Oh,   It’s cold outside . But you know what works great  with this weather? No, not hot chocolate. The violin !   It’s so cozy  that you would try a few winter songs , right?   No idea what to pick? Here are some Classics, 5 Violin songs you should play this winter :   1. Carol of The Bells (Lindsey Stirling) This one is so great  that it will give you motivation  to learn it every day !   2. Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree (Home Alone) From the scene where Kevin throws a f

You always find so little time to practice , and on top of that, your neighbors complain every time you pick up your violin. The mutes don’t work , and your technique fades away . What should you do? The safest option on the table is practicing without the bow . Believe me, sounds stupid, but it can make the difference you need ! This way, you can focus more on the left hand and discover mistakes that you didn’t even know existed. I discovered this when I broke my right han

Your violin strings have a bigger impact on your tone than almost anything else you can change. They affect how your instrument feels under your fingers, how it projects in a hall, and even how easy it is to stay in tune. With so many brands and types, choosing the right set of violin strings can feel confusing, but it doesn’t have to be. Let’s go through the main things you should consider before buying your next set. 1. Know Your Playing Style The way you play and the kind

Halloween is the perfect time to bring your violin to life, and maybe even scare a few people in the process! Whether you’re playing at an event, recording a spooky video, or just having fun at home, these three violin scores for Halloween (with free scores included) are a must this season. 1. Zombie  – The Cranberries If you’ve watched Wednesday  Season 2, you’ve definitely noticed this song making a haunting comeback. “Zombie” is a dark, emotional rock classic that sounds s

Sooner or later, every violinist needs to change their strings, whether one breaks during practice or they’ve simply lost their shine. If you’ve never done it before, it can feel a little intimidating… but don’t worry. Changing strings is easy once you understand the steps, and it’s one of the best things you can do to keep your instrument sounding fresh and alive. Below you’ll find everything you need to know, and at the end of this article, you’ll find a link to our step-by

Every violinist knows that frustrating feeling, your tone sounds clean, but somehow lifeless. No matter how in tune you are or how well you play, something feels… flat. That “plain” sound isn’t about talent or instrument quality, it’s about control, color, and emotion. The good news? With a few small adjustments and 10 focused minutes a day, you can transform your tone into something warm, expressive, and full of personality. Let’s go step by step on our best violin tips on h

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Did you ever feel like this? -> funny reel You had a lot to do lately. The violin sits still in its corner of the room, and you feel guilty. After a while, you finally decide to play something for the sake of the ‘old times’. But, holy moly, it feels like you are playing for the first time! And it’s been just a few days since you practiced! You ask yourself, “What should I do?” Don’t Feel Guilty: Everyone Goes Through This The answer is simple. You should not feel guilty or b

Have you ever been excited to learn a new piece? It’s fresh, it’s fun, and it should  sound amazing! ✨ But then… You start to sight-read, and it’s not what you expected… Every note sounds wrong, the rhythm is clumsy, you can’t get past the first few bars—it feels frustrating, and you want to give up! 😩 Why? Because   you need a clear structure ! Don’t worry—this happens to all of us, and it can  be improved. A few sight-reading tips that work and we use with our students to

Do you want to start learning the violin, but you have no idea how to put your fingers on it? Here is how to play the first position on the violin, a step-by-step guide for every note. And yes! There are many other positions on the violin! How many positions are on the violin? The most used positions on the violin are the first five, but advanced violinists can use seven, eight, nine, and even more positions, depending on the repertoire. In this article, we will talk about th

Violin strings name chart The violin has four strings. When you play the strings without putting any finger, you’ll hear these notes in order from high to low: E, A, D, and G. This tuning is standard for classical violins! 🎻 How to tune your violin? The easiest way to get it right is with a tuning device or app to get the correct pitch. It has a mic that tells you if you need to go higher or lower, making tuning super simple! Just go string by string. You can adjust the pitc

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