Every violist knows the Stamitz Concerto in D Major, Op. 1, but few truly capture its elegant phrasing and tonal depth.
In this featured lesson segment, world-class soloist Matthew Lipman reveals how to shape the concerto’s opening solo through refined bow control and natural musical flow.
By exploring the balance of bow speed, weight, and contact point, Lipman shows how to “ride the wave” of sound rather than force it — uncovering how effortless movement creates expressive phrasing. His demonstration connects tone production directly to the music’s structure, transforming how you approach each phrase.
🎻 Download the free tonebase Viola score below to follow along as Lipman guides you through the opening passage. Then, explore his complete course on tonebase to dive deeper into Stamitz’s Concerto...from historical context and stylistic nuance to modern performance practice.
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