Slipping violin pegs is a common issue. And an annoying one. If the pegs don't hold, the strings will constantly go out of tune. And few things are more frustrating than having to stop your practice session to adjust your tuning. Not to mention if the pegs slip while you're in concert. If you're having issues with your violin pegs slipping, you want to get that … [Read more...] about How To Fix Slipping Pegs On A Violin The Right Way
Violin Tips
Tips on playing the violin, caring for your violin and much more.
What Is A Silent Violin? (And Should You Get One?)
Imagine the possibilities. A silent violin allows you to practice anywhere and anytime. You can practice the violin when it suits you. Not when it suits your family, your roommates, or your neighbors. But what is a silent violin exactly. How can you play without creating a sound? More importantly, are silent violins any good? Or will getting one simply hamper … [Read more...] about What Is A Silent Violin? (And Should You Get One?)
Why Does My Violin Squeak? (And What Do Do About It)
It takes years to become proficient on the violin. In the early stages, it can be difficult to get a clean tone on the instrument. One potential issue is squeaking. There are a number of things that can cause a violin to sound squeaky. And it's not always your fault. Keep reading to learn what can cause a squeaky violin, how to figure out what is causing yours to … [Read more...] about Why Does My Violin Squeak? (And What Do Do About It)
How To Store A Violin Safely (No More Worrying!)
Storing anything delicate is always a tricky undertaking. And the violin is certainly a delicate instrument. If you need to store your violin unused for any period of time, you want to make sure you give it the best possible chance of surviving unharmed. To do that, you need to store it properly. That involves a number of things. Luckily, none of them are tricky or … [Read more...] about How To Store A Violin Safely (No More Worrying!)
How To Ship A Violin Safely (Vital Info)
Your violin is safest at home. There's no doubt about that. But sometimes you have to travel with it. If you take the proper precautions, this shouldn't be a problem. Then there might be times where you have no choice but to ship your precious violin. This is far riskier, since you are leaving it in the hands of strangers. But you can minimize the risk by taking … [Read more...] about How To Ship A Violin Safely (Vital Info)
How Long Do Violin Strings Last? (Read This Before Changing Yours)
Violin strings are just as important as the violin itself. Changing strings does more for your sound than buying a better violin, when you consider the cost of replacement versus the benefit. But we don't just change strings when we want to achieve a different sound. You also need to swap out the strings when they begin to deteriorate and negatively affect the … [Read more...] about How Long Do Violin Strings Last? (Read This Before Changing Yours)
How Does An Electric Violin Work? (It’s Actually Really Cool)
Electric violins can look pretty bizarre. But there is nothing unusual about the sound. A good electric violin produces a beautiful sound. It is every bit as usable, playable and enjoyable as an acoustic violin. But how do they pull that off? How does an electric violin work exactly? How does it make such a beautiful sound, without the use of a resonant … [Read more...] about How Does An Electric Violin Work? (It’s Actually Really Cool)
How To Mic A Violin (Live And In The Studio)
Miking instruments well is an art. And the violin is no exception. In fact, it is probably one of the harder instruments to get right. Every situation is different and calls for a slightly different mic setup. But there are some general guidelines to follow and some setups that tend to work well in many situations. Keep reading to learn how to mic a violin, be it … [Read more...] about How To Mic A Violin (Live And In The Studio)
What Is A Double Stop On Violin? (Plus Tips And Exercises)
There is a reason the violin is considered one of the hardest instruments to learn. Many reasons in fact. Difficult advanced techniques make up a lot of those reasons. One of those techniques is the double stop. It can be tricky to learn. But it is worth the effort. Learning how to double stop has several benefits, which we will cover below. Before we get into … [Read more...] about What Is A Double Stop On Violin? (Plus Tips And Exercises)
How To Tell A Real Stradivarius 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 most of the famous violin players today use … [Read more...] about How To Tell A Real Stradivarius Violin