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> Scales, A new enthusiasm for
inigo
post Aug 25 2012, 08:26 AM
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I ordered a copy of Simon Fischer's Scales book a little while ago, and thought I'd just share the joy! Really great book, and is having a positive effect on my intonation and tone already (in my humble opinion that is). It looks like a big and daunting pile of stuff, but really it is quite accessible and easy to use; it seemed like good way to improve technique whilst waiting to find a new teacher. I have his other publications, but this is the first one I have really got to grips with. Anyone else had a look?
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post Aug 25 2012, 01:03 PM
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Thanks for the recommendation. I shall have a look to see if I can find a 'look inside' view of it.
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post Aug 25 2012, 06:05 PM
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I'm with you on the sudden passion for scales! I just finished my first year at conservatoire and have to admit scales weren't a staple of mine, and were only played consistently in the 2 months up to technical exams. But I decided I want to try get a really high mark next year so, as of a month or 2 ago i'm doing scales at least 45 mins a day of them, and to my surprise really enjoying them! Even the minor melodic double stop scales in 3rds, should I be worried (IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) Don't use that book though, I have the Collier book and of course Flesch (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Aug 26 2012, 08:29 PM
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I'm thinking of buying a scale book (violin). (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) What does everybody think is really good, and why?

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post Aug 26 2012, 09:04 PM
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QUOTE(Geranium @ Aug 26 2012, 09:29 PM) *

I'm thinking of buying a scale book (violin). (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) What does everybody think is really good, and why?

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Flesch is probably the best thing you can get, it's a staple for any violinist... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) it has EVERYTHING you could ever think of, and then more... and then some more.
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post Aug 27 2012, 11:39 AM
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QUOTE(Hubicka @ Aug 26 2012, 10:04 PM) *
Flesch is probably the best thing you can get, it's a staple for any violinist... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) it has EVERYTHING you could ever think of, and then more... and then some more.
It's a bit scary looking!
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post Aug 27 2012, 08:31 PM
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QUOTE(Hubicka @ Aug 26 2012, 10:04 PM) *

QUOTE(Geranium @ Aug 26 2012, 09:29 PM) *

I'm thinking of buying a scale book (violin). (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) What does everybody think is really good, and why?

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Flesch is probably the best thing you can get, it's a staple for any violinist... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) it has EVERYTHING you could ever think of, and then more... and then some more.

I agree with the Flesch recommendation, one of the best books in my 'violin library' (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Aug 28 2012, 07:57 AM
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QUOTE(jojo @ Aug 27 2012, 09:31 PM) *
QUOTE(Hubicka @ Aug 26 2012, 10:04 PM) *

QUOTE(Geranium @ Aug 26 2012, 09:29 PM) *

I'm thinking of buying a scale book (violin). (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) What does everybody think is really good, and why?

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/mornincoffee.gif)


Flesch is probably the best thing you can get, it's a staple for any violinist... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) it has EVERYTHING you could ever think of, and then more... and then some more.

I agree with the Flesch recommendation, one of the best books in my 'violin library' (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)


Definitely Flesch, but have a look at Hrimaly too (less scary!). (IMG:style_emoticons/default/ohmy.gif) And the Sevcik scales are worth spending time with as well. I like the Simon Fischer book because of the detailed breakdown into elements.
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post Aug 28 2012, 11:11 PM
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Crabbers Scale Manual is what we've used - completely different approach, using fingerings and commas only instead of pages black with notes - it has helped because the finger patterns become entrenched really easily. It looks a bit weird at first, but is quite easy to get the hang of and the fingerings are sensible. Includes thirds, split thirds, sixths, arpeggios and whole tone scales etc... Here's a link it might be worth a look.
http://www.crabbersscalemanuals.co.uk/scale-manuals
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post Sep 2 2012, 05:46 AM
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Thanks for all your recommendations. I have ordered the Flesch. (Let's hope it doesn't scare me off completely!)

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