No. 279, July 2018
Second Act
Cellist Lynn Harrell on his film debut and the artistic similarities between acting and making music
By David Templeton
Einstein’s Violin
The famous scientist’s prized instrument hit a high note when it sold for more than a half-million dollars at auction
By Rebecca Rego Barry
Reaching Out
Violinist Ilmar Gavilán and the Harlem Quartet are on a mission to connect audiences with the varied repertoire they love
By Whitney Phaneuf
SPECIAL FOCUS: 2018 Buyer’s Guide
Accessorize Your Musical Life
Make string playing a part of your signature style
By Megan Westberg & Stephanie Powell
Trial Run
A guide to selecting your next bow
By Cristina Schreil
How to Buy a Stringed Instrument at Auction
Take a few simple steps before you bid to make the best purchase
By Greg Cahill
2018 ‘Strings’ Buyer’s Guide Directory
Editor’s Note
News & Notes
Wigmore Hall Quartet Competition results, plus Milestones, 5 Minutes with Laurie Niles, and more
Shop Talk
Baroque bow maker Ralph Ashmead on being a ‘woodaholic’
What’s in the Case?
Violist Daniel Avshalomov on his 1568 Amati that sends a rich, dark tone to the back of the hall
Tales of the Trade
Eugene Thordahl of Bjorn Hide Glue helps luthiers in sticky situations
On My Music Stand
Violinist Francesca Dego on Castelnuovo-Tedesco’s ‘Ballade’
Tech Support
The keys to successful chamber-music sight reading
REVIEWS
For the Record: Violinist Ezinma fuses beats and classical music on her latest album ‘Key of Black Minor.' On Record: Cellist Zuill Bailey tackles two beloved Haydn works, and more.
