February/March 2001, Issue 92

  

It’s in the Bag
Having the right instrument case can mean the difference between peace of mind and disaster. But how do you choose? Heather Scott examines the options. Read this exclusive review of violin and viola cases on-line.

Marathon Man
Cellist David Finckel tells Edith Eisler how he manages a busy career as a member of the Emerson Quartet while also performing in a duo, running a record label, and organizing festivals with his wife, Wu Han.

Summer Study 2001
With spring in the air, it’s time to start making summer plans—and there are plenty of programs to choose from. Find out about what’s new and then look through the more than 250 listings in our Summer Study Guide.
Click here for the on-line listings.

DEPARTMENTS

News and Notes Cape Breton fiddler Natalie MacMaster keeps racking up the awards. Read about her on-line. Plus a report from the American Jazz String Summit, on-line answers to your classical-music questions, and more. Click here for the latest news.

Q & A Answers to your questions about the right age to start the cello, composer Fritz Seitz, and more.

Letter from La Jolla Bob Moon has attended many a music festival, but finds that SummerFest La Jolla tops them all.

Practical Musician Can’t seem to get your practice time in order? Tom Heimberg shows how practice planners can help. Read the story on-line.

Classified Marketplace Check out our classified ads on-line by clicking here.

Market Report CodaBow releases the new Aspire, Grove's goes on-line, fall auctions flourish, and more. Click here to get the market news. Read the latest instrument auction news and results on-line.

Encore A recent book reveals the controversial style of teacher Dorthy DeLay.

REVIEWS

In Print Jeffrey Solow reveals his sources for tracking down obscure but worthy repertoire. Read about it here.

On Record A crop of recent historical reissues has produced many gems, finds Benjamin Ivry. Read the review essay on-line.

On Stage Bob Moon checks out the concert scene in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Short Takes Discover Transylvanian fiddling, the genius of Dorothy DeLay, and details of the Bach Cello Suites.

Cover: Violin and viola cases photographed by Garrison Beau Scott, © 2001.

 


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