The Essential Handbook For Violinists, Violists & Fiddle Players (Houghton)

The purpose of this book is to provide violin and viola players, teachers and parents of children leaning these instruments with a basic knowledge of the violin and viola from a luthier's perspective.  A luthier is someone who makes and restores musical instruments, lutherie is the art of making instruments.

The book contains a wealth of inside knowledge and expert advice with chapters including:

-Setting Up
-Choosing The Correct Size
-Choosing A New Instrument
-Chinrests And Shoulder Rests
-Strings
-Bows
-Rosin
-Tips For Improving The Sound
-Cleaning