A handy, accessible, thorough, and convenient guide for string players who want to get the most out of their instrument. This Tipbook offers you a truckload of information, delivered at the right pace, including topics such as selecting and play-testing violins and violas, buying strings, bows and accessories, maintenance and tuning, and the history and the family of the instrument, as well as a violinist’s glossary. Written in collaboration with and proofread by musicians, teachers, technicians, and other experts, for beginners, students, and advanced players.

Hugo Pinksterboer (text), Gijs Bierenbroodspot (design and illustrations).
132 Pages. ISBN 90 76192 39 1. List price U.S. $9.95

Tipbooks can be purchased at bookstores, music stores, and other outlets as well as at www.musicdispatch.com and other internet bookstores.


Press reviews
· Interesting sections on the history and manufacture; Really, it’s all here; Tips on maintenance are excellent. – Fiddle On Magazine
· … I found myself drawn into the articles on buying an instrument and how to determine sound qualities from the build of the instrument. – European String Teachers Association


The Internet offers loads of additional information on your instrument. Some good starting points for violinists and violists are:
· maestronet.com
· www.bright.net/~hhelser/index.html
· violink.com
· members.aol.com/FiddleNet
· American Federation of Violin and Bow Makers - www.afvbm.com
· The Smithsonian Institute - www.si.edu/resource/faq/nmah/music.htm#Violins
· Violin Society Of America - www.vsa.to