Everyone knows the violin is a difficult instrument to play. Many consider it the most difficult. We've already established that the violin is harder than the guitar. Today we want to find out: is violin harder than piano? Generally, things like this are subjective. One person might find the violin harder, while another finds the piano more difficult. But in … [Read more...] about Is Violin Harder Than Piano? (What You Need To Know)
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Is Violin Harder Than Guitar? (What To Know Before You Start Either One)
I've been playing the guitar since I was a teenager. I only just started learning the play the violin a few years ago. Coming from the guitar, I have definitely found the violin to be much harder. It has taken me much, much longer to reach even a basic level of proficiency. After the same amount of time learning the guitar, I was able to play advanced pieces. Not so … [Read more...] about Is Violin Harder Than Guitar? (What To Know Before You Start Either One)
Do Violins Have Frets? (Everything You Need To Know)
Do you play guitar? Or bass, or another fretted instrument? Then you know how useful those frets can be. They make it so much easier to get each note exactly right. If you've ever player a fretless bass, for instance, you know how much harder it is to get the note right, when you have to nail the finger position perfectly on your own. So if you're thinking of … [Read more...] about Do Violins Have Frets? (Everything You Need To Know)
How Long Does It Take To Learn The Violin?
Learning the violin is famously difficult. Despite that, the instrument continues to attract many young musicians. In fact, in some cases, it is the difficult reputation itself that attracts new players. Some people just love a challenge. Whatever your reasons for considering the violin, there is one big question all prospective violinists have. How long does it … [Read more...] about How Long Does It Take To Learn The Violin?
How Much Does A Violin Bow Cost? (All Factors You Need To Know)
Violins are expensive. We all know that. When you first get started on the instrument, it hurts to learn you will need to spend at least $400 for a decent entry-level violin. And then comes the bow. How much does a violin bow cost and is it going to hurt as much as the instrument itself? No, not quite. Bows can get incredibly expensive, but you can get good … [Read more...] about How Much Does A Violin Bow Cost? (All Factors You Need To Know)
What Is The Violin Bow Made Of? (All Common Materials)
I first started on the violin a few years ago. Like many, I bought the cheapest instrument I could find at the time. As you can probably guess, it sounded terrible. It looked almost like a 'real' violin, but the weight, color, and feel were just off. And the bow included in the package was along the same lines as the instrument itself, quality-wise. It was made from … [Read more...] about What Is The Violin Bow Made Of? (All Common Materials)
What Are The Notes On A Violin? (Everything You Need To Know)
The violin does not have frets. That makes it more difficult to play than a guitar, for instance. With frets, you know exactly how to play certain notes. You can map out the neck of the guitar with the exact notes of each fret and string. On the violin, you need to find exact individual notes by hearing them. The only violin notes you know for sure are the ones … [Read more...] about What Are The Notes On A Violin? (Everything You Need To Know)
What Are Violin Strings Made Of? (And Which Material Is Best)
Violin strings have changed a lot over the years. That is why you will get many different answers when you ask what violin strings are made of. You'll hear that they are made of catgut, horse hair, and even human hair. Only one of those three is true. And even that one is not what it sounds like. Plus, that material is rarely used these days. Modern strings are … [Read more...] about What Are Violin Strings Made Of? (And Which Material Is Best)
How Much Do Violins Cost? (All Price Ranges)
Violins are famously expensive. We've all heard about violins selling for many millions of dollars. But those are famous instruments with a lot of history. How much do violins cost if you are looking for a regular instrument? Maybe an entry level violin, or something for an intermediate player? Or even a professional violin? Keep reading to learn how much you can … [Read more...] about How Much Do Violins Cost? (All Price Ranges)
Best Violin Shoulder Rest (Max Comfort At A Low Price)
Not every violinist likes using shoulder rests. And you can certainly play without one. That's what people did for many years, before violin shoulder rests were invented. But using one makes a lot of sense. It adds a significant level of comfort. Of course, that assumes you get a good one. The best violin shoulder rests add a ton of comfort, but little weight. … [Read more...] about Best Violin Shoulder Rest (Max Comfort At A Low Price)