Notice of Anthony Stradivari, the Celebrated Violin Maker, Known by the Name Stradivarius (1864)

By François-Joseph Fétis

Book Overview

""Notice of Anthony Stradivari, The Celebrated Violin Maker, Known By The Name Stradivarius"" is a book written by Francois Joseph Fetis in 1864. It is a comprehensive study of the life and work of the famous violin maker, Antonio Stradivari, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest luthiers of all time. The book provides a detailed insight into Stradivari's life, his work, and the unique qualities of his instruments. It includes a biography of Stradivari, a detailed analysis of his violins, and a discussion of his techniques and materials. The book also examines the legacy of Stradivari and his influence on the world of music. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of music, the art of violin making, or the life and work of Antonio Stradivari.Preceded By Historical And Critical Researches On The Origin And Transformations Of Bow Instruments, And Followed By A Theoretical Analysis Of The Bow And Remarks On Francis Tourte.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164853783
• ISBN13: 9781164853787
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"