Making the bow come off the string is a delicate art. Rok Klopčič looks at various approaches
Exploring the fascinating story of the 1677 'Romanov' Nicolò Amati viola – once part of Russia's Imperial Collection. Plus, the Royal Danish Orchestra's fine instrument collection, and casting professional musicians in film and TV roles.
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Degrees is The Strad’s international guide to further education for string players. Find details of courses in 50 countries worldwide, including the main string teachers on each, to help you make an informed decision about where to study next.
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Top players introduce their chosen masterclass piece.
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ln the first of two articles, Leila Josefowicz explores ideas of feverishness, hallucination, death and resurrection in the second movement of a great 20th-century concerto
The German violist looks at how to tackle the challenges in the first movement of this important audition piece with style, panache and calm
The German cellist looks at the importance of connection, colour and line in the work’s third movement
