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Who are the greatest violinists of all time?

From Robert Niles
Violinists: We're adding a biography section to Violinist.com and want to know whom you think we should include.
51 replies - Last 2009-11-7 08:12

Self-Conscious Adult Beginners

From Philanthi Koslowski
Teaching: As violin teachers, how do you help your adult beginners feel less self-conscious at their lessons.
32 replies - Last 2009-11-7 08:03

SF Bay Area Hand Surgeons

From Douglas Tomm
Health: Seeking recommendations for hand surgeons in the bay area (south bay preferred)
1 reply - Last 2009-11-7 07:33

Chamber music for all violins

From Shaun Lazar
Repertoire: Question about chamber music for violins.
9 replies - Last 2009-11-7 06:42

Modern Instrument Makers and Players

From Karl Peterson
Instruments: Modern maker instruments played by professional soloists and professional quartets.
1 reply - Last 2009-11-7 06:10

Want a new violin

From Eric Johnson
Instruments: Dang, got the itch for something new.
18 replies - Last 2009-11-6 23:48

yita music

From daniel houck
Instruments: any one know about yita music violins ?what are your oppinions
19 replies - Last 2009-11-6 23:14

Should I upgrade my violin?

From Eric Johnson
Instruments: I have that urge to buy something new.
3 replies - Last 2009-11-6 22:49

$400 bow really insane?

From Susan Leonardini
Instruments: Is it really crazy for someone who's only been playing for three years to want a bow like that?
46 replies - Last 2009-11-6 22:43

Gut Strings for Beginners?

From Shona Eisenhauer
Instruments: Should I put Pirastro Passione gut-core strings on my old violin if I have never played violin before?
3 replies - Last 2009-11-6 22:22

Looking for violin teacher in Los Angeles

From Kyle Dorman
Teaching: I'm looking for recommendations for violin teachers in West Los Angeles.
0 replies - Last 2009-11-6 21:16

HEIFETZ THROWS A PARTY (NO MOTHERS ALLOWED)

From Edward Oh
Violinists: Heifetz to student: "If you don't have a date, bring a boy! Bring SOMEBODY! I don't care!"
23 replies - Last 2009-11-6 17:36

Marin Alsop, conductor of the BSO, has invited local musicians to play along with the BSO

From Pauline Lerner
News: Marin Alsop, conductor of the BSO, has launched a "Rusty Musicians" project. Some local musicians will have the opportunity to play some Tchaikovsky with the BSO in concert.
12 replies - Last 2009-11-6 15:58

Is there a decent 1/2 size violin?

From Cynthia Matthews
Instruments: Our son needs a better-than-Suzuki half size violin.....
13 replies - Last 2009-11-6 14:33

Where to purchase Kreutzer's 42 Etudes?

From Rebecca Orlowski
Life in general: What online store should I use to purchase Kreutzer's 42 Etudes for violin?
11 replies - Last 2009-11-6 08:39

Importance of bow to the sound

From Casey Jefferson
Instruments: What if Strads and Del Gesus played with a cheap low end student bow?
24 replies - Last 2009-11-6 07:58

Slatkin has a heart attack at the podium

From Roland Bailey
News: Leonard Slatkin suffered a heart attack on Sunday while conducting a concert with the Rotterdam Philharmonic.
3 replies - Last 2009-11-6 06:57

Advice on fine bow shopping

From Casey Jefferson
Instruments: A little helpless situation
8 replies - Last 2009-11-5 21:17

Teacher to be

From Curtis Goolsby
Teaching: A short summary is that I have found my calling in life.
4 replies - Last 2009-11-5 21:11

Can particular bows cause or eliminate violin wolf notes?

From Oliver Bedford
Instruments: Using a different bow seemed to largely eliminate my wolf problem! Is there a scientific basis for this apparent cure?
4 replies - Last 2009-11-5 18:42

Sensitive skin solutions

From Kathryn Woodby
Health: What have you used for yourself and students to help with sensitive skin in the neck and collarbone area? Friction and thickness are a consideration.
13 replies - Last 2009-11-5 12:25

Violin Antics

From Ted Kruzich
Performing: Wild and Krazy Violinist
1 reply - Last 2009-11-5 07:49

If I were a first grader....

From Kathryn Woodby
Teaching: Overcoming that first hurdle of using the head weight/jaw to support the violin...trying to preclude that "it's hard/tense up!" reflex
8 replies - Last 2009-11-4 22:08

Aaargh! Ever had one of those days???

From Michael Divino
Practicing: Ever had one of those days where no matter how much you practice something, it never seems to get better, or something you practiced yesterday sounded better than instead of now?
47 replies - Last 2009-11-4 15:06

adults and the left elbow

From Dennis C
Teaching: i think this is the key to mastering vibrato, position shifting, etc....
19 replies - Last 2009-11-4 15:05

What is freelancing?

From Michael Divino
Life in general: I've heard about it and not too sure what exactly it involves. What can you tell me?
11 replies - Last 2009-11-4 11:06

Getting Restless...

From Amy Jean
Practicing: While I am playing the violin i get back aches or my fingers start hurting, is that normal?
5 replies - Last 2009-11-4 07:30

Aaron Rosand's del Gesu Sold For $10 Million

From Anne Horvath
News: "It was my voice. It was my career."
28 replies - Last 2009-11-4 06:31

Vibrato Anyone????

From Amy Jean
Instruments: Anyone know any techniques for mastering vibrato???
5 replies - Last 2009-11-3 22:57

Difference between a 14inch viola and a full size violin

From P. Trouvé
Instruments: Difference between a 14inch viola and a full size violin
11 replies - Last 2009-11-3 21:58

Brand new music recognition technology! (video)

From Larry Brandt
News: Check out this cool video!
14 replies - Last 2009-11-3 21:45

John Juzek violins: What are they like?

From Adam Clifford
Instruments: Does anyone have any idea about the history of John Juzek and his violins? How much would they sell for today?
6 replies - Last 2009-11-3 21:32

Happy 100th Birthday to Joseph Gingold

From Michael Baer
Teaching: A celebration of a great teachers life and legacy took place in Indianapolis.
0 replies - Last 2009-11-3 20:41

Scarampella violins

From Samuel Mann
Instruments: Could I get everyones opinion on Scarampella violins?
80 replies - Last 2009-11-3 19:30

Guitar + Violin = ?

From Anthony Barletta
Technique: Toying with the idea of learning electric guitar and wondering how compatible the two instruments are.
23 replies - Last 2009-11-3 15:58

Free Sheet Music

From Brian Wall
Repertoire: Are there any actual FREE sheet music sites out there?!
35 replies - Last 2009-11-3 15:07

A new quiz for violinist III

From carlos majlis
Violinists: Easy this time-
13 replies - Last 2009-11-3 06:31

Violin & Viola Duet

From Nick W.
Repertoire: Looking for duet similar to Passcaglia.
14 replies - Last 2009-11-2 23:45

Potential of bow damaged by sweaty hand?

From Casey Jefferson
Instruments: How the sweat will contribute the bow wood wearing, and what I can do with it?
16 replies - Last 2009-11-2 20:00

Does rosin expire?

From Kristin Mortenson
Life in general: A student asked me today: does rosin expire? I'd never really thought about it, and I didn't really know how to answer. Thoughts?
59 replies - Last 2009-11-2 18:59

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