The author targets the technique of change of position and builds a systematic sequence of ideas or images in practicing. Every possible shift between the first seven positions will be covered in these exercises and every thoughtful teacher should immediately recognize the value of their arrangement. The purpose of these exercises is to eliminate much unnecessary drudgery by getting at the basic principles of the subject in a highly systematic way.
Practice suggestions are given in the original preface (1928) and in the preface to the viola edition (2012).
Practice suggestions are given in the original preface (1928) and in the preface to the viola edition (2012).