The Galamian Contemporary Violin Technique – Book 1 (Part 1 and 2)

The Galamian Contemporary Violin Technique Book 1 (Part 1 and 2)

Scale and Arpeggio Exercises with Bowing and Rhythm Patterns

This comprehensive guide, crafted by Ivan Galamian and Frederick Neumann, centres on the belief that true technical mastery arises more from mental control over muscles than mere finger agility. Thus, it emphasises the importance of challenging the violinist’s cognitive abilities.

The book serves as a remedy for common challenges faced by advancing violin students by methodically addressing and resolving them. Divided into two primary sections, the first tackles scale and arpeggio exercises, while the second delves into bowing and rhythm patterns. Notably, the section on bowing and rhythm is detachable. Those seeking exercises on double and multiple stops should refer to Volume 2.

Also Available:The Galamian Contemporary Violin Technique Book2