No. 332, September/October 2026

On the cover: violinist and violist Patrick Yim cultivates harmony between China and the West. Elsewhere, you’ll find the College & Conservatory special section that explores the role mentors play in developing a musician’s life and future, a new course that teaches students how to lead an orchestra program, and the important role a luthier plays in a string student’s life. Also in this issue: Heleen du Plessis teaches players how to avoid injury Epongue Ekille juggles a demanding job with studies at Juilliard Three string players with disabilities on the challenges of touring Katie Jacoby’s family heirloom A quick guide to portamento And more . . .