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NewsTaliban burns musical instruments
The bonfire occurred near Herat, the third-largest city in Afghanistan
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ArticleMaking Matters: Off-Beat Violins
Luthier Andrew Carruthers demonstrates the sound quality of his ’X’ and ‘O’ violins, the ‘Tabolin’ and the ‘Ripple cello’
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Premium ❘ FeatureBuying the right instrument for you
Whatever your needs, whatever your budget, there's an instrument out there for you. Laurinel Owen suggests some ways to find it
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Premium ❘ FeatureEncouraging independent learning in music lessons
Are scales squeezed out and sightreading neglected? Paul Harris shares some ideas on integrating core skills into your students' lessons
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Premium ❘ FeatureWhat to play when trying out a new stringed instrument
Buying a new instrument is as much about rigorous auditioning as it is about falling in love...
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FocusJacob Stainer: Micro-CT analysis of top-block and pins
In the April 2019 issue of The Strad, Rudolf Hopfner explains how the neck root and top-block of a Jacob Stainer violin made after 1650 gives insights into his working methods – and solves a mystery about the maker’s training in the process. This video, made up of hundreds of ...
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NewsAirBerlin changes hand baggage restrictions to allow violins in the cabin
The airline has responded to recent criticism by string players highlighting its current strict cabin baggage rules
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NewsNorwegian Air twice refuses to carry musical instruments in the cabin in the space of a week
Airline staff insisted violins and violas be checked into the hold - despite both musicians stowing their instruments in the cabin safely on previous occasions
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NewsAir Canada offers discounted fares and priority boarding for musicians
The airline has published new company policy favouring musical instruments on its website
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NewsSwitzerland eases import regulations for musical instruments containing ivory – will the US follow suit?
The League of American Orchestras is attempting to renegotiate transportation rules as part of a larger CITES shake-up
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ArticleThe Strad panel discussion: making music fun for kids
It doesn't matter about their ethnicity, cultural background or whether they are poor or rich - every child loves music. So it's more about educating the parents' The Strad’s third Strad Sunday on 28 June 2015 at London’s Barbican Centre featured a panel discussion on making instrumental ...
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NewsTop lots from spring 2015 London stringed instrument sales
Highlights included a Balestrieri violin, a composite del Gesù violin and the ex-Brodsky Guadagnini
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NewsBonhams auction house closes musical instrument department
The British firm held its final instrument sale on 11 May
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NewsGerman musical instrument sales increase despite decline in string sector
The figures from the Society of Music Merchants record a seven percent increase in 2014
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BlogsFinding your perfect stringed instrument
Jean-Jacques Rampal of Vatelot–Rampal Luthiers, Paris, tells Pauline Harding about the challenges of matching musicians with their ideal musical partners
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NewsCalling Canadian violinists and cellists: applications now open for Musical Instrument Bank
The Canadian organisation loans fine instruments and bows to musicians every three years
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NewsStudy finds musical training may focus attention and reduce anxiety in children
Psychiatrists at the University of Vermont College of Medicine monitored 232 children
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ArticleUS violin dealer Charles Magby charged with first-degree larceny
American instrument dealer Charles Magby was arrested on 23 August on charges of first-degree larceny. According to police in Guilford, Connecticut, several complaints have been made against the 63-year-old owner of Charles H. Magby Fine Violins Ltd, regarding his selling of high-end custom instruments, including violins, cellos, bows, on consignment. ...
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FocusWhat happens when a stolen Strad is recovered?
Violin dealers and musicians are not alone in following the auction performance of rare musical instruments. The spectacular saleroom prices realised by the finest violins have also attracted thieves in search of fresh goods for the illicit art market. While post-theft claims for insured instruments are often quickly settled, the ...