Violin For Dummies by Katharine Rapoport Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Violin For Dummies
Book Review: There are MUCH better books out there
Summary: 1 Stars
Even though I am learning violin, I am not a dummy, and I do not like to be taught like one. There are much better book out there to learn how to play violin.Book Review: Violin For Dummies
Summary: 5 Stars
This review is long overdue on my part. I ordered this book before its original publication and it was finally released more tha 6 months past its originally estimated release date. I did receive notifications of revised delivery dates, and it was definitely worth the wait! It really begins at the beginning and progresses to serious techniques like slides, postions changes, vibrato etc. with easy to follow explanations, pictures and CD audio and video exercises. I had had good experience with "Dummies" books in the past (mostly computer technology), and this one has absolutely lived up to my optimistic expectations. The fact that it happened to arrive at my house on Christmas Eve was a nice little surprise too!Book Review: Violin Instruction
Summary: 5 Stars
Katharine Rapoport brings a lot of experience to light in this book; designed for the very beginner through advanced. If you are trying to tackle violin pedagogy on your own maybe because you can't afford private lessons or maybe your schedule is not conducive for private lessons, or whatever reason; this book is a good place to start. The instruction is informative, structured, and relaxed in nature.Book Review: Violin for Dummies
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is amazing and it's easy to follow, the writer writes like she speaks so the material is very animated as you read it. I played the violin when I was younger but for years I haven't touched my violin so now I'm trying to get back into reading the notes and playing again and this manual is absolutely great! Very complete in all of its information ...Highly recommended :)Book Review: better than online courses I've tried
Summary: 5 Stars
Goes from the very basic through fairly advanced in manageable steps. Clear and concise with excellent descriptions. Included CD helps with practice pieces and songs.
For less than the price of one music lesson you have a companion guide and reference to help you navigate from beginner to beyond.
I know I sound like a commercial, but I'm a real person who is amazed that someone put in the effort to craft a manual that really helps self starters.
To show you how basic it can be... it tells you how to take the violin in and out of its case.
The lady who wrote the book knows her stuff and how to communicate it. Actually the quick guide on how to hold the violin and bow will save you grief down the line.
Good luck and have fun with it.