Violin

Rehairing a bow is not something that you think you need to do. However, as you continue studying your instrument, you may notice some hairs snap and soon you may feel like your bow needs a little attention. Not all bows need rehairing, and if they do, it really...

The violin is a vital instrument in any classical orchestra or ensemble. Like most instruments, the violin started acoustic, and remained such for many, many years.  However, technological advancement has allowed manufacturers to produce many electronic versions. Like most things in life, a well, these newer electronic violins have...

If someone offers to teach you how to play a musical instrument, which one do you pick? For many people, the high chances are that they’ll go for violin. Why? Violin is what makes classical music sound melodious since it is the highest string instrument. Besides, it is one...

Have you ever wished that you could build musical instruments from LEGOs? Youtuber WowBrickArt has now made it possible. With his homemade videos showing you how to assemble LEGOs to resemble everything JS Bach and his church organ to Joshua Bell and his violin, WowBrickArt has detailed out plans on...

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...

Whether you are a beginning violinist or a professional player, you might want to consider the brand of violin that you are going to choose. You should note that the quality of your violin could highly affect the quality of your performance. Hence, you should ensure that you purchase...

The violin is a small and delicate instrument that can produce powerful and sentimental sounds. Apart from a few metallic pieces, the violin is made almost entirely of wood. This makes the instrument even more susceptible to climate changes and rough handling. Don't despair if you live in one of those...

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...

There are a number of violin accessories that you can buy to improve your playing experience, sound quality, and enjoyment. Some are necessary to play the violin properly and comfortably, while others are more just for fun (see pickups and transducers below). We cover the various violin accessories below,...

Orchestra instruments are divided into four main sections: string, brass, percussion, and woodwind. Each one is crucial to an orchestra's sound. And, our orchestra instruments list will give you a closer look to instruments played in symphony orchestras. String Instruments