No. 332, September/October 2026

On the cover: violinist and violist Patrick Yim cultivates harmony between China and the West.

Elsewhere, you’ll find the College & Conservatory special section that explores the role mentors play in developing a musician’s life and future, a new course that teaches students
how to lead an orchestra program, and the important role a luthier plays in a string student’s life.

Also in this issue:

• Heleen du Plessis teaches players how to avoid injury
• Epongue Ekille juggles a demanding job with studies at Juilliard
• Three string players with disabilities on the challenges of touring
• Katie Jacoby’s family heirloom
• A quick guide to portamento
  

And more . . .