![]() | |
![]() | |
News by E-mail |
Violin Discussion BoardAll TopicsWho are the greatest violinists of all time?From Robert NilesViolinists: We're adding a biography section to Violinist.com and want to know whom you think we should include.
Self-Conscious Adult BeginnersFrom Philanthi KoslowskiTeaching: As violin teachers, how do you help your adult beginners feel less self-conscious at their lessons.
SF Bay Area Hand SurgeonsFrom Douglas TommHealth: Seeking recommendations for hand surgeons in the bay area (south bay preferred)
Chamber music for all violinsFrom Shaun LazarRepertoire: Question about chamber music for violins.
Modern Instrument Makers and PlayersFrom Karl PetersonInstruments: Modern maker instruments played by professional soloists and professional quartets.
Want a new violinFrom Eric JohnsonInstruments: Dang, got the itch for something new.
yita musicFrom daniel houckInstruments: any one know about yita music violins ?what are your oppinions
Should I upgrade my violin?From Eric JohnsonInstruments: I have that urge to buy something new.
$400 bow really insane?From Susan LeonardiniInstruments: Is it really crazy for someone who's only been playing for three years to want a bow like that?
Gut Strings for Beginners?From Shona EisenhauerInstruments: Should I put Pirastro Passione gut-core strings on my old violin if I have never played violin before?
Looking for violin teacher in Los AngelesFrom Kyle DormanTeaching: I'm looking for recommendations for violin teachers in West Los Angeles.
HEIFETZ THROWS A PARTY (NO MOTHERS ALLOWED)From Edward OhViolinists: Heifetz to student: "If you don't have a date, bring a boy! Bring SOMEBODY! I don't care!"
Marin Alsop, conductor of the BSO, has invited local musicians to play along with the BSOFrom Pauline LernerNews: 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.
Is there a decent 1/2 size violin?From Cynthia MatthewsInstruments: Our son needs a better-than-Suzuki half size violin.....
Where to purchase Kreutzer's 42 Etudes?From Rebecca OrlowskiLife in general: What online store should I use to purchase Kreutzer's 42 Etudes for violin?
Importance of bow to the soundFrom Casey JeffersonInstruments: What if Strads and Del Gesus played with a cheap low end student bow?
Slatkin has a heart attack at the podiumFrom Roland BaileyNews: Leonard Slatkin suffered a heart attack on Sunday while conducting a concert with the Rotterdam Philharmonic.
Advice on fine bow shoppingFrom Casey JeffersonInstruments: A little helpless situation
Teacher to beFrom Curtis GoolsbyTeaching: A short summary is that I have found my calling in life.
Can particular bows cause or eliminate violin wolf notes?From Oliver BedfordInstruments: Using a different bow seemed to largely eliminate my wolf problem! Is there a scientific basis for this apparent cure?
Sensitive skin solutionsFrom Kathryn WoodbyHealth: 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.
Violin AnticsFrom Ted KruzichPerforming: Wild and Krazy Violinist
If I were a first grader....From Kathryn WoodbyTeaching: Overcoming that first hurdle of using the head weight/jaw to support the violin...trying to preclude that "it's hard/tense up!" reflex
Aaargh! Ever had one of those days???From Michael DivinoPracticing: 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?
adults and the left elbowFrom Dennis CTeaching: i think this is the key to mastering vibrato, position shifting, etc....
What is freelancing?From Michael DivinoLife in general: I've heard about it and not too sure what exactly it involves. What can you tell me?
Getting Restless...From Amy JeanPracticing: While I am playing the violin i get back aches or my fingers start hurting, is that normal?
Aaron Rosand's del Gesu Sold For $10 MillionFrom Anne HorvathNews: "It was my voice. It was my career."
Vibrato Anyone????From Amy JeanInstruments: Anyone know any techniques for mastering vibrato???
Difference between a 14inch viola and a full size violinFrom P. TrouvéInstruments: Difference between a 14inch viola and a full size violin
Brand new music recognition technology! (video)From Larry BrandtNews: Check out this cool video!
John Juzek violins: What are they like?From Adam CliffordInstruments: Does anyone have any idea about the history of John Juzek and his violins? How much would they sell for today?
Happy 100th Birthday to Joseph GingoldFrom Michael BaerTeaching: A celebration of a great teachers life and legacy took place in Indianapolis.
Scarampella violinsFrom Samuel MannInstruments: Could I get everyones opinion on Scarampella violins?
Guitar + Violin = ?From Anthony BarlettaTechnique: Toying with the idea of learning electric guitar and wondering how compatible the two instruments are.
Free Sheet MusicFrom Brian WallRepertoire: Are there any actual FREE sheet music sites out there?!
A new quiz for violinist IIIFrom carlos majlisViolinists: Easy this time-
Violin & Viola DuetFrom Nick W.Repertoire: Looking for duet similar to Passcaglia.
Potential of bow damaged by sweaty hand?From Casey JeffersonInstruments: How the sweat will contribute the bow wood wearing, and what I can do with it?
Does rosin expire?From Kristin MortensonLife 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?
Click to read previous discussions |
SearchSubmit a ThreadDiscussion TopicsInstruments Repertoire Life in general Technique Violinists Practicing Schools Teaching Performing CD reviews Health Auditions Orchestra Concert review News DVD reviews For sale Recordings
|