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The update for March 29, 2007

March 30, 2007 at 12:27 AM

Hi everone,

Well, last night I had my latest practice, and it went ok, as far as I'm concerned. I was working on Mignon, which I can play, but have not totally mastered. However, Steve, my teacher, told me to add number 10, the Gavotte by Lully , from the 2nd Suzuki book, and I am also tackling that one also. The great quest for violin excellence continues.....

Steve has been drilling me on the Wohlfart exercise book, and I must say that the bowing variations that he makes me perform are a challenge for me, but I think that I'm getting it. I am making progress through the music, so I feel pretty good about it.

For anyone out there that can comment, I'd like to hear from you if you can recommend a reputable violin store in Chicago Ill. My wife and I will be going there in a little over a week, and I'd like to look at violins. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.

Paul

Seman Violins in Skokie. Also, the Chicago School of Violin Making is down the street.
Be sure to check out Performers Music in the Fine Arts Building. They have a selection of sheet music to die for, and the staff is really helpful and nice.

Also, wave to The Bean for me.

What about Bein and Fushi, or is that only for super-high-end instruments? I only know them my reputation, I've never been there.

Paul: click on the "SHOPS" link at the top of the page, which will give you a listing of violin shops with reviews by V.com members.