Slur from the lower note to the upper note to check individual pitches.

Fischer is a strong proponent of using physics to tune double stops. When thirds, sixths, or fourths are perfectly in tune, they produce a third, lower acoustic vibration known as a (or Tartini tone). Fischer’s guides teach violinists how to listen for these deep, phantom notes to verify absolute accuracy in pitch. Structuring Your Double Stop Practice Routine

Before exploring Fischer's solution, it is crucial to understand the problem. A double-stop, simply put, is the act of playing two notes simultaneously on the violin. While this might sound straightforward, the physical and intellectual demands are immense.

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If you are looking to integrate Simon Fischer’s methods into your daily practice routine, use the following step-by-step framework to practice any double-stop passage: Step 1: Acoustic Testing (The Two-Step Check)

Bow the lower string while keeping the finger for the upper string hovering exactly above its note. Without stopping the bow, drop the upper finger down.

: A single scale in thirds might be preceded by 19 preparatory exercises, with the full scale only appearing as the 20th step.