Nov 19, 2014 | Music Theory
When you play a note that doesn’t sound good, there are three possible causes: it can be out of tune it can be a wrong note the note can have a bad tone The solutions to these three possible problems are very different. To be able to correct yourself you need to know...
Aug 8, 2014 | Play in Tune
This weeks’ episode of Violin Lounge TV is all about making a ‘Scale Scheme’. This is something I do with my private students a lot. It makes you understand playing in different keys better. You will know what fingering (high or low) to use. Also it’s an...
May 1, 2014 | Play in Tune
Double stops can be difficult. Sylviane writes: Hello Zlata, Have you made a movie/video clip about double stop and chords? If not, would you put that on your list for next movie? I am currently playing some songs that require so many double stops, oh my goodness,...
Mar 26, 2014 | Bowing Technique, Play in Tune
Keep your pinky round, your teacher might have told you a hundred times. A round left pinky will improve your intonation. A round right pinky will improve your bowing and tone production. It’s easier said than done as your pinky needs strength (muscles!), flexibility...
Feb 25, 2014 | Play in Tune
Play a semitone from an open string with your index finger Hit the first semitone after the nut in tune with these tips: Our viewer Wayne asks: “I am an adult beginner playing 1 year and haven’t taken any lessons but progressing. My question: what is the most...
