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Introduction to Reading Violin Tabs for Beginners

Tablature is a form of musical notation that makes reading music easier for fretted and string instruments like guitar, bass, and violin. The premise is operationally-based, meaning that rather than...

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15 Popular Violin Solo Pieces for Beginners

Just starting out on violin and not sure where to begin with violin solos? Here, violin teacher Naomi Cherie S.  has outlined 15 popular violin solo pieces to help you build your beginner repertoire....

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10 Essential Violin Books for Beginners (Updated for 2022)

The violin is a beautiful string instrument perfect for musicians of all ages to learn. Along with having a qualified violin teacher to instruct you, the right violin books are your most valuable tool...

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Top 10 Violin Tuner Apps Top 10 Violin Tuner Apps Reviewed (Updated for 2022)

Most violinists know what it’s like to play with an out-of-tune violin. Not only is it hard to play, but it doesn’t sound great either. If you have a violin tuner app handy, you can quickly tune your...

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Violin Lesson Prices: How Much Are Violin Lessons for Kids?

Think you could be the parent of a budding Vivaldi? Learning to play the violin is an intricate activity, requiring the appropriate guidance. When considering a professional teacher, you may want to...

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Is it Hard to Play the Violin? (3 Challenges & How to Overcome Them)

If you’ve decided you may want to learn the violin, you’re in the right place! You might be wondering is it hard to play the violin, and this guide will answer that question for you. We’ll also share...

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Top 5 Instructional Violin Books for Kids

Are you looking for violin books for beginners that are kid-friendly? Below, violin teacher Julie P. shares her top five books for little violinists … There is an unbelievably large amount of music...

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6 Tips to Help Reduce Tension While Playing the Violin

Reducing tension while playing the violin is extremely important. After all, relaxing your muscles is one of the keys to producing a smooth sound. Below, violin teacher Carol Beth L. shares five...

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Age or Aptitude: When to Start Violin Lessons

Some start optimistically young, others driven by passion start much later in life, but when is the right time to start  violin lessons? Like any other form of art, there’s simply no black or white...

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20+ Fantastic Websites and Resources to Help You Learn Violin Online

When you’re learning violin, it’s always a good idea to have some helfpul websites bookmarked to help you practice and learn between your lessons. Here, music instructor Julie P. shares 20+ websites...

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Should Your First Music Lessons be 30, 45, or 60 Minutes Long? The Ideal...

You’ve found a great music teacher and are ready to book – but if you’re not sure about the ideal music lesson length, you’re not alone! Read on for some helpful advice from Greensboro, NC teacher...

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How to Read Violin Notes for Beginners

Playing by ear is a wonderful and valuable skill that can come in handy in many situations, especially when it comes to improvising. However, learning how to read violin sheet music is necessary if...

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The Best Violin Exercises for Rhythm, Tone, and More

Are you looking for a way to improve your violin playing? If so, you’ll want to check out these exercises. These violin exercises will help improve your technique, flexibility, and tone.  And best of...

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What Are the Best Violin Brands for Beginners?

Think you want to learn the violin? Great choice! While there are many different brands of violins available on the market, not all of them are created equal.  In this blog post, we’ll take a look at...

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Why Are There Different Violin Sizes, and Why Does it Matter?

Do you know what the difference is between a child’s violin and an adult’s violin? Most people don’t. And even if they do, they might not understand why it matters. One of the main concerns that...

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What’s the Total Cost of Learning to Play the Violin?

Do you want to learn violin, but you’re not sure if you can afford it? Below, violin teacher Carol Beth L. shares the total cost of learning to play the violin… Is “learn violin” on your to-do list for...

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5 Ways Your Bowing Technique Affects Your Violin Tone [Video]

Dreaming about a smooth beautiful violin tone? For beginners, it’ll take some practice to perfect your bowing technique and stop the “squeak.” Here, violin teacher Naomi Cherie S. shares a few tips…...

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How Can I Make Practicing Violin Scales More Effective?

No matter how much students may groan when it comes to scales, they are very important for all beginners to know, particularly for the violin. Almost all of your knowledge about playing the violin...

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6 Maintenance Tips for Violin Bows

All musical instruments require attention and maintenance. When it comes to the violin, however, it is easy to forget that the bow needs as much care as the instrument itself. After all, the way you...

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How to Play the Violin Like Lindsey Stirling

Have you ever watched violinist Lindsey Stirling and been in awe of her talent? If you want to learn how to play the violin like Lindsey Stirling, read on.  In this post, we will give you some tips on...

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