The Orchestral Violinist's Companion is a guide to the art of playing the violin in a professional orchestra. �Topics discussed in volume 1: Training; Practicing and Sight-Reading; Basic Orchestral Technique; Bowing Technique and Sound Production. �Topics discussed in volume 2: Volume 1 contains: Left Hand Technique; Pizzicato and Other Special Techniques; Rhythm and Ensemble Playing; Notation and Performance Practice; Repertoire and Style; Profession and Career; Resources. � This essential book includes approximately 1,000 excerpts from 340 works by 87 composers. �Paperback, 483 p.