Describes the life and work of Dorothy Delay, world-renowned violin teacher, who was assistant, and later, unintended rival, to Ivan Galamian at the Juilliard School of Music in New York. She trained violinists in performance and making career choices. Her students included Itzhak Perlman, Sarah Chung and Midori. Includes personal reminiscences and insight into the world of classical music training, the rigours, intrigues and delights of the treasure of the highest levels of study and performance, known only to very few lucky players. An informative, interesting read, not only for those studying classical music, but for anyone helping or parenting a would-be classical musician.