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Violin Discussion BoardInstrumentsModern Instrument Makers and PlayersFrom Karl PetersonInstruments: Modern maker instruments played by professional soloists and professional quartets.  19 replies - Last 2009-11-20 16:19
Violin Shops in New OrleansFrom Sara McDowellInstruments: violin shops in New Orleans 0 replies - Last 2009-11-20 12:37
SHOULDER RESTFrom Jamie LeeInstruments: I've been trying out many shoulder rests such as the Golden Comford Cradle, Voce of Kun, and the original kun shoulder rests. Except, every one of them was disappointing... Does anybody have an idea which shoulder rest I should try next? 40 replies - Last 2009-11-20 10:07
Choosing a New ViolinFrom Lena VInstruments: What to look for when a performer outgrows their instrument... 4 replies - Last 2009-11-20 07:35
did I kill my violin?From Nick BleischInstruments: suddenly my violin sounds dead. was it all the extra practice on open strings? humidity? my playing? 40 replies - Last 2009-11-20 02:32
$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? 53 replies - Last 2009-11-19 11:49
AE Prager bow underpriced?From Eric AbbottInstruments: I'm looking for advice on an AE Prager bow that I found. Is it underpriced or simply abused to the point it's lost its value? 4 replies - Last 2009-11-18 20:21
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? 21 replies - Last 2009-11-18 16:37
best shoulder rest for long necks?From Thalia LeeInstruments: My neck is too long. =( 35 replies - Last 2009-11-18 15:46
Is there a decent 1/2 size violin?From Cynthia MatthewsInstruments: Our son needs a better-than-Suzuki half size violin..... 16 replies - Last 2009-11-18 15:39
Difference between a 14inch viola and a full size violinFrom P. TrouvéInstruments: Difference between a 14inch viola and a full size violin 15 replies - Last 2009-11-18 15:27
What to do with a used case?From ye wangInstruments: I am sure I am not the only one to replace a case before it literally falls apart...so what do you do with that behemoth of a chunk? 22 replies - Last 2009-11-18 07:19
Eudoxa StringsFrom Wesley HsiaoInstruments: Wondering if the Eudoxa strings are good or not. 20 replies - Last 2009-11-17 19:53
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? 14 replies - Last 2009-11-16 20:12
Yearly Income For LuthierFrom Jacob JahielInstruments: Hallo, I am curious as to how much an average hand crafting violin maker makes a year. 11 replies - Last 2009-11-16 14:21
Lamy (Father and/or Son) bows vs Satory bowsFrom Carl WoodmanInstruments: I tried several of these bows, both Satory and Lamy are great, whats your story? Some say Satory feels a bit heavy but I have tried one with a rather a thin tip feels light (rather rare)! Do you guys reckon more on the Father Lamy than the son? 33 replies - Last 2009-11-16 11:41
Advice on fine bow shoppingFrom Casey JeffersonInstruments: A little helpless situation 9 replies - Last 2009-11-16 06:52
Gut Core G & D + Steel AFrom Tasha MinerInstruments: Please give me your favorite combination of strings that fit this category. 35 replies - Last 2009-11-14 09:57
Video of Kogan playing The CannonFrom Mike HarrisInstruments: obscure bit of film wherein Leonid Kogan performs on (allegedly) Paganini's instrument, Il Cannone Guarnerius 9 replies - Last 2009-11-13 15:49
Rosin and Cleaner help??From Mae SattlerInstruments: Rosin, Cleaner, the life-span of Obligatos, and a glimpse into my obsession with violin... Hmm, I think I'll Blog that:P 11 replies - Last 2009-11-12 18:04
Infeld Red Violin StringsFrom Lydia YoderInstruments: Where can I find a fairly cheap set? 4 replies - Last 2009-11-12 15:38
yita musicFrom daniel houckInstruments: any one know about yita music violins ?what are your oppinions 20 replies - Last 2009-11-11 12:47
Can anyone help date this bow via pictures?From Jonathan FrohnenInstruments: Just curious about when this bow was made... 1 reply - Last 2009-11-11 00:10
Great instruments. Easier or harder?From Curtis GoolsbyInstruments: Just a curiosity thing 21 replies - Last 2009-11-10 17:52
Describing Violin SoundFrom James DewInstruments: A consensus would be helpful. 31 replies - Last 2009-11-8 10:48
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? 7 replies - Last 2009-11-7 19:42
I just won a Glaesel V130e4 violin on ebayFrom Aaron EngelInstruments: Did I make a wise choice? 8 replies - Last 2009-11-7 14:56
Want a new violinFrom Eric JohnsonInstruments: Dang, got the itch for something new. 20 replies - Last 2009-11-7 14:34
Should I upgrade my violin?From Eric JohnsonInstruments: I have that urge to buy something new. 3 replies - Last 2009-11-6 22:49
Importance of bow to the soundFrom Casey JeffersonInstruments: What if Strads and Del Gesus played with a cheap low end student bow? 24 replies - Last 2009-11-6 07:58
Vibrato Anyone????From Amy JeanInstruments: Anyone know any techniques for mastering vibrato??? 5 replies - Last 2009-11-3 22:57
Scarampella violinsFrom Samuel MannInstruments: Could I get everyones opinion on Scarampella violins? 80 replies - Last 2009-11-3 19:30
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? 16 replies - Last 2009-11-2 20:00
Worst wolf note ever?!?From Casey JeffersonInstruments: Wolf on open A. Beat that! 4 replies - Last 2009-11-2 07:29
Bridge heightFrom pold poldiInstruments: E string too low? 19 replies - Last 2009-11-2 03:26
An inexpensive viola for outdoor festival playingFrom S DunlopInstruments: It's likely to get beat up but I'm still playing in public and need projection and reasonable tone 5 replies - Last 2009-11-1 18:11
LIGHTWEIGHT STRONG VIOLIN CASE RECOMMENDATIONFrom Elaine JeonInstruments: trying to decide between: Bam violin case, Shar Super Lite Carbon case, or Bobelock Fibreglass. 10 replies - Last 2009-11-1 11:36
THE Violin for Halloween !From Marc MouriesInstruments: It's a scary eBay violin 6 replies - Last 2009-11-1 08:14
Bel Suono shoulder restFrom Kylie SvensonInstruments: Has anyone tried one? Where I can I find one? 2 replies - Last 2009-10-31 17:07
Full size strings on a Fractional?From Roland GarrisonInstruments: I recently purchased a 5 string violin, with CGDAE strings. I would like to know what the trade-offs are for the different string options. 8 replies - Last 2009-10-30 22:03
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