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August/September 2000
Kim Kashkashian Viola soloist and teacher Kim Kashkashian has faced a life of many choices. She tells Edith Eisler how those decisions have shaped her career. Auditioning the School Choosing the right school can make all the difference in your career—and happiness. Mary VanClay shows you how to find the one that matches your needs. Plus a look at what to expect if you find you need to transfer, by Yvonne Caruthers. Music-School Directory Examine your options with our listing of 126 schools in North America that offer music degrees. Find out all about locations, fees, facilities, teachers, and more. Contributors Editor’s Note Readers Write News and Notes Teacher Paul Kantor celebrates 30 years at Aspen, an on-line database offers free plans for music teachers, Tafelmusik takes on Pinchas Zukerman, and more. In Person Teaching improvisation in Germany, visiting new musical venues in Los Angeles, and more. Q & A Answers to your questions about small violas and cleaning strings. Letter from America Sandra Dackow reveals that the land of plenty offers string programs in only 20 percent of its schools, and lays out a plan of action. Practical Musician Thinking about building a career as a freelancer? Jana Luckey knows how to make it happen. Play It! Debussy’s delightful Children’s Corner has been adapted for string quartet by David Laurence. With music to play. Shoptalk Packing a bow for shipment doesn’t have to be scary—or expensive. Bow maker Peg Baumgartel shows you how. Advertiser Index Market Report Stir up your students with such learning aids as fingerboard stickers, glow-in-the-dark bows, and easy-to-handle electric basses. Plus auction listings from the spring sales. Encore The Curtis Institute of Music celebrates 75 years of excellence in music education with a concert at Carnegie Hall. REVIEWS On Record Benjamin Ivry celebrates the Bach anniversary with an array of wonderful recordings. In Print Michael Freyhan takes another look at neglected composer York Bowen. On Stage Edith Eisler explores the New York music scene. Cover: Violist Kim Kashkashian; photo by Ruth Waltz.
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