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Etudes for Bach
Practicing: Which studies are particularly good for developing the baroque 16th note sequences
From elise stanley 34 replies - Last 2010-9-2 18:51

Michael Rabin
Violinists: Opinions of Michael Rabin
From Fernando Flores 87 replies - Last 2010-9-2 18:28

Jascha Heifetz's Practice Routine
Technique: I stumbled upon this video showing Jascha Heifetz's practice http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOGNwxSb6Zs#t=2m48
From Marc Mouries 6 replies - Last 2010-9-2 18:24

String Tension
Instruments: Sometimes lower tension gives more power
From Graham Clark 2 replies - Last 2010-9-2 17:30

Loaning instruments
Instruments: How does the loan money cover up the expenses?
From Theodor Taimla 5 replies - Last 2010-9-2 17:10

Playing With a Shoulder Rest (Video)
Technique: Why I use a shoulder rest - a personal perspective.
From Jim Dorans 66 replies - Last 2010-9-2 16:39

The much sought after Heifetz audition tape
Auditions: Enjoy!
From Peter Schafer 100 replies - Last 2010-9-2 16:30

William Chadwick violin
Instruments: Information about the violin maker needed!
From Jasper Yee 1 reply - Last 2010-9-2 15:47

Violin making career
Schools: i'd appreciate any feedback and suggestions especially from the luthiers on board on the below. i'm an adult violin student (advanced beginner) and have been thinking of pursuing violin making studies and therefore a change in career.
From tammuz kolenyo 23 replies - Last 2010-9-2 15:30

After Sibelius
Repertoire: Which concerto should i consider learning after Sibelius?
From Alexis Choi 8 replies - Last 2010-9-2 15:03

Klaus Huber´s violin concerto?
Repertoire: Anyone familiar?
From Andreas Lantz 0 replies - Last 2010-9-2 14:44

Violinists' violinist...
Violinists: who is your violinists' violinist?
From al ku 0 replies - Last 2010-9-2 14:44

Student Symphonic Orchestra of Fairfax, VA looking for String Players
Orchestra: The Student Symphonic Orchestra of Fairfax County Virginia is looking for more String players.
From Marc Mouries 0 replies - Last 2010-9-2 14:44

Cleaning violin bows
Instruments: How to clean the grime off the hairs on a violin bow
From Eloise Garland 0 replies - Last 2010-9-2 14:44

Christian Tetzlaff Professional Training Workshop at Carnegie Hall
Teaching: Christian Tetzlaff Professional Training Workshop - Applications due December 1, 2010
From Maggie Ciadella 0 replies - Last 2010-9-2 14:44

Undertones?
Instruments: What causes undertones/resonance on a violin? Is this something to look for when trying to determine whether a violin is "good" or not?
From Alison Daurio 16 replies - Last 2010-9-2 14:32

Fiber bows versus wooden bows?
Performing: Fiber bows versus wooden bows?
From robert keith 8 replies - Last 2010-9-2 13:38

Bowing
Practicing: Bowing
From robert keith 13 replies - Last 2010-9-2 13:27

What is most important when it comes to change?
Violinists: What are the most important parts on a violin that can be changed to improve the sound, BESIDES STRINGS!!!!!!! Thank you!
From Martin Villegas 12 replies - Last 2010-9-2 11:56

Learning to Rehair Bows
Instruments: I'm wondering about what it takes to learn how to rehair a bow yourself.
From Michael Crawford 6 replies - Last 2010-9-2 11:40

Yamaha SV 150
Instruments: A litle question if you possess or have possessed one.
From Pirisino Romain 8 replies - Last 2010-9-2 11:28

angst
Health: aarrgghh
From bill kilpatrick 6 replies - Last 2010-9-2 10:41

Pain, discomfort and injury from violin
Health: Hi. I'm currently studying the ergonomics of playing the violin and possible causes of injury. If you have experienced this please share.
From Geoff Brown 4 replies - Last 2010-9-2 10:24

Best recording of Vivaldi Four Seasons
CD reviews: I was wondering which recording(s) of Vivaldi's four seasons I should buy. What are your views on buying authentic recordings (Baroque violin) verses regular/modern recordings.
From Ryan Meehan 49 replies - Last 2010-9-2 08:26

Kreisler and other older Mendelssohn Violin Concerto recordings
CD reviews: Looking for an older interpretation of Mendelssohn Violin Concerto by Kreisler and others
From Tim Yeh 14 replies - Last 2010-9-2 06:18

Time signatures, time signatures, time signatures!
Practicing: Anything out of my little 4/4 bubble drives me to the brink of absolute insanity.
From Daniel Park 13 replies - Last 2010-9-2 04:22

String Quartets????
Repertoire: HELP!!!!!
From Corey Worley 4 replies - Last 2010-9-1 20:58

'What makes a good bow??
Instruments: I recieved a lot of feedback on buying a new violin and the importance of not forgetting a good bow...what makes a good bow? what are the differences that a newbie can see?
From Abra Richards 49 replies - Last 2010-9-1 14:43

Does anybody play a Houël?
Instruments: Looking for someone who has played a Houël violin or knows about his violins.
From Carme Beneito 1 reply - Last 2010-9-1 12:18

A question about US schools and music / orchestra
Life in general: It seems like this is standard in every school - is it really?
From sharelle taylor 7 replies - Last 2010-9-1 09:21

Who names their instrument(s)?
Life in general: Does everyone else name their instruments?
From Hanna Jarrett 95 replies - Last 2010-9-1 08:46

Concentration
Performing: Problems with concentration during performance...
From Nathania M. 12 replies - Last 2010-9-1 08:26

Looking for a violin by Carlo Antonio Testore
Instruments: Anybody know where there is a great sounding one for sale in good condition?Thanks.
From Samuel Mann 33 replies - Last 2010-9-1 06:26

is it safe to buy a violin online?
Life in general: two questions i need to know their answers about purchasing a violin online.
From Omar Ibrahim 12 replies - Last 2010-9-1 02:12

Just for girls?
Life in general: Any perceptions about the sexual suitability of the violin?
From Lawrence Proulx 76 replies - Last 2010-8-31 13:47

A string that doesn't ring.
Instruments: A question about an instrument I just bought, and a story or two.
From Timothy Hobbs 19 replies - Last 2010-8-31 13:10

Left-handed violinist/virtuoso
Life in general: Encouragement for left-handed beginners. Discussion regarding left-handed violinist and virtusos. Any tips, any encouragement and assistance would be greatly appreciated; I feel that I need it the most.
From Moey Mutasim 16 replies - Last 2010-8-31 12:53

European airline Ryanair forces violinists to buy seat for their instruments
News: Three violinists discovered they would need to buy seats for their fiddles, three days before a planned trip
From Laurie Niles 17 replies - Last 2010-8-31 07:00

My first violin lesson!!
Life in general: My first violin lesson was so exciting and interesting that I decided to make a post about it! I want to hear what you think ;)
From Theodor Taimla 28 replies - Last 2010-8-30 21:36

Chin Rest Surprise
Life in general: Is a chin rest necessary in the first place ?
From Don Roth 22 replies - Last 2010-8-30 20:29

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