V. MAZEL’S METHOD AS FUNDAMENTAL IN THE INITIAL PERIOD OF LEARNING TO PLAY THE VIOLIN

Abstract

The article is focuses on the method of V. Mazel, its basic principles and application in the initial period of learning the violin. The technique is aimed at avoiding the main causes that provoke defects in the setting of hands and body of a young violinist. In practice, violin teachers devote most of their time to the development of musical hearing, and underestimate such important area as the muscular sense. No matter what area you notice the lack of muscle compression or even just the lack of playing freedom, the reason should be found in the state of the muscles, sometimes located far from the clamping area. The uniqueness and value of the method of V. Mazel lies in the fact that it describes the motor system of the musician, as well as the resources to save and strengthen it.