Violin Practice
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What Bow Should I Buy?
Today I’m going to be talking about the different kinds of violin bows and what you may decide is best for you. The purpose of this video is NOT to offer an exhaustive list of all the different types of bows of woods in regards to genus, species, regions etc. I am intentionally keeping this
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The Importance of Warming Up
What are the primary benefits to warming up properly? A. You will have a significantly more focused and productive practice session. You want to warm up your body and mind. There are 4 main points about the value of being warmed up. — Because joints are stiff when not warmed up. When they are stiff, they move and
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How to Do Tremolo on the Violin
What is tremolo? Tremolo on a bowed stringed instrument just means that you are creating a “trembling effect”. You will want to repeat the same note very quickly with very short bow strokes. The concept of tremolo is not very hard to grasp. However, being able to move the bow as quickly as you’d like
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How to Do Ponticello
Sul Ponticello is just Italian for “on the” (Sul) “bridge” (ponticello). Ponticello is an effect that is most often used in orchestral music to show danger or mystery. It colors the sound in such a way that it conveys a sense of coldness or starkness. There are varying degrees of ponticello but all of them
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How to Bounce a Bow
Hello Everyone, Todays video is about learning how to bounce your bow. Bouncing your bow on a stringed instrument is more commonly known as Spicatto. There are many types of Spicatto and today we are only going to focus on the primary mechanics of a simple Spicatto bow stroke. I will cover more techniques and
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How to Change a Violin String
Hello Everyone, For today’s video, I will not only be showing you an easy way to change your violin string but also a couple tricks that will make your violin much easier to tune. Usually peoples biggest fear is that the are going to break their violin. It’s not really that easy to break your
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Revolutionizing the Violin Industry
In a world where technology constantly reshapes our lives, Kennedy Violins stood as a beacon of innovation in the realm of violin sales. Over 20 years ago, when online violin stores were a rarity, Kennedy Violins emerged as a trailblazer, revolutionizing the way musicians could buy quality violins on the internet. In this blog, we
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The Importance of Rosin for Stringed Instruments/ A Comprehensive Guide
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned musician, the importance of rosin cannot be overstated. It is an essential component in achieving optimal sound quality, control, and expression on your stringed instrument. Common Misconceptions About Rosin: Quality Matters: Not all rosins are created equal. The quality and composition of rosin can vary, affecting its performance