Violin Blog
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by Zlata
Technique vs Musicality: Which One is Learnable?
We often think that technique is just a trick you learn, while musicality is the artistry that can’t be taught. I think it’s exactly the other way around:
You are NOT Allowed to do THIS on the Violin
Where do the rules about violin hold, bow hold and other technique come from and should you follow when they don’t work for you?
What to Play When Buying a Violin Bow?
How to try out violin bows and find your ideal bow? In this article you’ll learn how to discover the differences and the exact phrases I play:
Violin Self Study Tips: Learn to Play the Violin Fast
Can you teach yourself how to play the violin?
Can you learn to play the violin without a teacher?
Look, whether you have a teacher or not: in violin playing we’re ALL self taught. Here are some tips:
How to Play Viola as a Violinist?
With almost the same playing technique as your violin, you can easily pick up a deep and warm sounding instrument: the viola!
Different Types of Violins
What kind of violin is the best choice for you?
In this article I describe the different types of violins and related instruments
History of the Violin
How did the violin you have in your hands today evolve through the ages? The violin was first made in early 16th century Italy. Read it’s history here:
Color your Sound by Bowing on Different Contact Points
By bowing on different spots on the string of your violin, you can create different sound colors. In this article I explain how and when to do this:
You Can NOT Learn to Play the Violin from YouTube
Yup, this is coming from a popular YouTube teacher. Here’s why I respectfully disagree with the Online Piano and Violin Tutor: