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EDITOR'S LETTER
The view from the Editor's chair
Natalia Gutman
The renowned Russian cellist, whose new disc of Poulenc, Myaskovsky and Britten is out this month, gave a rare interview to fellow cellist ALEXANDER BOYARSKY. He began by asking about her influences.
Digital Bidding
Is it safe to buy stringed instruments online? And can you trust the sellers and descriptions on auction site eBay? CAROLINE GILL investigates.
Made In Japan
The Suzukis brought cheap violins - and a way of learning how to play them - to the masses. But can Japan's master makers survive in today's market? MARGARET MEHL investigates.
Conference Report: Everything's Waiting For You, Downtown
Rhythm drills, Japanese work philosophies, injury solutions - ARIANE TODES found them all among the bewildering varie...
On The Road
International tours bring a wealth of opportunities for discovering new cultures and audiences - along with less plea...
The Play's The Thing
Improvisation isn't just for jazz musicians - it should be used by all players. JULIE LYONN LIEBERMAN argues that we ...