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FocusSentimental Work: Roger Tapping
Listening to Brahms’s String Sextet no.1 op.18 is one of the earliest memories of the Juilliard Quartet violist – and might even be the reason why he took up the viola
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FocusSentimental Work: Guy Johnston
The Walton Cello Concerto brings back fond memories for the British cellist, from one of his first concerts to a recent performance by early mentor Steven Isserlis
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FocusStepping up: Postcard from Munich
Held every three years, the Hindemith International Viola Competition moved beyond its local origins to become a truly world-class event in 2021 – and a fitting tribute to its namesake, as Carlos María Solare reports
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FocusOpinion: To speak plainly
Teaching a young student with Down’s syndrome has taught Jacqueline Vanasse the value of simple concepts and hands-on rewards
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Premium ❘ ArticleJanuary 2022: Welcome
The Strad’s editor Charlotte Smith introduces the January 2022 issue
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Premium ❘ ArticleSoundpost: Letters to the Editor January 2022
A selection of letters The Strad receives each month from its readers around the world: January 2022 issue
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Premium ❘ NewsAnalysis January 2022: Remote possibilities
Launched last year, the ABRSM’s online Grade 5 theory exam proved controversial among students and teachers alike. How has the board responded, and have matters improved? By Peter Somerford
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Premium ❘ NewsCompetitions, Awards and Appointments: January 2022
This month’s competition results, appointments and forthcoming contests
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Premium ❘ ArticleAuction Report: January 2022
The autumn sales saw a newcomer take the stage, in the form of Tarisio’s Berlin sale room. Kevin MacDonald reports on some of the highlights in London and Germany
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Premium ❘ ArticleProducts January 2022: Schilbach flexible steel ruler
A flexible ruler, made from spring-tempered stainless steel
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Premium ❘ ArticleProducts January 2022: For-Tune Opal Titan strings
For-Tune adds G and C strings to its Opal Titan cello set
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Premium ❘ ArticleProducts January 2022: Hidersine Reserve21 violin and cello rosin
Violin and cello rosins demanding a modified recipe and method
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Premium ❘ FeatureTrade Secrets: Making purfling
A guide for luthiers who prefer to create their own strips to use in their instruments, rather than buy them ready-made
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Premium ❘ FeatureMy Space: Maria Sandner
The Germany-based luthier specialises in making miniature violins
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Premium ❘ FeatureMaking Matters: Seeing in a different light
Andreas Hudelmayer and Andreas Hampel conclude their two-part investigation into the use of UV light by examining its use in varnish drying – and offer tips on using it effectively
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Premium ❘ FeatureTechnique: Playing the viola with a small frame
Fingerings and tricks to reduce pain and over-exertion for petite musicians
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Premium ❘ FeatureFrom the Archive: January 1892
Pedagogue George Brayley offers a list of Violin Don’ts – possibly intended as New Year’s Resolution ideas for readers
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FocusAmit Peled: Life Lessons
The Israeli–American cellist talks about body awareness and the importance of taking the initiative
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FocusFrom the Archive: December 1951
In his lifetime, Tossy Spivakovsky (1906–98) was known for his innovative bowing style. Samuel Applebaum visits him at home to learn his secrets
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FocusOpinion: Playing the game
In addition to technical mastery, musicians need to understand the ‘game rules’ of every performing tradition and musical culture, write Dudok Quartet Amsterdam musicians Judith van Driel and David Faber
