Lisa Batiashvili Finds the Meaning of Life in the Works of the Masters
Georgia-born violinist joins the world of greatly talented young performers
by Laurence Vittes
When I first heard Lisa Batiashvili play at the Hollywood Bow... Read More...
Stories
The Effects of a Tailpiece on Tone
By Erin Shrader
“It’s amazing how they are overlooked in terms of aesthetics and function,” marvels Eric Meyer, when asked about tailpieces. “Especially sinc... Read More...
Interview with Violinist Sarah Chang
Adulthood is offering a new world of opportunities for this former child prodigy
by James Reel
It’s easy enough to earn ovations when you’re an adorable ten... Read More...
Chinese Made Stringed Instruments Are Becoming Increasingly Common in US Shops
The Asian nation has become a major player in the US stringed-instrument market
by Kevin McKeough
The violins, violas, cellos, and double basses can be fou... Read More...
Gidon Kremer Celebrates Five Years with the Kremerata Baltica
By Daniel Felsenfeld
At the point in his extremely distinguished career at which violin soloist Gidon Kremer could well be resting on his own hard-earned lau... Read More...
Sticky Business: How Rosin Is Made
Could any violinist rosin up with raw pine sap? What is rosin, anyway? Here's a look at how rosin is made and why it's essential for string players.
Yo-Yo Ma: On the Silk Road
Cellist and classical music icon Yo-Yo Ma discusses his world-music project
by Edith Eisler
Yo-Yo Ma is one of those rare people who can make even a hardene... Read More...
Profile: Violist Kim Kashkashian
A conversation with the preeminent violist
by Edith Eisler
"Wherever you are, in any situation, you always have pluses and minuses. At some point, one may o... Read More...
A Conversation with Hilary Hahn at Age 19
At 19, American violinist Hilary Hahn is one of the most impressive and musically compelling artists in the ever-growing galaxy of young virtuosos.
How Juilliard Violin Teacher Dorothy DeLay Turns Pupils into Performers
Violin teacher Dorothy DeLay has been extraordinarily successful in turning gifted young students into promising performers.