It would be a shame to have to stop your violin studies. The two reasons most cited for this sad decision is lack of funds and time. If you really think about these are two very good reasons to have to give up. Continue reading
The violin has always held a very special place amongst the many instruments used to create music. Learning violin does take commitment. Continue reading
Not too many people are aware that violinists can suffer from pain. The violinist is at greater risk of suffering pain if he or she does not make use of violin positions that are taught. Continue reading
There can be little doubt that if you want to learn to play an instrument you must first get through the beginner stage. Every aspirant musician wants to learn to play their instrument of choice as quickly as possible. If you want to learn to play the violin then you must learn all the violin basics first. Don’t be tempted to rush through this stage. It is extremely important for you to build your musical future on a solid foundation. If you do not thoroughly understand the basics and know how to implement them you will struggle later on. It is far better to have an attitude of determination when learning to play the violin.
There are beginners who believe… Continue reading
When you learn to play the violin you are going to need to know how to make notes with your fingers placed on the strings. You are also going to have to know about bowing. Violin players must have a violin and a bow. Both these items have to be treated with respect and care. Like any other musical instrument the violin and bow can be found in a variety of sizes and grades. Top quality violins and bows are very expensive and most players will opt to start out with a cost effective pair and work their way up to a good quality instrument as they improve.
There is an important part of bowing. Violin players… Continue reading