7 Things to Consider When Buying a Fine Bow
Purchasing a quality bow can be a wise investment for your playing and your wallet
by Phillip Kass
The last few years have witnessed a dramatic increase in ... Read More...
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How to Improve Your Shifting Skills in 3 Simple Steps
Learn to make a smooth transition when changing positions on the violin or viola fingerboard
by Paul Stein
The Problem
How to find your target on the fingerb... Read More...
Ilya Gringolts: The Man, the Myth, the Musician on the Move
At 28, Russian violinist Ilya Gringolts has crafted a career rich with possibilities
by Inge Kjemtrup When I first catch sight of Ilya Gringolts, he’s sit... Read More...
How to Prevent or Even Cure a Violin Hickey
A "violin hickey" blemish is seen as a mark of valor by some string players, but it can be the result of health problems. Here's how to prevent or cure it.
6 Simple Ways to Improve Your Viola Tone Production
The secret to that dark, seductive tone sought by all violists can be found in mastering basic skills, along with checking the setup of the viola.
Learn to Free Your Left Thumb on Violin and Viola
The thumb plays a key supporting role for the fingers of the left hand on violin and viola, but the left-hand thumb can be a help or a hindrance. Here are 4 ways to free your left thumb.
How to Select the Right Chin Rest for Violin or Viola
Selecting a chin rest for violin or viola goes beyond accepting what came with your instrument. The right fit with this small accessory can make a big difference.
How Tailpieces Can Affect Sound and Playability
Understand the variables that make a difference in an instrument's performance
By David Folland
“A modern tailpiece is a marvel of engineering,” fittings ... Read More...
7 Things to Know About Common Bow Repairs
Here's how to know when to get your violin or cello bow fixed and why you should do it.
5 Tips on Approaching French Baroque Music
Like its English and Italian cousins, this variety of Baroque music offers rich rewards
by Sarah Freiberg
When you think of Baroque composers, working from ... Read More...
