Publisher: Carl Fischer
Foreword by Rachel Barton Pine
For intermediate players
Exercises for the Violin in Various Combinations of Double-Stops

The most important accomplishment is the development of a strong left hand that is set up so that the fingers rise and drop consistently landing on the same part of the finger. The first joint of each will hopefully develop strength and flexibility while the thumb gently supports the side of the neck without tension.
These exercises, when practiced slowly and carefully, should also help to develop a keen sense of pitch and intonation.

Table of contents:
Introduction
About Roland Vamos
Letter from Rachel Barton Pine
Pattern I
Pattern II
Pattern III
Pattern IV
Pattern V
Pattern VI
Pattern VII
Index of Basic patterns