Violin

Everyone has head of Stradivarius violins. Even people who can't play the instrument, and have nothing to do with it, know the name Stradivari. Why is that? Because he has a reputation for having made the best violins ever and his instruments are famous for having insanely high price tags. It comes as no surprise that there are tons of knock-offs out there. If … [Read more...] about How To Tell A Real Stradivarius Violin

We all know that violins have strings. But what do we really know about those strings? What are the strings on a violin made from? And to what notes are they tuned? What else do I need to know about violin strings? The strings are a vital component of a violin, so let's take a few minutes to learn a little more about them. Keep reading for all of the important … [Read more...] about What Are The Strings On A Violin? (Material, Tuning & More)

Violins produce a beautiful sound. Assuming you know how to play them. If not, they still produce a sound. It's not beautiful though. But how do they produce sound at all, whether beautiful or not? All you're doing is rubbing one fiber against another. How does that result in such a clear and precise tone? Keep reading to learn exactly how a violin makes … [Read more...] about How Does A Violin Make Sound? (It’s Pretty Amazing!)

The violin is a notoriously difficult instrument to master. Most believe it takes years and an excellent teaching system to become a professional violinist. But that isn't necessarily true. While a good teacher can certainly help, you don't need one. It is very possible to learn to play the violin on your own. In fact, some people actually learn better that … [Read more...] about How To Learn Violin By Yourself (Key Tips You Need To Follow)

A violin is a fragile wooden instrument. If you drop it, it can break. If it’s too dry, the wood can crack. If it’s too humid, the wood can expand, making the pegs impossible to turn. And if your fingers are too oily, the oil can damage the varnish on your violin. It is the beautiful balance between all the delicate parts of the violin that delivers the timeless sound … [Read more...] about How To Protect Your Violin: Complete Guide

Deciding on a violin can be hard. Especially if you are just starting out. As a beginner, you probably want to keep costs down as much as possible. But you also want to avoid getting stuck with a cheap violin that sounds bad and constantly has issues. Luckily, that is not hard to do, if you know what to look for. Below we give you the most obvious signs of a cheap … [Read more...] about Signs Of A Cheap Violin (10 Obvious Giveaways)