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Simon Fischer — Double Stops: Explanatory Reference

This reference explains the content, purpose, techniques, and practice strategies associated with Simon Fischer’s work on double stops for violin/viola (commonly found in his Etudes and Technique books). It assumes you’re using Fischer-style exercises or an arrangement explicitly titled “Double Stops” and gives practical, technical, and musical guidance for effective study.

Technical principles and fingerings

  • Maintain a “frame” with wrist/knuckles slightly arched; thumb supports without gripping.
  • Use minimal lateral finger movement; adjust pitch with small rotation/tilt of the knuckles when required.
  • When tuning intervals: tune larger interval (lower voice) first as a stable reference, then match upper voice by adjusting spacing.
  • Prefer consistent fingerings across patterns to build muscle memory; adjust for context (position shifts).
  • For thirds and sixths, use same-shape fingering patterns whenever possible (e.g., 1–3, 2–4) to preserve hand geometry.
  • Octaves: tilt hand and adjust elbow to place the outer finger accurately; consider thumb pivot for shifts.
  • Use “covering” of strings (slightly rolling the finger) to balance tone between the two notes if one dominates.

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Building-Work: By isolating facets like shifting, intonation, and string crossing, the technique is "reassembled" naturally. Key Technical Pillars Simon Fischer — Double Stops: Explanatory Reference This

Intervals: Thirds, sixths, octaves, fingered octaves, and tenths. Keys: All major and minor scales. Ready to take your playing to the next level

Troubleshooting common problems

  • One note sounds faint: lower elbow/rotate hand slightly, move contact point closer to bridge or increase bow speed.
  • Notes are out of tune with each other: slow practice, tune lower note against open string; adjust upper finger spacing with small lateral shifts.
  • Fingers are cramped or tense: reduce pressure, relax forearm, practice slow with micro-movements.
  • Fingers slip on string during shifts: check thumb placement and wrist flexibility; practice stationary pivots.
  • Buzzing/chopping in chords: balance bow pressure and reduce tightness in the hand.

Fischer introduces several "good practice" habits through these downloadable PDF excerpts and exercises: