130 YEARS AGO
From the ARCHIVE
Violin professor John Tiplady Carrodus (1836–95) exhorts students to show the same commitment to their craft that he did when he was a boy
FROM THE STRAD
DECEMBER
1893 VOL.4 NO.44
Before commencing the serious study of the violin, it is important the student should be determined to devote his time to it exclusively; half-hearted work is no use, and much patience and earnestness are essential. The possession of an accurate ear is a great help and advantage. I believe, however, this can be cultivated, even if not there naturally, although difficulties are increased if this is not present as a natural gift.