The American Violin
The American Violin

Author: Christopher Germain

Publisher:

Published: 2016-06-01

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780692643396

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A comprehensive survey tracing the development and art of violin and bow making in America

The Sound of Life's Unspeakable Beauty
The Sound of Life's Unspeakable Beauty

Author: Martin Schleske

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

Published: 2020-04-14

Total Pages: 421

ISBN-13: 1467458643

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Christianity Today Book Award in Culture and the Arts (2021) “In the final analysis, music is prayer cast into sound.” One of the greatest luthiers of our time reveals the secrets of his profession—and how each phase of handcrafting a violin can point us toward our calling, our true selves, and the overwhelming power and gentleness of God’s love. Schleske explains that our world is flooded with metaphors, parables, and messages from God. But are we truly listening? Do we really see? Drawing upon Scripture, his life experiences, and his insights as a master violinmaker, Schleske challenges readers to understand the world, ourselves, and the Creator in fresh ways. The message of this unique book is mirrored in sensitive photographs by Donata Wenders, whose work has appeared in prominent newspapers and magazines, including The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and Esquire, as well as museums and galleries throughout the world.

Violin Restoration
Violin Restoration

Author: Hans Weisshaar

Publisher: Hans Weisshaar & Margaret Shipman

Published: 1988-01-01

Total Pages: 261

ISBN-13: 9780962186103

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This book contains 41 chapters of detailed repair description, 125 photographs, 60 technical illustrations, & a pattern pocket with 18 patterns. Limited edition of 2000 numbered copies. A review in the international magazine THE STRAD begins, "This is an impressive looking & important book for violin makers. Produced by two of the world's leading practitioners of the craft of violin restoration, it sets out to describe the techniques used in their workshops & to make these techniques available to the violin maker who lacks easy access to training in restoration workshops." The bulletin of the Violin Society of America states, "This long-awaited text presents the art & science of violin repair in a manner so clear in its concept & so unambiguous in its language that it is as enjoyable to read as it is informative. This book should rapidly become a vital reference work for violin makers everywhere." Published & distributed by the authors, 627 North Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004.