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Violin Discussion BoardPracticingWhat's the best way to use technology for practice sessions?From Roland GarrisonPracticing: With Internet access is everywhere, why not use it for practice? There should be some way that V.com users could set up virtual practice sessions!  6 replies - Last 2009-11-19 15:10
Vibrato with no shoulder restFrom Andrew HollandPracticing: To those of you who support your violin/viola with your left hand - are you able to produce a hand vibrato while supporting the instrument with your left hand? How? 29 replies - Last 2009-11-17 22:21
Shift and Bump?From Smiley HsuPracticing: Is it a good idea to bump the body of the violin with the heel of your left hand when shifting up to 3rd position? 20 replies - Last 2009-11-16 14:45
Advice An Old(er) BeginerFrom Kevin McElheniePracticing: At the age of 50 I started playing the violin. Now after a almost 2 years, I could use so good advice on how to move forward with my playing. 11 replies - Last 2009-11-16 14:32
Any Recent Revelations?From Adam CliffordPracticing: Title says it all.. have you had any recent revelations or suddenly understood some difficult aspect of the violin recently? In your practicing, have you had an 'AHA' moment?! If so, do tell! 18 replies - Last 2009-11-15 02:45
Getting Restless...From Amy JeanPracticing: While I am playing the violin i get back aches or my fingers start hurting, is that normal? 13 replies - Last 2009-11-12 06:18
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? 52 replies - Last 2009-11-11 14:09
Nice Wooden Music StandFrom Cynthia MarcusPracticing: I am looking for a wooden music stand, any suggestions? 26 replies - Last 2009-10-29 21:17
Viola Clef for ViolinistFrom joell lymanPracticing: Becoming proficient at alto clef 9 replies - Last 2009-10-29 13:45
Playing in Tune.From Henry Butcher.Practicing: Do you think de-tuning a violin will help improve intonation..? 18 replies - Last 2009-10-18 23:21
Measuring progress as an adult re-beginner & teacher 'fit'From Ophelia LarsonPracticing: One year anniversary of private lessons - determining progress/pace 17 replies - Last 2009-10-15 13:48
Free piano accompaniment mp3 filesFrom tom utschPracticing: I recorded some piano accompaniment to some of my favorite parlor violin pieces. I had previously posted them as midi files. I recently found how to convert them to mp3 so they are now available for free download in mp3 format also. 4 replies - Last 2009-10-14 14:14
How to get re-inspired?From J FisherPracticing: After a piece gets old, and uninteresting, how do you re-light the fire? 16 replies - Last 2009-10-13 05:10
Question about tuningFrom Smiley HsuPracticing: When using a chromatic tuner, should all 4 open strings move the needle to the middle? 101 replies - Last 2009-10-11 23:27
Son having sudden problem with 4th finger.From Laure MillerPracticing: My son is suddenly having a problem playing 4th finger in 1st position. 26 replies - Last 2009-9-30 03:48
Double Concertos and the LikeFrom Emily GrossmanPracticing: Just intonation? 14 replies - Last 2009-9-30 00:43
Do mutes affect intonation?From Eric JohnsonPracticing: Apartment dweller is struggling. 51 replies - Last 2009-9-25 10:42
Staying in the proper clefFrom Ann Marie CordialPracticing: When your brain switches clefs while you're playing.... 8 replies - Last 2009-9-25 06:52
Pre lesson practice?From Eric JohnsonPracticing: Should I? 22 replies - Last 2009-9-11 09:42
Practice WoesFrom Elizabeth MusilPracticing: Looking for advice on practicing in an apartment building with very thin walls. 17 replies - Last 2009-8-22 23:13
Fingers on the violin stringsFrom Christopher YutucPracticing: Does the size of fingers really affect one on playing the violin? 8 replies - Last 2009-8-18 23:26
double-jointed pinky. advice please!!From Emily OingPracticing: any advice to getting rid of buckling and caving in pinkys? help please!! 6 replies - Last 2009-8-14 03:05
Repeat Trouble - 5 yo son can't remember!From Ophelia LarsonPracticing: Need advice on helping 5 yo son remember repeated sections. 9 replies - Last 2009-8-13 07:02
Recording lessonsFrom Camille GoutonPracticing: Do you record your lessons? If you do, which type or recorder do you use? Also is it really necessary? 7 replies - Last 2009-8-12 07:52
A Good Way To Learn?From Rhianwen CagePracticing: What are good ways to learn new things when tuition isn't availible? 5 replies - Last 2009-8-5 13:11
Software to slow down Internet music without changing pitchFrom Pauline LernerPracticing: I've heard about software that will play music on the Internet at a reduced speed without changing the pitch. Suggestions? 15 replies - Last 2009-8-1 19:36
Learning to improvise on the violin?From Edward SuraPracticing: How do you learn how? 52 replies - Last 2009-7-30 22:25
Best Music Stand LightFrom Eric GodfreyPracticing: What are your experiences with and recommendations for a music stand light? 22 replies - Last 2009-7-21 07:16
An inventory of Kreutzer etudes from another perspectiveFrom Bart MeijerPracticing: Which Kreutzer took you longest to learn? And which one shortest? 6 replies - Last 2009-7-19 13:20
SevcikFrom rick benfordPracticing: Who does the whole thing? 3 replies - Last 2009-7-12 08:18
Posture during practiceFrom Dennis LeePracticing: Is it better to sit or stand during practice? 10 replies - Last 2009-7-10 21:44
Is it just me?From Frances ChewPracticing: I practice my violin listening to different music. I listen to music that fits my mood, weird and unconventional I know but I actually do better than if I didn't. What about you? 2 replies - Last 2009-7-5 16:09
How to use Galamian ScaleFrom Qi TaoPracticing: How to practice scales using Galamian scales? Any details or demos ? 5 replies - Last 2009-7-4 01:30
Problem of having cold hands, becoming inflexible, slow and insensibleFrom Wai Yeung LuiPracticing: When your hands are cold, it is very unfavourable and difficult to practise. The fingers become very inflexible, slow and insensible. 21 replies - Last 2009-6-28 12:51
Wittner wood metronome - with or without bell?From tomi brandonPracticing: would appreciate advice on a wittner wood metronome - with or without bell? any consumer reviews here on either? 6 replies - Last 2009-6-27 15:14
Fat Finger StrugglesFrom Benjamin KaminskiPracticing: Here is my problem: I've got big hands and thick fingers. 30 replies - Last 2009-6-27 08:47
When to switch teachers?From Eric JohnsonPracticing: When and how do I switch to a Celtic teacher? 6 replies - Last 2009-6-19 22:07
Is Standing up Better ?From Don RothPracticing: Standing up vs. sitting. 4 replies - Last 2009-6-16 01:12
Using little time wiselyFrom Nina FronjianPracticing: What's most beneficial to practice when your time is limited? 12 replies - Last 2009-6-9 09:17
left hand pizzFrom wei xuPracticing: Direction of plucking? 2 replies - Last 2009-6-7 01:14
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