Vartan Manoogian

Shifting is one of the most important aspects of string playing. The mastery of this art is essential for a performance without compromising the musical aesthetics.

Fundamental left hand technique is base don the release of finger pressure. This basic technique is of extreme importance for it facilitates interval changes and shifting.

Fundamental left hand technique is base don the release of finger pressure. This basic technique is of extreme importance for it facilitates interval changes and shifting.

Modes are an integral and fundamental part of music. The study of modal scales helps to develop musical sensitivity and offers the means to achieve a thorough knowledge of fingerboard. These exercises...