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Violin Discussion BoardNewsFuller leaves Houston SymphonyFrom Carlo MauricioConcertmistress of the Houston Symphony leaves after two-year tenure.  2 replies - Last 2008-12-3 19:25
Violin stolen in Kaua'iFrom Laurie NilesA violin and three bows were apparently stolen after someone threw a lava rock through a rental car window 2 replies - Last 2008-12-3 17:31
The story of Will Marion CookFrom Laurie NilesLink to a very interesting story about this black violinist, who studied under Joachim and Dvorak, and wrote the first black Broadway musical. 0 replies - Last 2008-12-2 22:36
All TopicsWohlfahrt Op.45 No.28.. double stop hell?From PM RolfAny tips for studying this etude? 8 replies - Last 2008-12-4 15:05
The YouTube Symphony OrchestraFrom Paul G.Submit and you may play at Carnegie Hall! 21 replies - Last 2008-12-4 14:51
The language of music?From Elizabeth MusilCan music really be classified as a language? 34 replies - Last 2008-12-4 14:44
Not Another Shifting Question!From David RobbinsFinger Pressure and shifting 5 replies - Last 2008-12-4 13:51
Looking for carbon fibre baroque bow.From David FowlerDoes anyone know of a maker producing a carbon fibre baroque bow? 1 reply - Last 2008-12-4 13:45
Loss of sound after repairFrom rick benfordWhat can be done? 47 replies - Last 2008-12-4 13:29
What would you ask James Ehnes?From Laurie NilesI'll be interviewing violinist James Ehnes, who just release 'Homage,' in the next few weeks, so please tell me any questions you have for him! 11 replies - Last 2008-12-4 12:05
'Standard' concertos for auditionsFrom Rachel RoundeyWhen a symphony audition requires the first movement of a "standard" violin concerto, what qualifies? 13 replies - Last 2008-12-4 12:00
Stolen violin or spam/phishing message?From David FowlerWho is broadcasting this "stolen violin" message, and to what audience? 14 replies - Last 2008-12-4 11:19
George EnescuFrom Dan kI don't know what to think...the recordings are horrible and sometimes I can't tell whether the horrid sound and myriad wrong notes I am hearing is from the recording technology/quality or just him. 27 replies - Last 2008-12-4 11:04
how does one hold the violin with left hand?From sandeep manilalquestion about role of thumb and side of first finger of the left hand in supporting violin 8 replies - Last 2008-12-4 11:02
First edition of Franck sonataFrom Sarah Vandemoortelewondering where Franck's sonata was first published 1 reply - Last 2008-12-4 10:18
Franco-Belgian violin schoolFrom Saïdjah VerbruggheWhat does it mean? Looking for concrete information. 0 replies - Last 2008-12-4 09:41
Grace notes I do not want.From Don RothMy confused bowing technique is causing errant notes to happen. 7 replies - Last 2008-12-4 09:19
Best Music Stand LightFrom Eric GodfreyWhat are your experiences with and recommendations for a music stand light? 13 replies - Last 2008-12-4 08:34
My Puppy SingsFrom Sandy HerraultDog sings when he hears me practice. 22 replies - Last 2008-12-4 08:21
FIDDLE-EZY Support SystemFrom rick benfordHas anyone tried one of those? 3 replies - Last 2008-12-4 07:53
The Life of Shop Assistant/OwnerFrom Aaron TowarakFor people curious and for people who work in a Violin shop and store 3 replies - Last 2008-12-4 06:01
Do I need a new violin?From Edy HenningI like the violin I have but I have been told that I should get a new violin. 1 reply - Last 2008-12-4 03:44
After 45 years, the Guarneri Quartet is playing its last seasonFrom Laurie NilesWhat was the genesis of this momentous decision? Apparently, it was quite simple. 16 replies - Last 2008-12-3 23:37
Do you know Sascha?From carlos majlisGershwin wrote a satiric piece called Mischa,Jascha,Toscha,Sascha, dedicated to four russian jews violinists active in the States at that time. 14 replies - Last 2008-12-3 22:55
What about Bruch concerti 2 and 3?From Charles CWhy are these never played? 22 replies - Last 2008-12-3 16:33
Fiddler on the Roof SoloFrom Evan BriziusCan you purchase the music to Fiddler on the Roof solo? 1 reply - Last 2008-12-3 14:14
Violinist Silvia MarcoviciFrom Carolyn OhlbaumHas anyone heard violinist Silvia Marcovici? 18 replies - Last 2008-12-3 13:06
Slipping on E string?From Joseph CongiustaWhen practicing (full bows on open strings, or sometimes scales), occasionally when crossing over from the A string to the E string my bow slips/slides for an inch or so when it first hits the E string-- it doesn't bite/grip into the string. 17 replies - Last 2008-12-3 11:39
ENCORE at CIMFrom Terri BoraCamp Question 0 replies - Last 2008-12-3 11:14
From the NetherlandsFrom carlos majlisUnknown caprices 1 reply - Last 2008-12-3 10:06
Il palpitiFrom naiara castillejoDoes anyone have the music "Il Palpiti" from paganini? Thanks in advance 2 replies - Last 2008-12-3 09:11
Bow commission dilemma.From Allen LiangSo many makers... 16 replies - Last 2008-12-3 08:38
In Search of Powerful SoundFrom Jahriel RiveraAsking for help on what to do when the sound is "boxed-in" the violin and not singing out. 10 replies - Last 2008-12-3 04:11
Cleaning up smoke exposure on the instrumentFrom Ian TAny tips for cleaning cigarette smoke from instruments, bows, and cases? 8 replies - Last 2008-12-2 22:06
Christmas CDsFrom Anne HorvathWhat Christmas CDs do you like to listen to? (Or not...) Any suggestions? 24 replies - Last 2008-12-2 20:41
concertmaster salaries!!!From Eric Winstonper the latest string magazine article... 13 replies - Last 2008-12-2 20:19
Peg MonsterFrom Karen AllendoerferEver heard of a "peg monster" or know where I could get one? 4 replies - Last 2008-12-2 19:32
Some IMSLP submissionsFrom Larry SamuelsSubmitted scans of MacKenzie's 'Pibroch" (Op. 42) and Sarasate's "Air Ecossais" (Op. 34) to the IMSLP 6 replies - Last 2008-12-2 17:18
Bruch Violin Concerto?From Evan BriziusWhat's the best edition and recording of the Bruch Violin concerto? 10 replies - Last 2008-12-2 15:07
True ConfessionsFrom Bill RoseHow did you dent your violin top? 2 replies - Last 2008-12-2 13:33
On teaching the country's future...From Andrei PricopeThe challenges of relating to, motivating, and teaching some of today's adolescents. 34 replies - Last 2008-12-2 12:58
Participation on discussion on Paganini performersFrom Hristo VassilevIs Vasco Abadjiev one of the best performers of Paganini and Bach? Which are the main issues of this? 0 replies - Last 2008-12-2 11:33
A violin for a very young child?From Anna ClawsonWe're looking into getting the first fiddle for our 3-yr. old, on a tight budget. I'd love to hear some feedback from teachers and parents. 13 replies - Last 2008-12-2 09:41
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