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A very dirty violin!
Instruments: A filthy old violin with a magical tone needs your help!
From Robbie Jolley  17 replies - Last 2010-2-9 10:00
Bow Hold Problem - Physical Defect
Technique: Pinky abnormality
From Cathal Brophy 1 reply - Last 2010-2-9 09:49
Silly concertmaster question -
Orchestra: Self-taught concertmaster wonders where on earth you put the extra strings in case the soloist breaks one during a performance and, who strings the instrument - me or the 2nd chair?
From Bev Saunders 3 replies - Last 2010-2-9 09:43
How Protective Is My Violin Case
Instruments: I'm wondering if the type of violin case I have will be adequate protection against brief but drastic temperature changes.
From Marsha Weaver 4 replies - Last 2010-2-9 09:31
right thumb/wrist pain
Health: thinking of paying a visit to the doctor... experiences?
From Kimberly S. 3 replies - Last 2010-2-9 09:23
To shoulder-rest, or not?
Technique: Just looking for a little clarity regarding the shoulder-rest/no-shoulder rest thing :)
From Alison Daurio 36 replies - Last 2010-2-9 08:50
Overwhleming Practice.
Practicing: piece sees over the top, practicing tips.
From Peter Schor 2 replies - Last 2010-2-9 08:40
Can't seem to hold it properly.... ???!
Technique: I read here though that one shouldn't raise his shoulder when playing. So how should i hold my violin? I know you have to balance it correctly but i just cant seem to do it.
From Nasel Arcayan 6 replies - Last 2010-2-9 08:30
help with exam nerves
Performing: My nerves are beginijg to affect my playing so i'm not sure whether to continue with my exams.
From Paul Barnes 4 replies - Last 2010-2-9 08:22
Modern Violins
Instruments: I'm thinking of buying (please don't kill me) a cheap modern violin. HELP!?
From Theodor Taimla 31 replies - Last 2010-2-9 07:23
Really a Strad? I think not!
Instruments: The instrument called a Stradivarius is in fact not a Stradivarius.
From Randy Scott 1 reply - Last 2010-2-9 06:15
Hairline crack at F hole
Instruments: is it dangerous?
From Allen Liang 1 reply - Last 2010-2-9 02:59
The fine-tuner became noisy
Instruments: How to make it shut up?
From rick benford 4 replies - Last 2010-2-9 01:29
Please help: Ole Bull
Repertoire: Search for sheet music "Andante cantabile" by Ole Bull
From Anne Seivert 3 replies - Last 2010-2-9 01:00
Juilliard Pre-College Audition Help!!!!!
Auditions: I need help with Juilliard Pre-College Audition 'for outstanding applicants'!!!
From Peter Chang 11 replies - Last 2010-2-9 00:24
Creating performance copies from digital sheet music.
Repertoire: How can you assemble and join pages of home-printed sheet music?
From Scott Hufford 0 replies - Last 2010-2-8 22:38
Bad or defect strings, possible?
Instruments: Strings doesn't sound as good as they should even after a week of breaking in.
From Casey Jefferson 0 replies - Last 2010-2-8 22:37
Other Schools in Illinois?
Schools: Looking for schools
From dani ross 2 replies - Last 2010-2-8 20:34
Weird spots to play
Life in general: Do you have an odd place that you like to play in?
From Eric Johnson 7 replies - Last 2010-2-8 19:56
False string: how to identify?
Instruments: I have been playing violin for about 10 years and am certainly not a master or anything.... I see reference often to strings that are "false". How can I determine when a string gets to this stage? Thank you. Tom
From tom utsch 8 replies - Last 2010-2-8 18:37
Instrument Insurance Question
Instruments: Does this exclusion mean that we are not insured if the instrument is stolen?(!)
From E. Smith 9 replies - Last 2010-2-8 17:57
yita music
Instruments: any one know about yita music violins ?what are your oppinions
From daniel houck 21 replies - Last 2010-2-8 15:12
Chances of getting into Mus. Ed. for a Late Bloomer
Auditions: Do I have a chance of getting into Mus Ed if I've only been playing for four years and am not entirely prepared for my audition?
From meade meyer 4 replies - Last 2010-2-8 14:39
Does Your Instrument Have a Story?
Instruments: Is there a story behind your instrument?
From Royce Faina 43 replies - Last 2010-2-8 14:13
recommendation on E fine tuner
Instruments: recommendation on E fine tuner?
From Allen Liang 17 replies - Last 2010-2-8 14:02
shoulder rest and chin rest question + Suretone rest
Practicing: Is there a under the chin-rest that has contact only at the endpin? I think i saw this somewhere. Also, is there a shoulder pad/rest/device that uses the endpin?
From D Kurganov 7 replies - Last 2010-2-8 13:51
Where strolling violinists stroll
Violinists: Where are the best or worst places for strolling violinists to stroll?
From Ellen Jaramillo 6 replies - Last 2010-2-8 13:30
Memories of your first violin/ viola/ cello lesson
Life in general: First violin/ viola/ cello lesson experiences
From Lauren Foley 6 replies - Last 2010-2-8 13:01
Arm-shoulder joint pain
Health: Am I doing something Whong?
From Vivian Guo 21 replies - Last 2010-2-8 12:22
what if it's not going so well?
Teaching: Talking to students about their successes and praising their efforts still takes thinking & careful wording, but it's pretty easy. But what if you feel disappointed or frustrated?
From Sue Bechler 24 replies - Last 2010-2-8 12:16
Intermediate level repertoire- unaccompanied?
Repertoire: Student needs ideas of unaccompanied literature for intermediate level playing.
From Erica Humbracht 5 replies - Last 2010-2-8 11:32
Bruch Concerto in G minor
CD reviews: What is the best recording of the Bruch Concerto in g minor?
From Julia S 67 replies - Last 2010-2-8 10:32
Michael Rabin
Violinists: It's Michael Rabin's 68th birthday.
From Oskar Reisz 52 replies - Last 2010-2-8 10:26
The New Formula Tonica
Instruments: a Good Tonic
From Aaron Towarak 21 replies - Last 2010-2-8 10:00
What do you know about the bridge hill
Instruments: Scientific tests have shown that a particular bridge tuning gives the best tone .This called the Bridge Hill. What do you know about it?
From John Cadd 9 replies - Last 2010-2-8 09:26
Who names their instrument(s)?
Life in general: Does everyone else name their instruments?
From Hanna Jarrett 67 replies - Last 2010-2-8 07:39
Screw not working
Instruments: I sometimes feel like I need a "Vise-Grip" to tighten or loosen one of my bows!
From Marsha Weaver 7 replies - Last 2010-2-7 23:50
Aaron Rosand
Schools: Aaron Rosand as a teacher...
From Julie C. 66 replies - Last 2010-2-7 19:09
Is it possible for a beginner?
Life in general: Is it possible for a young beginner to be a good violinist?
From Stephen Lim 5 replies - Last 2010-2-7 15:57
Spiccato string crossings
Technique: I'm talking about the ones played in the Mendelssohn cadenza and at the end of Sibelius.
From Thomas Sulkoske 9 replies - Last 2010-2-7 15:51
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