(Instructional). Written for the violinist who longs to leave the confines of the written page and now in its fifth edition, Improvising Violin is a comprehensive guide to the art and science of successful string improvisation. With clear, step-by-step explanations and instructions, acclaimed teacher and performer Lieberman breaks down all the components necessary to master improvisation in jazz, blues, swing, folk, rock and meditational styles, it offers dozens of helpful tips on theory and technique along the way. Preface by Darol Anger. "Lieberman's book contains a wealth of information and is a gem of organization." AMERICAN MUSIC TEACHER "For the fiddler who doesn't like to stay with the notes, Julie Lyonn Lieberman has put together what seems like the ultimate collection of information about improvisation on the violin." - SUBURBIA TODAY , GANNET "A comprehensive examination of violin improvisation styles in blues, swing, jazz, rock and fusion." - DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE