June 4, 2013 at 12:23 PM
Chords on the violin - AKA Doublestops, Triplestops, Quadruplestops. Doublestops are two strings, Triplestops are three strings, Quadruplestops are four strings. They can be a challenge, but once you know the secret formula you will never have issues with chords again! It is a very simple secret. I can't count how many times I have told students over and over and over the secret and now it is in video for all to watch. Violinists around the world now are able to play beautiful chords whether they be up bow, down bow, triplestops, and/or quadruplestops. Remember the secret of balance - do not push and do not force - only relaxed weight and pull. No more frustrations with bad sounding chords:)
Happy Practicing your Chords.
P.S
Share below your chord story - what is your favorite piece full of chords? Mine is the Bach Chaconne :)
P.S.S This post does not cover the technique for quick down bow triplestops that are like in Praeludium and Allegro or the Bruch g minor concerto. We will save that technique for another post:)
Happy Practicing!
Heather Broadbent
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My favorite double-stop piece is Ao Pe Da Fogueira (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxSaJ9GD_TA). It's pretty easy, short, and sweet.
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