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Abstract
The Violin Concerto Op. 47 by Jean Sibelius (1904/1905) is accepted in the standard repertoire as a major work of equal caliber to other well-known romantic virtuoso concertos such as those composed by Mendelssohn (1844), Tchaikovsky (1878), and Brahms (1879), and presents remarkable challenges to the performer. Violinist and influential teacher Otakar evk wrote analytical studies specific to several works in the violin literature. These etudes are specifically created for difficult excerpts within each piece and help the violinist to simplify the practice process. Although violin players have many available options for technical methods to achieve superior technique on the instrument, no published collections equivalent to evks analytical studies exist for Sibelius Violin Concerto.The primary focus of this dissertation is the creation of preparatory exercises specific to the three movements of Sibelius Violin Concerto following the method employed by O. evk, although the creation of an analytical study method for this concerto will not be its only scope. The purpose of this dissertation is to initiate thoughts and ideas regarding the creativity that musicians need to flourish when generating a personal practice method that maximizes practice efficiency and hones personal technical and musical potential. Through the use of these exercises the performer can improve their technique by applying the suggested practice methods to the repertoire, developing the ability to identify and overcome technical challenges a skill that will be valuable throughout their career.