The Violin Explained: Components, Mechanism, and Sound

Beament, James

ISBN 10: 0198166230 / ISBN 13: 9780198166238

Published by Oxford Clarendon Press 1997, 1997

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FIRST EDITION, SECOND IMPRESSION 8vo. black cloth hardback, gilt, in unclipped dust jacket. 245pp., Indexed, illustrated in b/w. A clean copy with no previous owners' markings or inscriptions. Light foxing to endpapers and top edge, soiling to foredge. Head and foot of cloth spine a little bumped. Dust jacket spine rather faded with light wear to top and base. Overall a Good+ Copy in Very Good Dust Jacket. (Shelf 92) ISBN: 0198166230 PLEASE NOTE: Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.** Pictures available upon request.** Visit our homepage for our shop opening hours. Over 20,000 books in stock - come and browse. PayPal, credit and most debit cards welcome. Books posted worldwide. For any queries please contact us direct.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Violin Explained: Components, Mechanism, and Sound
• Publisher: Oxford Clarendon Press 1997
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0198166230
• ISBN 13: 9780198166238
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included

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Synopsis

Throughout its history the violin has had a mystique with many curious beliefs. Physicists have now discovered how it produces its sound, though this knowledge is largely inaccessible to makers and players. This book explains how strings vibrate and the roles of the bow, bridge and body, glue and varnish, without assuming the reader has any scientific background. But physical sound is a poor indicator of the sensations it produces, and the core of the book explains how that sound relates to the sensations we hear. This leads to the conclusion that most of the myths are groundless, but also that nothing can be achieved by applying any modern technology to making or playing; indeed, it would be a disaster if that happened. Practical advice on strings, maintenance, purchase, and children's instruments conclude the discussion. This book is intended for amateur and professional violin makers; string players/performers; string teachers and students; students of acoustics/electronic instruments.

Review

a comprehensive look at what is known about the mechanics of the violin family. In a very readable and non-mathematical style he explains the nature of sound production...and confronts the question of tone assessment. Professor Beament's book is a refreshing read full of information which goes a long way to filling a distinct gap in the market. (The Strad)