Written by renowned violinist Donald Brook, this book provides a comprehensive look at the state of violin playing in the early 20th century. From the technical mastery of Kreisler to the boundary-pushing virtuosity of Ysaye, Brook explores the unique approaches of the most influential violinists of his time.
The book focuses on the resurgence of classic literature from the early 1900s and earlier, highlighting the scarcity and rising costs of these works. It emphasizes the commitment to republishing these timeless texts in affordable, high-quality editions, preserving the original content and artwork for modern readers.
The book focuses on the revival of classic literature from the early 1900s and earlier, highlighting the scarcity and rising costs of these works. It emphasizes the commitment to republishing these timeless pieces in affordable, high-quality editions that preserve the original text and artwork, making them accessible to a modern audience.
biographical sketchs of well-known orchestral conductors including notes on the leading symphony orchestras, and a short biography of the late Sir Henry Wood