Buying a violin for the first time can be a stressful process, mainly due to the sheer amount of variables that stand in your way. Should you go for an electric or an acoustic violin? Which brand is best, and are their violins within your price range? These are just some of the questions that …
When you hear the word ‘violin’, what’s the first thing that you imagine? I would bet you any money that you imagine an instrument that is finely crafted out of spruce or willow, with ebony fittings, and dark brown varnish. This is certainly what most violins look like, but not all of them – you’ve …
Musical instruments can be a confusing world, and the viola is no exception to this. Finding the right size and the right brand can be difficult, let alone learning the playing techniques! However, perhaps the most confusing aspect for me when I was first learning the viola is the tuning – I wish I had …
What’s your favorite thing about musical instruments? Perhaps it’s the fantastic tones they produce, the gorgeous aesthetics, or the skill that it takes to play them. All of that is incredibly important, but for me, I have always found the rich culture and history of instruments to be truly magical. Every musical instrument has its …
Purchasing a violin can be a difficult process, especially if you don’t know what size to buy, and I’m hoping that the following best 4/4 violins guide will help make things easier. I was there once years ago trying out all sorts of different violin sizes, and it was an absolute minefield. I will always …
If you are in the market for purchasing a new cello, you may feel a little bit overwhelmed. I can relate – I’ve been playing the instrument for well over a decade now, so I don’t have to deal with this anymore. Still, I can certainly remember the pains of the process back when I …
If you have ever considered purchasing a violin, you will probably be aware that the instrument’s price varies massively. Whether you’ve visited a classical music store or are searching around online, it’s pretty easy to find a beginner’s violin for around $100. Still, it is equally easy to find one that costs 10 or even …
Purchasing your first cello can be a seriously daunting task, especially when there is so much conflicting information available online. There are so many brands and beginner bundles that I see getting recommended, so how are you supposed to know which one is the best for you? Well, the best way to figure this out …
Whether you are purchasing it for yourself, a loved one, or a child, cello shopping can be a little intimidating at times. With so many different types of wood, accessories, and brands to choose from, it can be pretty easy to forget about perhaps the most important element – choosing the correct size. A lot …
