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Dvd video making a cello as an example, henry strobel demonstrates and explains the procedures used by the violin maker. The purpose of this guide is to give basic information about violin making. The step by step series is a collection of exercise books cds for violin based on the mothertongue approach. There are drawings and photographs of violins made step by step.

Detailed, closeup and complete, it supplements the step by step books, but it is also an independent educational source. Books go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals store. For use with violin making, step by step by henry a. Viola making, step by step for use with violin making.

Michael darntons violin making book pdf book making. There are extensive descriptions for traditional violin making and brief descriptions of alternative methods for violin making included. Henry strobel publisher, mar 1, 2002 music 80 pages. In step by step you find so many good, supportive details. Born in indiana in 1936, he had a first career as an electronic design engineer, and was one of the founders of digital telephone systems, inc. Book catalog of henry strobel, violin maker and publisher. To make the best of the electronic format, all the images are in vector graphic format svg, drawn to. Making a good violin really comes down to one thing. Don has developed his craft over the past 20 years based on sources such as sacconnis secrets of stradivari, vsa journals, and catgut acoustical society journals. Eden vaningrosens series of violin books are the easiest, most step by step way to learn violin. Strobel on anything that he has written in this book. Photoillustrated with 115 photos of the violin and a demonstration of the violin as it was built. His first book, useful measurements for violin makers, has become a universal reference, but there are now fourteen books and a video on making, repairing, adjusting, and understanding instruments and bows of the violin family. Strobel is the author of useful measurements for violin makers 4.

Henry strobel jr is a business partner, but also an apprentice. Among the most comprehensive and comprehensible books on violin making are the ones written and published by henry a. I also intend to leave the mold in place until after i have set the neck, so i have quite a way to go on that step. If you are serious, these books are valuable resources.

Violin making, step by step edition 2 available in paperback. This includes all the essential items, care and maintenance tips, beginning lessons, and more, that will get you up to speed on the violin as fast as possible. While there is no substitute for the actual experience of the violin shop, a good video of the work being done live can fill a substantial part. Illustrated with 115 photographs of the model violin leandro bisiach, and of the demonstration violin as it was made, step by step. The clear photos and detailed texts provided make these books an ideal companion for the novice as. Youll learn it all, from traditional making techniques to varnish, setup, and playing. The process of making a master cello, including some alternate tools and techniques, is described in detail and illustrated with numerous photographs. Strobel has written three very popular books covering the fundamentals of building classical stringed instruments. Feb 09, 2018 in this series ill show and explain how a violin is build. Violin making, step by step 1994 edition open library. Yes, it sounds as good as it looks and sold very quickly. Step by step, a violin maker escapes stradivaris shadow.

Cello making, step by step by henry a strobel paperback. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. The violin is a beautiful instrument but it is not as easy to play as it looks. He made use of his fathers advice as well as his book violin making step by step, in this his first violin. Viola making, step by step henry strobel item code 3306. Strobel asequel to and builds on violin making, step by step. Youll have the opportunity to study the work of great makers of the past and to meet great players of the present. Henry strobels violin making step by step as well as his other books are truly outstanding works in the field of modern violin making. Violin making, step by step henry strobel item code 3305. Viola making, step by step for use with violin making, step by step by henry a strobel 19960903 on.

Describes practical and essential steps in violin making. Utilizing technical exercises, music from around the world, classical themes by the. Detailed, closeup and complete, it supplements his step by step making books. Jun 18, 1995 step by step, a violin maker escapes stradivaris shadow. Useful measurements violin makers by henry strobel abebooks. Cello making, step by step book six of the strobel series for violin makers asequel to and builds on violin making, step by step. Dictionary of 20th century italian violin makers product number. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

Step by step book five of the strobel series for violin 10 copies violin makers notebook. Principles and practices book four of the strobel series for violin makers, and more on. Watch me make a cello, step by step henry strobel on. Violin making, step by step if a beginner could own only one book. Progressive stepbystep easy beginners fiddle lessons written by a professional violin teacher easytoread violin music full color photos and diagrams 64 violin exercises and popular easy violin songs for beginners in classical violin, world music fiddle, bluegrass fiddle and folk fiddle styles. Id have to recommend this one above all the others. Viola making step by step by henry strobel note, this also crossreferences. Strobel 1 edition first published in 1995 not in library. Auto suggestions are available once you type at least 3 letters.

Each of the nine stages referenced below has its own captioned slideshow. Making a viola the photo essay on these pages illustrates the process of building a viola, step by step. Detailed, closeup and complete, it supplements the step by step books. But artistic violin making cannot be learnt from books alone. Editor, vmaai journal and a director of the violin society of america. Our violins are made from incredibly durable, incredibly beautiful materials that deliver a sound that even surpasses their aesthetics. Also includes information and illustrations for a wide range of traditional and modern viola styles, sizes, and other considerations. The strobel books for violin makers are professional, concise, and convenient, reflecting traditional, conservative, and artistic. He teaches the complete, traditional method from selecting and sharpening the proper tools to adjusting and varnishing the finished violin. A sequel to and builds on violin making, step by step. He has also based his design on harry wakes the technique of violin making and henry strobel s violin making step by step. Henry strobel took the job of making a violin, viola, or cello, and separated all the individual tasks into a very.

The book contains full size drawings to make a stradivarius style violin. Book 1 available for violin, viola, and cello includes a cd featuring performances of all the pieces and exercises with piano. Strobel violin ml618le strobel violin ml617le 2017 whether a beginner or a rapidly advancing player, solid aged tonewoods and an unwavering attention to detail have proven model 100 violins a trusted favorite of strings programs everywhere. Amazon cello making, step by step strobel, henry a.

Stepbystep guide for the violin beginner here we cover stepbystep all the resources youll need to get started on the violin. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now. Education is an investment, and you want to know youre getting your moneys worth. Principles and practices book four of 4 copies cello making. Watch me make a cello step by step by henry strobel cello making live. The clear photos and detailed texts provided make these books an ideal companion for the novice as well as. The curriculum vmsa the violin making school of america.

A historical and practical treatise on the science and art of viola making. Includes full size drawings for making a stradivari model violin. Step by step, youll make seven violins and a cello, or if you prefer six violins, one viola, and one cello. Jan dobbins strings in step violin book 1 book and cd forces or category. The aspiring violin maker will have the opportunity to build an instrument from start to.

Strobel, including useful measurements for violin makers. Formats and editions of violin making, step by step. Violin makers notebook health of the violin, viola and cello how to improve the resonance conditions of musical instruments by vibrationdedamping, elimination of wolf notes, other adjustments by prof. The strobel books for violin makers are professional, concise, and convenient, reflecting traditional, conservative, and artistic work. This book is fundamental to traditional violin makers. Step by step instrument making a journey of miles most any task can be broken down into a series of more manageable steps discrete tasks within the larger task, that, taken individually, are not overwhelming. From the very beginning, it will provide a solid foundation in instrumental technique for suzuki and traditional approaches in private lessons or group settings. Violin making, as it was and is being a historical, theoretical, and practical treatise on the science and art of violin making, for the use of violin makers and players, amateur and professional. Practical acoustics of instruments of the violin family. Title author type language date edition publication. Useful measurements for violin makers by strobel, henry a. Illustrated with 115 photographs of the model violin leandro bisiach, and of the demonstration violin as it was made, step by step, by henry strobel.

Books can be precise, concise, and efficient for learning and day to day reference. Includes fullsize drawings for a smaller1558, 397mm viola. Henry strobel took the job of making a violin, viola, or cello, and separated all the individual tasks into a very manageable series of small incremental steps. Violin making, step by step by henry strobel the art and method of the violin maker immediately below is a companion volume to this one, and of interest to makers who desire more information about violin making. Cello making, step by step book six of the strobel series for violin makers by henry a. Viola making, step by step as always, i recommend henry s books without reservation. Same format as violin making, step by step and cello making, step by step. Henry strobel is the authorpublisher of seven books on violin, viola, and cello making, repair, and adjustment, which are used worldwide. Watch the whole process from selecting the wood through sharpening the tools, every detail of making closeup, varnishing, and a miniconcert by the buyer. Strings in step violin book 1 book and cd jan dobbins. Full size drawings for the 44 755 mm cello and its inside mold. This book is suitable for a beginner, advanced or interested violin maker.

Follow derek roberts progress as he works from choosing the wood to the completed violin in the white. Violin making, step by step henry strobel item code 3305 a complete and traditional method of the steps of making a violin. Mar 02, 20 step by step instrument making a journey of miles most any task can be broken down into a series of more manageable steps discrete tasks within the larger task, that, taken individually, are not overwhelming. I can tell you that these books cds will certainly help parents to improve their own musical knowledge, their own violin playing if they like to learn along with their child and especially the practise results with their children. His organization and depth of attention to detail are simply unmatched in any other published works on this subject. Describes practical and essential steps in cello making. The technique of violin making describes the details of making a violin from form to finish with illustrations and fullscale working drawings. The process of making and adjusting a master cello is described in detail and illustrated with numerous photos. Asequel to and builds on violin making, step by step. For this instrument i use a single piece birdeye maple back and scroll and a spruce top. Preceded by an essay on the violin and its position as a musical instrument, edward heronallen, 1914, violin, 366.

The aspiring violin maker will have the opportunity to build a full size instrument from start to finish with the help of step by step tutorials accompanied by drawn images. This series of articles shows how a violin is made by hand by a professional violin maker in the traditional way. Violin making live watch me make a cello step by step. This book is complete with traditional and alternative methods from sharpening tools to. Start by marking cello making, step by step book six of the strobel series for violin makers as want to read. Photoillustrated, from sharpening tools to varnishing and adjustment.

A quick and easy guide to talk, impress, and make anyone like you conversation starters, improve your social skills,how to talk to anyone book 1. Making a cello as an example, henry strobel demonstrates and explains the procedures used by the violin maker. Lesson by lesson any person, any adult, any senior, any child, even as young as four years old, can learn, and love, playing the violin. These books were written to make learning the violin as simple as possible. Strobel has written three very popular books covering the.

It takes hard work to become good violin player, but with practice, you can do it. My real world violin shop henry strobel item code 3304. The way i have chosen to use my mold french methodribs flush to one side of the mold precludes my adding the back linings until after i remove the mold. Viola making, step by step for use with violin making, step by step author. Henry strobel violin making, step by step henry strobel. Step by step, 2nd edition book five of the strobel series for violin makers 9780962067365.