The Violin Explained: Components, Mechanism, and Sound

by James Beament

Overview

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. Assuming no scientific background, this unique book explains not only how a violin produces sound but also of how that sound causes what we hear. Drawing on extensive experience as a performer and composer, Beament includes down-to-earth advice on strings, maintenance, purchase, and children's instruments.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780198167396
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	01/18/2001
Edition description:	Revised ed.
Pages:	260
Product dimensions:	9.21(w) x 6.14(h) x 0.55(d)

About the Author

Queens' College, Cambridge

Table of Contents

List of Figures1. Sound and Vibration2. The Vibration of Strings3. The Bridge, Soundpost, and Tailpiece4. The Violin Body5. Resonance and Response6. Hearing String Sound7. Under the Ear and Far Away8. The Bow9. How Glue Works10. Varnish and Varnishing11. Real Strings12. Purchase, Maintenance, and Children's InstrumentsFurther Reading of Several KindsIndex