncado Elias David Moncado has won the €20,000 top prize at the International Karol Lipiński Violin Competition in Toruń, Poland. Moncado, 18, of German–Spanish and Malaysian descent, is a student of Pierre Amoyal at the Mozarteum Salzburg. Second prize went to Robert Łaguniak, 22, from ...
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Soundpost: Letters to the Editor
A selection of letters The Strad receives each month from its readers around the world: December 2019 issue
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December 2019: Welcome
The Strad’s editor Charlotte Smith introduces the December 2019 issue
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Bow maker wanted
Alfredo Clemente - Cologne-Germany We are looking for a BOW MAKER to join our team. Full time position Applications: 0049(0)221 5103922 info@clementestrings.com
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Laureates named at Mazzacurati International Cello competition
Dutch cellist Anton Spronk takes the Turin event’s first prize, plust audience and orchestra awards
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David Oistrakh performs Debussy's The Girl with the Flaxen Hair
On the great violinist's birthday today, we share this video of him performing a transcription of Debussy's La fille aux cheveux de lin (The Girl with the Flaxen Hair) with pianist Frida Bauer in 1972, displaying his lauded warmth of tone. Read The Strad's guide to David ...
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2Cellos star Luka Sulic leads his arrangement of Vivaldi’s Spring
Filmed live in Trieste, this video features cellist Luka Šulić performing the first movement of Spring from his own arrangement of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. Šulić is well known as half of the record breaking 2Cellos along with fellow Croat Stjepan Hauser. The two announced a break from the group ...
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Soundpost: Letters to The Strad
A selection of letters The Strad receives each month from its readers around the world: October 2019 issue
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Associate or Assistant Professor of Cello
For nearly 100 years, The Baylor University School of Music has provided transformational experiences that prepare our students for careers in music. We invite applications for a tenure track Associate or Assistant Professor of Cello as part of our esteemed and vibrant string faculty. The successful candidate ...
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Soundpost: Letters to the Strad
A selection of letters The Strad receives each month from its readers around the world: September 2019 issue
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Soundpost: Letters to the Strad
A selection of letters The Strad receives each month from its readers around the world: August 2019 issue
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Principal Viola 75% (with lower chair obligation)
The South Netherlands Philharmonic is an ambitious and flexible symphony orchestra famous for its quality and enthusiasm.
