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Best Violin Shops In Nyc

8 Popular NYC Violin Shops

Finding a great violin shop is critical no matter what city or town you live in. NYC is no exception. Since NYC is so big (it's called the Big Apple for a reason) and has world-renowned music schools such as Julliard, we curated a list of some of the...
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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...
How To Get A Violin Appraisal

How to Get a Violin Appraisal

To you, playing violin is everything. The ability to perfect the concertos of the great composers or even craft your own music is priceless. While you probably couldn't put a price tag on how playing the violin makes you feel, a violin valuation could give you some idea of...

How to Start Playing the Violin

If you've thought about learning the violin, then this guide will help you get started. We will cover the basics of buying a violin and then go over ways to start learning how to play the violin. The violin is the smallest instrument in the violin family, but it is...
Best Instruments For Camping & Backpacking

Best Instruments for Camping and Backpacking

Music fills our lives with great energy, it uplifts people and creates an ambiance of fun and relaxation. When on the go, it is ideal to take your camping instruments with you, however, some of them are just too cumbersome to carry with you. Still you may want to...
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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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