Description: THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO BOWS OF VIOLIN FAMILY By Gabriel Schaff 2009- Studley Printing, MA. Hardcover BRAND NEW. Signed by the author, if requested.Shipping in the USA via USPS Media mail. Ask about international shipping costs. First of its kind, this book is the only source you need to guide you through the mysteries and marvels of violin, viola and cello bow, their history, acquisition and value. This beautifully made 8 by 10 inch clothbound hardcover book regularly sells online and in stores between $69 and $80+. Special discounted price for a limited time. Sample pages are shown, with reviews and comments shown below. COMMENTS AND REVIEWS Congratulations on your contribution, both to the trade and to musicians. I appreciate the intelligence of the scope of the book and the historical references you site.Paul Childs, bow expert...an excellent first book for someone who is just coming to appreciate the importance of a fine bow. Well thought-out and well written. I wish that Schaff's Essential Guide had been available when I began my journey into the world of bows.Matt Wehling, bow maker. The Strad April 2010This wonderful compendium of bows tells you what to look for, how to shop for this deceptively simple device, and how to care for it. Here's the ultimate book for the bow enthusiast. For the price of a re-hair you can own it.Stringendo, Australian String Teachers Association. July 2010A useful introduction to the mysteries of the fine bow market for musicians hoping to find the proverbial magic wand--without losing their shirt. Schaff succeeds in giving the buyer enough of an orientation to recognize the big names, ask good questions, and understand the answers without getting bogged down. There's practical advice on where and how to shop.Erin Shrader, Lutherie Editor, Strings magazine July 2009Congratulations: it's beautiful, and very well done. I'm afraid that I have no intention of sharing it with our library, as I want to keep it for myself.Leon Botstein, President, Bard College. Music Director, American Symphony OrchestraYour book, The Essential Guide to Bows of the Violin Family was money well spent. Thank you very much and congratulations .Jose Nunez Rohon, Luthier
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Book Title: The Essential Guide to Bows of the Violin Family
Title: MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Age Level: Adults, Young Adults
Original Language: English
Edition: Collector's Edition, First Edition, Limited Edition
Publication Year: 2009
Type: Illustrated Book
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Illustrated, Limited/Special Edition
Author: Gabriel Schaff
Features: Illustrated
Genre: Music, History, Art & Culture
Topic: 18th Century, 19th Century, 20th Century, 21st Century, Fine Arts, Music, Musical Instruments, Personal Development
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Number of Pages: 96
