Étude in D minor, Op. 36, No. 3
Fermeté d'archet - Etude - Study
This Study in D minor, Op. 36, No. 3 by Jacques-Féréol Mazas was originally composed for the violin in the key of A minor.It is part of the Études mélodiques et progressives, Op. 36, first published in 1843.
This score is a transcription for the viola.
This study is appropriate for Grade 6 viola students.
Its subtitle is Fermeté d'archet, which can be translated as firmness of bow.
This study can be played using two different bowing techniques :
- It can be played in martelé in the upper part of the bow, without leaving the strings
- It can also be played in collé in the lower part of the bow, lifting the bow with the fingers after every note
Duration : 02:45
Source : Jacques-Féréol Mazas, Études mélodiques et progressives, Op. 36.
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