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Violin Discussion BoardLife in generalA place to practice in New York?From Anna W.Life in general: I'm looking for a place in New York to practice in the first days of december.  1 reply - Last 2009-11-20 07:45
Professional Options for Retutning AdultFrom April ChildersLife in general: Adult returner with MS is curious about chances of playing with a professional orchestra. Began learning violin at age 4, studied for about 20 years, then didn't play for almost 10 years. 5 replies - Last 2009-11-18 23:00
A loss of inspiration.From sam draperLife in general: Trying (and failing) to rediscover my love of the instrument. 26 replies - Last 2009-11-18 19:40
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? 12 replies - Last 2009-11-9 14:43
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? 11 replies - Last 2009-11-6 08:39
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? 59 replies - Last 2009-11-2 18:59
How to keep music in your life when your doing something else.From Marie S.Life in general: Music studies in college without majoring in music. 6 replies - Last 2009-10-28 14:24
Information about the Yellow Barn Music FestivalFrom dani rossLife in general: Has anyone every heard of this music festival? 1 reply - Last 2009-10-25 21:22
What's the London music scene like?From Ariana StraznickyLife in general: Are musicians happy studying and working in London? What's the scoop? 6 replies - Last 2009-10-25 12:44
Asking someone to buy an instrument for you...From Fahad A.Life in general: How to do it? 0 replies - Last 2009-10-21 22:33
Who names their instrument(s)?From Hanna JarrettLife in general: Does everyone else name their instruments? 47 replies - Last 2009-10-21 22:02
Opinions on Zyex violin strings??From Hanna JarrettLife in general: Has anyone else tried the Zyex violin strings? Does anoyone else love them as muchh as I do? 15 replies - Last 2009-10-21 17:12
Skill, Talent or Freedom?From Yixi ZhangLife in general: The sense that you can... 12 replies - Last 2009-10-20 17:33
Saint Paul Sunday - what a great show!From Roland BaileyLife in general: Saint Paul Sunday provides a portal into the world of chamber music. 1 reply - Last 2009-10-20 11:38
What is the hardest instrument to learn? Perhaps violin?From Smiley HsuLife in general: I'd like to get your opinion on whether violin is the toughest instrument to learn and master. 53 replies - Last 2009-10-19 08:39
When Learning Different Musical StylesFrom Heather MeisnerLife in general: Wondering if it is a bad idea, at my stage of learning, to try and learn very different styles of music at the same time...maybe I won't get the most out of either one?? 14 replies - Last 2009-10-18 07:25
Music is like...From Jasmine ReeseLife in general: Finish the simile! I'll go first.... 27 replies - Last 2009-10-16 15:33
Late-starters, please share your inspiring stories!!From Jenni BeanLife in general: "You MUST start the violin young." If you beg to differ and have inspiring stories to support your argument, please share!! 10 replies - Last 2009-10-15 00:41
Posting music on Facebook?From Eric JohnsonLife in general: I am curious how to do it 0 replies - Last 2009-10-14 19:22
Strings on the internetFrom Sophie CLife in general: I recently bought CHEAP passione strings for violin on ebay. Could they be fakes?? Or am I overly suspicious? 18 replies - Last 2009-10-13 18:58
Tune? Piece? Song? Well, what then?From Andres SenderLife in general: The misuse of the word 'song' is pretty innocent as language abuses go. 40 replies - Last 2009-10-12 08:12
Why Sarasate did not write a concerto?From rick benfordLife in general: Does anyone know a possible reason? 11 replies - Last 2009-10-6 01:17
The First Viola Joke?From Martin ButlerLife in general: Francesco Geminiani 22 replies - Last 2009-10-5 01:33
Cochlear Implants and musicFrom Leanne SlingerlandLife in general: Seeking any info about cochlear implants and their effects on music perception/abilities 16 replies - Last 2009-10-3 04:28
Are we Conventional? Should we be?From Helen MartinLife in general: What do we mean when we say "conventional?" If we all have a different definition, does the work actually have any meaning? I am beginning to think that our conventions may have historical roots that could use a second look. 3 replies - Last 2009-9-29 19:11
Finetuners are for Babies???From Marc MouriesLife in general: I was shocked to watch a well-known author and teacher say to a student "Fine tuners are for babies". http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1nvExq56Fs#t=05m05s 33 replies - Last 2009-9-27 16:48
Summer Recipes?From Royce FainaLife in general: What are your favorite recipes when summer comes? 31 replies - Last 2009-9-25 18:02
Neglected concertosFrom rick benfordLife in general: Do you know any concerto that does not receive the credit it deserves? 42 replies - Last 2009-9-23 16:57
Mandolin players?From Alvin ChenLife in general: Just like a violin! 76 replies - Last 2009-9-23 09:40
Cello :)From Fayth WilliamsLife in general: To Play Or Not To Play... 11 replies - Last 2009-9-22 20:30
What Did You Do This Summer?From Emily GrossmanLife in general: How was it? 46 replies - Last 2009-9-22 05:28
Perfect pitchFrom rick benfordLife in general: Do you really know anyone who developed it? 61 replies - Last 2009-9-21 20:07
Virtuoso ViolinFrom Ben ClaptonLife in general: A Mechanical violin 2 replies - Last 2009-9-21 20:01
Fiddlers on the Wane: Whither Jewish ViolinistsFrom Tom HolzmanLife in general: An interesting article on three of the best Jewish violinists from the past 100 years, Yehudi Menuhin, Szymon Goldberg and Gil Shaham. 10 replies - Last 2009-9-21 10:01
PodcastsFrom Eric JohnsonLife in general: What podcastst do you listen to? 2 replies - Last 2009-9-16 09:27
Statistics on early vs late start?From Bart MeijerLife in general: Would a survey among Violinist.com members be a good idea? 63 replies - Last 2009-9-14 11:31
Violinist and ScientistFrom Kimberley CaoLife in general: Who suits the category? 32 replies - Last 2009-9-12 15:28
Must-have violin book recommendations!From Rupert VandervellLife in general: Looking to learn in general. 4 replies - Last 2009-9-10 05:21
Starting Early vs. Starting LaterFrom Gabriella LeeLife in general: Do you think that those who start violin later than people who started really young (around ages 4-10) are less likely to be as good at playing it because when you're young you tend to pick things up faster? 16 replies - Last 2009-9-9 08:49
Violin HeroesFrom Anne HorvathLife in general: A New Special Edition book from The Strad magazine 10 replies - Last 2009-9-6 12:45
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