Last year my 10 year old daughter got it in her head that she wanted to learn how to play the violin. I have no idea where this idea came from since no one we know plays this particular instrument, but Lily was so insistent that my husband and I agreed to let her learn. […]…
Are you wanting to learn how to play a fun new instrument that will offer you both stress relief, and a form of expression? Are you looking to round out music playing skills with yet another instrument? Regardless of the motive behind choosing an instrument, and whether you are brand new to the world of […]…
Violin Structure The top of a violin, which is also called the top plate, is typically made of spruce wood. The ribs and back of the violin are made of maple. The upper and lower bouts are the parts of the violin that are arched and the smaller arches that are arched in, toward the […]…
Those new to learning violin often struggle because there is no exact placement on the neck of the violin that creates a particular sound. The width and size of your hand will determine your hands exact placement to play certain notes on your violin. However, often individuals will use fingering tape (or stickers) to notate cetain […]…
This video is part of a series of online violin lessons. In it you’ll learn basic strokes that violinists often use. They are: stacatto, full strokes and tremolo. Stacatto is a short, single-note style of playing that is often used in dramatic classical music pieces. Full strokes are often used in movements and musical pieces in […]…
Violin Tips For Beginners – Avoiding Common Problems By following some general violin tips for beginners, students will be able to avoid common technique problems. Teachers who work with beginning students have to enforce good technique without overburdening students with rules and criticisms. Instead, technical problems should be solved in the context of enjoying music, with […]…
Many Ways To Learn To Play Violin It is not often that small children willfully profess a desire to learn to play violin. After all, it is one of those instruments that just looks difficult to play. When that appearance is coupled with the often complex melodies and challenging movements required of the violinist, some […]…
How To Learn To Play Violin Online For people who want to learn to play violin, but who cannot afford the costly lessons available from music instructors and universities, there is another solution. Many websites offer online violin lessons for those who are interested in pursuing their study of this instrument. Though some sites offer […]…
Learn How To Play The Violin The Right Way Many music lovers show a desire to learn how to play the violin or the guitar. For some reason, these are among the most popular instruments to learn. If you’re one of these aspiring learners, you will need to understand the process as it is not […]…
Learn How To Play The Violin The violin has been described as one of the most beautifully sounding instruments. To learn how to play the violin can be a truly rewarding experience. With considerable time and effort, learning to master this instrument can be an incredible journey. Many believe that in order to understand the […]…
