August 21, 2021

What Violin Strings Should I Buy?

Everyone is always asking, “What violin strings should I buy?”  The thing is, that varies from player to player.  Below I’ll be talking about several different brands/variations of strings from total beginner to professional grade.  I’ll also tell you what strings I use.  I went through several years and several types of strings before finally…

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violinguy

January 24, 2017

Parents and Violin Lessons – How to Help

No matter what method is being taught to a child, the parents still play a key role in that child’s success.  As a teacher, I teach Suzuki method with my youngest and beginning students.  I stress the parents’ role from the beginning.  One or both parents must be involved in a child’s musical development from…

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violinguy

August 18, 2016

Back to School Violin Supply List

It’s time for the kids to go back to school which means it’s time for violin lessons to get started again.  Every violin student needs certain supplies for his or her lessons.  Read on for the best back to school violin supplies updated for 2016. Instruments Every violin student needs a violin and bow.  Duh. …

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violinguy

June 2, 2016

How to Make a Violin Mute Out of a Dollar Bill

Today I’m going to tell you (and show you if you watch the video) how to make a violin mute out of a dollar bill.  One of the tools you must have as a string player is a mute.  Showing up at rehearsal (or worse a performance) is very unprofessional.  Orchestra music routinely calls for…

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violinguy