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January 2022: Welcome
The Strad’s editor Charlotte Smith introduces the January 2022 issue
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Soundpost: Letters to the Editor January 2022
A selection of letters The Strad receives each month from its readers around the world: January 2022 issue
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Analysis January 2022: Remote possibilities
Launched last year, the ABRSM’s online Grade 5 theory exam proved controversial among students and teachers alike. How has the board responded, and have matters improved? By Peter Somerford
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Competitions, Awards and Appointments: January 2022
This month’s competition results, appointments and forthcoming contests
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Auction Report: January 2022
The autumn sales saw a newcomer take the stage, in the form of Tarisio’s Berlin sale room. Kevin MacDonald reports on some of the highlights in London and Germany
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Products January 2022: Schilbach flexible steel ruler
A flexible ruler, made from spring-tempered stainless steel
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Products January 2022: For-Tune Opal Titan strings
For-Tune adds G and C strings to its Opal Titan cello set
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Products January 2022: Hidersine Reserve21 violin and cello rosin
Violin and cello rosins demanding a modified recipe and method
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Trade Secrets: Making purfling
A guide for luthiers who prefer to create their own strips to use in their instruments, rather than buy them ready-made
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My Space: Maria Sandner
The Germany-based luthier specialises in making miniature violins
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Making Matters: Seeing in a different light
Andreas Hudelmayer and Andreas Hampel conclude their two-part investigation into the use of UV light by examining its use in varnish drying – and offer tips on using it effectively
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Technique: Playing the viola with a small frame
Fingerings and tricks to reduce pain and over-exertion for petite musicians
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From the Archive: January 1892
Pedagogue George Brayley offers a list of Violin Don’ts – possibly intended as New Year’s Resolution ideas for readers
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Amit Peled: Life Lessons
The Israeli–American cellist talks about body awareness and the importance of taking the initiative
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From the Archive: December 1951
In his lifetime, Tossy Spivakovsky (1906–98) was known for his innovative bowing style. Samuel Applebaum visits him at home to learn his secrets
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Opinion: Playing the game
In addition to technical mastery, musicians need to understand the ‘game rules’ of every performing tradition and musical culture, write Dudok Quartet Amsterdam musicians Judith van Driel and David Faber
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A story’s end: Postcard from Mondsee
Running from 27 August to 6 September, this year’s Musiktage Mondsee was the final edition to be directed by the Auryn Quartet. Laurence Vittes witnessed stylish performances amid stunning Austrian scenery – a fitting farewell to the 40-year-old ensemble
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Sentimental Work: François Rabbath
Performing Bach’s Cello Suites on the double bass was unheard of when the 90-year-old bassist was starting out – but now they’re almost considered standard repertoire
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Classical oasis: Postcard from Dubai
This summer, Dubai played host to the InClassica International Music Festival and Middle East Classical Music Academy. Charlotte Smith braved soaring temperatures and an array of Covid travel regulations to witness performances by some of the world’s leading string players
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December 2021: Welcome
The Strad’s editor Charlotte Smith introduces the December 2021 issue