Course Syllabus
Right-Hand & Bow Arm Principles
This lesson focuses on strengthening the stability of your right hand. Through a series of carefully curated exercises, you'll expand the range of motion of your bow, laying a solid foundation for enhanced control and fluidity in your violin playing.
Increase Range of Motion
This lesson utilizes Kreutzer Etude No. 2 as a practical exercise for playing in multiple parts of the bow, exploring a variety of bowing patterns and articulations to refine your skill and versatility in violin playing.
Bow Changes
In this lesson, Feldmann guides you through specialized techniques to enhance the fluidity of your bow arm, complemented by practical tips and exercises designed to smooth bow transitions.
Exercises for String Crossings
Enhance your legato playing in this lesson, where Feldmann leads you through exercises aimed at achieving smooth string crossings. Delve into the practice of scales and Kreutzer etudes, designed to ensure seamless transitions between strings.
Rhythmic Patterns
Explore the versatility of Kreutzer Etude No. 2 in this lesson, using the etude as a platform to practice various rhythmic patterns commonly found in violin repertoire to further enhance the foundation of your bowing technique.
Application in Repertoire
Feldmann explores the application of fluid bow changes and string crossing in renowned violin repertoire. This lesson features practical examples from Paganini's Caprice No. 2 and the concertos of Tchaikovsky, Brahms, and Bartok, offering a deep understanding and refined approach to these essential techniques in complex musical contexts.
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