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History of the Violin

The violin has long been one of the most prominent musical instruments in use, and some would argue that this instrument is the third most popular musical instrument after the piano and the guitar. Every day, people admire the distinct, yet melodic sounds the violin produces. The violin’s vibrant...
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Best Violin Microphones and Pickups

If you play classical violin, you want your music to be heard whenever and wherever you are performing. Violin microphones can help amplify your sound when you are performing on stage. They are also great for recording studios so that you can isolate the sound of your violin. While...
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Best Violin or Viola Wall Hangers and Mounts

Violins and violas are delicate instruments so you want to make sure that they are always stored properly, but sometimes storing them in their violin or viola case can be cumbersome, especially if you are only setting it down for a minute. You may typically set your instrument down...
Violin Mute

Top 10 Best Violin Mutes

If you are a violin player, there is a high chance that you may have been introduced to a violin mute. A violin mute is a small accessory that you attach to the bridge of your violin in order to suppress the intensity that the vibration of the strings...
Violin Bridge

Top 10 Best Violin Bridges

Every portion of a violin is important. From the strings to the peg, each part contributes to the functionality and playability of the instrument. Yet one of these parts is our focus this time -- the violin bridge. Violin bridges play a role in supporting the violin strings. It...
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Best Violin Finger Guides

Finger guides are great for beginning violin players who haven't yet memorized note names or positions of notes on the violin. They tell beginners where notes are on the string (simiar to guitar frets) and proper violin finger placement since it takes years of practice to accurately place your...
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Buying a Violin Checklist

Since buying a violin is an expensive investment, it's important to know what you need to buy. Besides the violin itself, there are a number of accessories necessary to play the violin properly and comfortably. We cover the various accessories below, which include: the bow, the case, the shoulder rest, the...
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The Violinists of America’s Got Talent

With a broader selection of acts than it's ABC rival, American Idol, America's Got Talent showcases a variety of acts with the goal that the winner will be able to showcase their talent in Las Vegas. Over the years, talents have ranged from Opera singers to magicians, but occasionally...
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Free Online Violin Tuner

Our free violin tuner is an easy way to tune your violin on the go. Our tuner can be used for the standard GDAE violin tuning. Simply click "Play" on the note that you're trying to tune your violin to and "Stop" once you're done. 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Can i fly with a violin

Can You Fly With a Violin as Carry-On Luggage?

The short answer is yes, but different airlines have different guidelines. We at Orchestra Central have flown with violins before, but try to fly under the radar (see what we did there) when passing through the TSA checkpoints and boarding aircraft. Generally, airlines should allow you to fly with your...
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