Playing and Teaching the Viola

Book excerpt: "As its name suggests, 'Playing and Teaching the Viola' is truly a comprehensive resource for violists--and those who want to be. We [the publishers] are convinced that this must-have volume of more than 230 pages will become known as THE definitive source of practical information on the viola. In the words of its editor, 'Students of all ages who refer to this book will have opportunity to share the wisdom of artist-teachers who prepared the major chapters on beginning, intermediate, and advanced playing. Hundreds of practice tips accompany the skills and exercises discussed in the text. Teachers will profit from new ideas, detailed explanations, photographs, and drawings to complement the exercises that describe specifics of playing, learning, and teaching.'"--Publisher's website.