Handbook Of Violin Playing - Online tutorial
A Tutorial For Classical Style Violin, full online instruction.
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THE TECHNIQUE OF VIOLIN PLAYING. |
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with a full close. In a series of shake's the turn is reserved for the last: — |
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Usually the lower note of the two constituting the trill is taken first. If it is intended that the upper note should begin the trill, it will be indicated by a small note before the principal note: —
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The upper note of the trill is always understood to be in accordance with the key. If it is meant to be raised or lowered a semitone, a sharp or flat will be placed over the shake. |
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To execute the trill evenly, it must first be practised slowly. The finger making the trill must be lifted high, falling upon the string with firmness and elasticity, so that it is again lifted high. The bow meantime passes lightly over the string. The trill is studied upon every note in both tones and semitones. |
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