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Violin Discussion BoardAll TopicsWeb Site StoryFrom Laurie NilesThe musical...yes, that's what makes it violin-related..
How to use Galamian ScaleFrom Qi TaoHow to practice scales using Galamian scales? Any details or demos ?
Thomas Jefferson and the ViolinFrom Anne HorvathAn Article from the Wall Street Journal
Vent your frustrations!From Michael DivinoWhat's not going quite right in your violin world? Let us know!
4th position hurts!From Ann Marie CordialIs there anything to ease the pain?
Interpretation - Any Boundaries?From Giles WadeWhere do performers have no scope for interpretation, and where are valid areas for their free expression?
Son having sudden problem with 4th finger.From Laure MillerMy son is suddenly having a problem playing 4th finger in 1st position.
Digital Hygrometer/ThermometerFrom Allen LiangAny good ones out there?
Vision Solo stringsFrom Andrew HollandI'm wondering how they're different from regular Vision strings?
Vinegar To Clean Violin And StringsFrom Sean ChildWhat does everyone think about using white vinegar to clean violin strings or the violin body?
Playing for Cirque du Soleil?From Sarah AtwoodI was just offered a job playing with Cirque du Soleil, touring for 2 years, paid $50-80,000 /yr. I’m 17 y/o and want to be a professional chamber musician. Help in deciding whether to do this or not would be greatly appreciated!
More Passion in my Violin PlayingFrom Sean ChildI've been told that my violin playing technique is good and clean, but lacks interest and passion. How do I develop more passion in my playing? Is passion a matter of dynamics, phrasing, and more vibrato? What else?
adult beginnersFrom Jessica Paeselit's inspiring to see that there are other violinists on this site that started as adults! how did you guys get started?
Music and MeditationFrom enion peltamutually exclusive or mutually beneficial?
Mandolin players?From Alvin ChenJust like a violin!
Indecisive about degrees! Need help!From Kayla CoxI have not gotten a straight forward answer and good advice from anyone. I am torn between degrees and I just don't know what is best.
Is learning the violin a purely physical experience?From Giles WadeShould violin lessons include coaching on more than just technique? And if so, what?
Whale Bone vs. Silver WireFrom Steven AlbertStudy in Bronze
Advice needed for buying a professional grade bow.From Smiley HsuI recently purchased a new violin and am looking for the perfect bow to go with it.
Magnatune.comFrom Scott HuffordMusic marketing.
Philippe Quint/Korngold CD giveaway this weekFrom Laurie NilesThe Korngold -- about as lush as you can get. Here are the winners, and how to enter..
Bowing forearm painFrom Ken KarnofskyI've just returned to playing violin after many years. Four months into it, I've started experiencing pain in my bowing forearm and wrist. Any suggestions for improving my position or technique to avoid this problem?
Music BrailleFrom Laurie NilesSomeone who lost their vision would like to take up violin again and needs to know about music braille. How do they learn about it?
UCLAFrom Lea DetlefsViolin professors and college life at UCLA for a potential grad student
Paul Jombar bowsFrom Solomon Lianganyone knows about this bow maker?
Viola Repertoire for AuditionsFrom Caitlin McMillanAuditioning on viola for a conservatorium, need advice on repertoire - irregular teachers...
Joannes Jais violinFrom SAJID MEERANII wanna know.. is this a real one or copied. and how much it worths If it is a real one.
Recession Hits the Boston SymphonyFrom Ray RandallThe BSO laying off people.
a question about 20th century violin musicFrom D Wrightdoes the 20th century have its own warhorses? or did the art of beautiful violin writing disappear after 1900?
Viola solo stringsFrom Phil HoughtonI have seen a number of discussions here about which violinists use which strings. Does anyone know which the top violists use?
Comment by Gaylord Yost.From Teresa ColomboWhich Etudes could be a Waste of Time?
Murphy's Law with violin,,,From al kuwhat are yours:)?
How Do You Wear Your Hair When Playing?From Autumn WilliamsJust a curious question asking for your opinion.
what's the best Violin Stings For Bluegrass playersFrom Jake F.i'm playing bluegrass music, i just want to ask, what is the best violin strings for this kind of fiddle music
Strength training for violin??From mark novakWondering about strength training for the violin after reading books and sites like this. Seems free weights are discourged and maybe Yoga and/or pilates. Thoughts???
What has your experience been like teaching in public schools?From Michael DivinoI am considering a degree in music ed. I am reaching out to my v.commie family for their experiences in teaching. Please share!
Advice needed for 7 year old boy and violin lessonsFrom Smiley HsuI'd like to get opinions about starting my 7 year old son on violin lessons.
Playing stylesFrom Tomás CostaMy musical struggle with both my teacher and the estabilished musical thought of today
Problem of having cold hands, becoming inflexible, slow and insensibleFrom Wai Yeung LuiWhen your hands are cold, it is very unfavourable and difficult to practise. The fingers become very inflexible, slow and insensible.
Alternate Tunings?From Tom EccsteinHas anyone ever heard a song where an alternate tuning was required? I also play guitar so sometimes i have to tune to different pitches to play different songs
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