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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

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

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

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

vegetarian violinists
Life in general: vegetarianism and violinists
From Mark Roberts 58 replies - Last 2010-8-24 21:52

too old at 69???
Life in general: i am beginning at age 69, it's hard to play slow when i am an accomplished pianist. i work hard at practice, but progress very slowly. anyone have advice for an aging crone, who has great motivation but not enough patience?
From di allen 32 replies - Last 2010-8-23 10:05

anyone using the I Pad with music reader
Life in general: mentioned in the 'page turning' thread. Is anyone actually using the set up, especially outside the practise room?
From sharelle taylor 7 replies - Last 2010-8-22 11:30

Getting the blood pumping!!!
Life in general: What pieces do you listen to that get you pumped/excited/ready for the day/ awake?
From Corey Worley 14 replies - Last 2010-8-19 16:11

G.F. HANDEL
Life in general: I am searching for the sheet music for G.F. HANDEL "PRAYER" : Dettingen Te Deum
From robert keith 2 replies - Last 2010-8-18 06:18

Learning to read. Everything. That's written.
Life in general: and not misinterpret or jump to a false conclusion or make a false assumption.
From sharelle taylor 1 reply - Last 2010-8-17 12:42

Adult Problem. The Lincoln Syndrome.
Life in general: How to remember all the details for good performance.
From Don Roth 10 replies - Last 2010-8-16 09:31

Fitting with your violin
Life in general: Do you and your violin appear to fit together?
From Han Li 4 replies - Last 2010-8-15 18:03

Freshman Year: Estimated Sheet Music Cost
Life in general: How much will it cost to get all of the music I will need throughout Freshman year?
From meade meyer 5 replies - Last 2010-8-14 10:37

Chin Rest Revenge
Life in general: Could I design a better chin rest than what is out there already ?
From Don Roth 13 replies - Last 2010-8-13 05:48

Air travel with a violin: recent experiences?
Life in general: Looking for recent travel stories
From Laura B. 10 replies - Last 2010-8-12 13:57

A good car for violinists?
Life in general: Are you happy or unhappy with your vehicle as it relates to your musical activities?
From Anne McKinley 39 replies - Last 2010-8-9 14:02

Where to buy a violin case in Stockholm, Sweden?
Life in general: Looking for a place to buy a violin case in Stockholm.
From Merit Kraav 3 replies - Last 2010-8-7 12:18

Amazing Performance
Life in general: A guitar on V.com ??
From Don Roth 6 replies - Last 2010-8-6 20:35

Average Speed of Goblins
Life in general: If you were a goblin and you had to wear Goblin Shoes with curly bits on the front you wouldn`t move so fast.
From John Cadd 13 replies - Last 2010-8-3 16:33

Can I still get into a music college?
Life in general: How possible is it of me getting into a music college 3 years down the road.
From Ruth Chew 8 replies - Last 2010-8-3 06:53

Classical Musicians in feature films???
Life in general: Who's on film?
From Mark Johnson 16 replies - Last 2010-7-31 09:30

Statistics on early vs late start?
Life in general: Would a survey among Violinist.com members be a good idea?
From Bart Meijer 66 replies - Last 2010-7-28 02:52

Violin-Related Sculptures Around the World
Life in general: Violin-related sculptures around the world with geotagging and/or location information.
From Juergen L. Hemm 10 replies - Last 2010-7-25 22:26

Shoulder Rest-less: Protecting the Instrument
Life in general: Looking for a product to protect my violin's back now that I am no longer using a shoulder rest. Moisture from my shoulder is being absorbed into the chamois leather I currently play with, causing damage to the instrument. Suggestions, anyone?
From Nathaniel Anderson-Frank 25 replies - Last 2010-7-24 16:55

Why bother?
Life in general: As an amateur, I have pathetically little to show for decades of effort. And yet . . .
From Bill Walderman 38 replies - Last 2010-7-19 07:48

Pedi aluminum case?
Life in general: Anyone tried the Pedi aluminum alloy case from Roder?
From Pontus Adefjord 0 replies - Last 2010-7-18 21:45

What is the ambience of this violin forum.
Life in general: The ambience in a room is often taken for granted.It can affect your feelings without you realising.
From John Cadd 47 replies - Last 2010-7-17 00:38

Stuck in a Rut! (+ Recital)
Life in general: What to do?
From Han Li 2 replies - Last 2010-7-16 08:04

Was Frank Sinatra Influenced by Heifetz?
Life in general: Frank Sinatra
From Nate Robinson 41 replies - Last 2010-7-14 09:27

10 year old Take violin to summer arts camp?
Life in general: My daughter's camp can keep violin in secure, but un-airconditioned room. OK to keep violin at 80 to 90 degrees, with high humidity? Thanks for any help. Ann
From Ann Miller 8 replies - Last 2010-7-8 08:52

Music Discussion
Life in general: for Gold Arts Award
From Lauren Foley 0 replies - Last 2010-7-7 11:41

Need a Job? Help Wanted at the N.Y. Philharmonic
Life in general: Now accepting resumes...
From VJ PITILU 0 replies - Last 2010-7-7 11:41

What would you play IF you're aboard the sinking Titanic?
Life in general: Imagine you were Wallace Hartley, Titanic's band Violinist and his mates, what would you choose play during those final moments?
From Vincent Simanjuntak 51 replies - Last 2010-6-30 12:32

Has your attitude changed?
Life in general: You studied music as a kid, left it for several years, and now you're back. Has your attitude and/or appreciation undergone much change between then and now?
From Marsha Weaver 11 replies - Last 2010-6-21 13:20

Viola da Spalla
Life in general: What an interesting instrument. Ever seen this?
From Marina Fragoulis 2 replies - Last 2010-6-20 04:29

ISAAC STERN
Life in general: In the memory of a Great Violinist!
From Royce Faina 3 replies - Last 2010-6-14 16:19

Your Parent Has Cancer
Life in general: i have not lost a parent yet. Mom has Throat Cancer, what should I be doing? What to expect and do when I lose a parent?
From Royce Faina 26 replies - Last 2010-6-11 19:45

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