Etude love

I am just going to come right out and say it - I love playing my Kayser violin etudes. They are at most times short melodious pieces meant to train a specific technique (or two). Sure, some of them may not be the most melodious of pieces but even when playing through them, I find myself lost in their intricate structures. So lost in fact, that in the midst of playing one, I won't notice anyone entering the room. This of course makes for quite a shock when you find your sister in your room the entire time.

In any case, this led me to search for what other people had to say about the book. This is what one of them offered:

These studies establish a solid Germanic style. Most Études concentrate on détaché, Legato and overall a reliable right hand technique that compliments the French School. This style could be considered an elementary or initial preparation for Solo Bach.

I think that last line just about firmed up my determination to play through the entire thing. Not that I mind it at all.