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The Violinist's Guide (1924 edition), pp. 48, 51 and 52 — the Pulpaneck, Reichenbacher, Schilbach and Schmitt entries, 1924
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1Foreword
3THE first edition of The Violinist's Guide (1916) and the second edition (1920) have been styled the books that sell violins. Our purpose has not been so much to sell as to direct the attention of the buying public to the reliable makers and dealers of America. As all violin lovers know, it is not an easy task to get impartial expert advice; and it is necessary to gather as many facts as possible concerning violins in general before approaching the selection of an instrument which shall be satisfactory.
5The third edition of The Violinist's Guide aims to give accurate information concerning the reliable and authoritative members of the trade. In this there has never been another publication which has approximated either the popularity or the influence of the Guide. The publication will reach prospective violin buyers and the facts carefully examined and weighed by them. While the Guide is not designed for violin firms and makers, members of the trade in large numbers make use of the book for advertising purposes. The list of up-to-date names is valuable to anyone who wishes to circularize the profession.
7Violin artists and teachers usually know a great deal about violins, their makes, and the qualities which give them lasting tone value and beauty. They also frequently have personal connection with special firms and makers, through whom they do most of their buying. It is the amateur buyer who wishes accurate information.
9Descriptive matter is written for his information, is concise, and facts are clearly stated. The list of American violin makers and dealers will be found in the following pages, alphabetically arranged, together with particulars concerning many of them. A careful reading will be of help to the amateur buyer in weighing the facts, and will help the public to discriminate in regard to the character and value of the instrument.
11There are in America hundreds of conscientious and high class violin makers who turn out instruments of the highest order. There are also dealers whose word is absolutely reliable. It is with their well being in mind this work has been undertaken.
13Some Facts About Violin Adjustment
15THE violin is a particularly finely balanced instrument, and since many things now and then occur to affect its tonal beauty, the importance of proper care and adjustment should be considered by every player. It is not expected nor is it necessary that the player should possess an expert knowledge of violin making, but every owner of a good instrument ought to know something about the several factors which exert so great an influence upon the purity of its mellow, singing tones.
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