Viola da Gamba (Viola Da Gamba)

SKU: HL.48188396

Composed by Jean-Louis Charbonnier. Leduc. Classical. Book Only. 41 pages. Heugel & Cie #HE32496. Published by Heugel & Cie (HL.48188396).

UPC: 888680866167. 8.5x11.0x0.243 inches. French.

As a significant string player, Jean-Louis Charbonnier had extensive knowledge of the musical family and was significantly instrumental in the revival of the Viola de Gamba. He compiled numerous, prolific books for the instrument, Play and Learn the Viola de Gamba being no exception. The Viola de Gamba characteristically has straight back and six or seven strings. However, Charbonnier's Play and Learn the Viola de Gamba provides excellent and clear instruction to progression on the instrument. The book addresses general principles of the Viola de Gamba, including a diagram of the instrument, how to hold the instrument, tuning, changing the frets, how to hold the bow, bowing technique and advice concerning works and editions. For all aspiring players of the Viola de Gamba, Charbonnier's Play and Learn the Viola de Gamba provides excellent insight and instruction for beginners..

Viola da Gamba

SKU: BT.ALHE32647

Composed by Jean-Louis Charbonnier. Method. Score Only. Heugel & Cie #ALHE32647. Published by Heugel & Cie (BT.ALHE32647).

French.

Written in French by Pierre Jacquier and Jean-Louis Charbonnier, L'Art De Jouer La Basse De Viole – Vol. 1 is a method for beginners who want to discover this instrument. Thebook introduces the player to the history of the Viola da Gamba and to the necessary techniques to be able to play.

The book is divided as per below as if it were a game: the first part, “Pieces of thegame” explains where the instrument comes from and the “Rules of the Game” part gives directions to follow to be able to play the instrument. It includes scales, studies, scales and small pieces, as wellasadvice.

This really interesting volume requires some solid music theory knowledge.