May 23, 2018 | Play in Tune
Does your violin playing sometimes sound sloppy? By playing with your fingertips instead of your arms, you can create a clean sound with clear articulation on your violin. I’ll explain the left hand as well as the right hand technique in this video: 1) Strong...
Apr 4, 2018 | Interviews, Play in Tune
How to Play in Tune on the Violin with Simon Streuff How to improve your intonation on the violin? The biggest struggle of violinists is to find and hit the right notes consistently Improving your intonation is not just a matter of practicing more or listening well....
Jan 2, 2018 | Play in Tune
I play the violin for over twenty years, but my intonation improved most in the two years I didn’t practice scales… The thing is… There’s a time and place for scales I had always been playing scales on the side and it intensified during my...
Apr 25, 2017 | Play Comfortably, Play in Tune
Large viola’s have a full and deep sound, but it might be difficult to reach all notes with your left hand. This video teaches you how to position your left hand and thumb, so you can easily place your fingers on the right spots. Don’t worry that your arms...
Jan 10, 2017 | Bowing Technique, Play in Tune
In this video I explain how you combine your bowing technique with your left hand technique in string crossings and how your fingers can prepare for the coming note. Preparing your fingers helps you to make smooth string crossings and allows you to play with more...
May 31, 2016 | Play in Tune
This episode is about having more fun while practicing scales. You probably know that practicing scales is essential for building up a good violin technique and playing in tune with a beautiful tone. 1. Have a clear goal Some students don’t really understand why...