The much-celebrated wedding website, The Knot, recently published a roster with some of the best love songs of all time. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, we can’t think of a better gift for our string musicians than a…
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HOW TO PROTECT YOU AND YOUR STRING INSTRUMENT DURING FLU SEASON
ith the flu season upon us, and in particular, the spread of COVID-19, we thought it a good idea to pass along recommendations from various experts about how to protect yourself and your string instrument to minimize inadvertently spreading viruses…
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WHEN ARE YOUR VIOLIN STRINGS WORN OUT?
Unlike violins, which can sound beautifully for centuries when well-cared for, violin strings need to be replaced regularly. If you don’t change them as needed, the strings will sound duller, less resonant, and may even fray or snap causing potential…
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5 TIPS FOR ADVANCED SONGWRITING
Remember when you were new to songwriting, and your GarageBand app was your best friend? Well, all that time, creative energy, and recording practice has paid off. You’re finally in the “advanced songwriting realm,” which means it’s time to take…
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SUMMER READING FOR STUDENT MUSICIANS
Among life’s simple pleasures, summer reading is right up there. Just the thought of relaxing in the sand, on the porch, or under a nice shading tree with some good titles is enough to make you wish for an endless…
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WHY MUSIC CAN KEEP YOUR MIND HEALTHY
s there anything more universal than music? It comforts us when we’re sad, and we use it to celebrate in times of joy. Music helps us power through chores and long trips. For musicians, you don’t have to be a…
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17 SOURCES FOR LEARNING MUSIC ONLINE WHILE SHELTERING IN PLACE
ather than looking at sheltering in place as an unhappy situation, embrace it. Let's look at this time as a gift and make the most of it by expanding our knowledge and horizons. We’ve put together these resources to pique…
Read moreHOW DOES COLD WEATHER AFFECT YOUR VIOLIN?
Does your violin sound a bit more nasal or tinny when you play it during the winter? Perhaps your instrument feels a bit tight, and you get more aggressive with it.
Both of these conditions happen in winter when the…
Read more10 TOP MODERN HOLIDAY SONGS FOR STRING INSTRUMENTS
hile holiday classics are "classic" for a reason, it can be mind numbing to play the same songs over and over, year after year. We understand your frustration.
Thus, one of our holiday gifts to you is this list of…
Read moreHOW TO PROTECT YOU AND YOUR STRING INSTRUMENT DURING FLU SEASON
With the flu season upon us, and in particular, the spread of COVID-19, we thought it a good idea to pass along recommendations from various experts about how to protect yourself and your string instrument to minimize inadvertently spreading viruses…
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Stringtelligence by Thomastik-Infeld: vibrating string length and string tension
These factors can seem a bit too technical or just matter of preference, but it is definitely worth understanding what to look and listen out for
What is vibrating string length?
The ‘vibrating string length’ (VL) of a string instrument…
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HOW THE ABILITY TO RECORD MUSIC CHANGED THE MUSIC INDUSTRY
Before recorded music was possible, people had little control or options over the music they could hear. For many centuries, external powers like the church or aristocracy commanded music – they directed its creation and performance.
During the Classical Period…
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HISTORY OF THE VIOLIN: FACTS YOU MAY NOT KNOW
The violin is the undisputed leader of the orchestra. Anyone passingly familiar with music knows of the violin. But how much do you know about its origins and evolution?
ANCIENT ORIGINS OF THE VIOLIN
The oldest known ancestor to the…
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2019 UPDATE: BEST APPS FOR LEARNING TO PLAY THE VIOLIN
pps dedicated to musicians and violinists have made it easier than ever to practice, learn, and deepen their understanding of core music theory and technique – even when they’re on the go. Some apps are better than others, so we’ve…
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UPDATE: COOLEST NEW APPS FOR MUSICAL COMPOSITION 2019
omposing is an important musical skill – and it’s worth mastering. While you may not create a piece worthy of the next Top 10 Songs For the Violin, the process of composing is a way to reverse engineer what you’ve…
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TEACHER’S CORNER: HOW TO GUIDE YOUR GIFTED STUDENTS TO THE BEST MUSIC SCHOOLS
urturing and supporting talented music students through high school, and then facilitating their launch to the best music school is one of the most rewarding aspects of being a music teacher. Deciding on which type of school to attend, and…
Read moreAGE APPROPRIATE VIOLIN SONGS FOR ADULT BEGINNERS
One of the most difficult challenges for adults taking on the role of beginner violin student is finding age-appropriate music. While children may be happy to play Row, Row, Row Your Boat and other classic nursery rhyme tunes, adults need…
Read moreTHE BENEFITS OF PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS
Private lessons have a notably positive impact on a string musician's progress and ability. First and foremost, private lessons provide customized – and differentiated – instruction for the string player, ensuring s/he remains at the edge of the learning curve.
…
Read moreHISTORY OF THE VIOLIN: FACTS YOU MAY NOT KNOW
The violin is the undisputed leader of the orchestra. Anyone passingly familiar with music knows of the violin. But how much do you know about its origins and evolution?
ANCIENT ORIGINS OF THE VIOLIN
The oldest known ancestor to the…
Read more
2019 UPDATE: BEST APPS FOR LEARNING TO PLAY THE VIOLIN
pps dedicated to musicians and violinists have made it easier than ever to practice, learn, and deepen their understanding of core music theory and technique – even when they’re on the go. Some apps are better than others, so we’ve…
Read more