Learn Violin your way with a TakeLessons expert

Do you want to get more out of your violin practice? Below, violin teacher Montserrat P. shares some common violin mistakes students often make when practicing and how to fix them... You don’t think Lindsey Stirling or Jascha Heifetz got to where they are without practicing the violin, right? In order to prefect your violin skills and progress further, you must frequently practice. After all, practice does make perfect. Unfortunately, many students don’t know how to properly practi

When you’re just starting out on the violin, it’s important that you have some easy violin songs to help you stay motivated and maximize your fun. Simple violin music can be just as beautiful as its complicated counterparts, and you don’t have to be Paganini to play some expressive and rewarding melodies. Knowing just a handful of notes, you can play tunes from a variety of styles. If you’re new to violin lessons, your teacher can help you learn some of these beginner violin songs wi

Some beginner violin students prefer to rent a violin before they commit to purchasing one. After all, it’s not easy to know what’s the best violin for beginners, and you want to be sure you actually enjoy playing the instrument prior to making the investment.  However, if you are eager to purchase a student violin, then allow us to help. Choosing the right violin brand can be difficult, as there are many options available. It’s important to know what to look for and where to begin

Are you looking for a way to improve your violin playing? If so, you'll want to check out these exercises. These violin exercises will help improve your technique, flexibility, and tone.  And best of all, they're fun! So give them a try and see how you can improve your playing. How Do I Strengthen My Fingers for Violin? As a beginner violinist, focus on these key areas: Improving your posture Holding the violin bow correctly Fingering the violin correctly Developi

One of the best things about playing an instrument is getting to play with other musicians. Below, violin teacher Naomi Cherie S. shares some fun and easy violin duets you can play with your musical friends... Sure, playing violin solos can bring you hours of joy. But let’s face it; when it comes to playing music, sometimes it’s the more the merrier! Not only can it be more fun to add another musician to your ensemble, but playing duets can actually benefit you in many ways, too. For

Do you want to learn how to do vibrato on the violin? Below, violin teacher Carol Beth L. gives a lesson on how to master this impressive skill... Have you ever been captivated by the wavering notes in the slow movement of a violin solo? If so, you were probably listening to an accomplished violinist who had thoroughly mastered vibrato violin. Learning vibrato violin is a big step in your musical development. Mastering this complicated skill will help take your violin playing to the n

Do you have a big recital coming up? Below, violin teacher Julie P. shares some tips on how to choose the best violin songs and nail your next performance... If you’re a beginner violinist preparing for your first big recital, you’re probably wondering how to pick the best violin songs that will showcase what you've learned throughout your violin lessons. Chances are you're also nervous about how you'll play in front of people. While it's good to have some butterflies in your stom

Gifted musicians don't appear from nowhere fully-formed and ready to take to the concert platform.  For every 45-minute concerto or 90-minute recital you hear, hours of hard work have gone into every note, every phrase, and even how the music is approached, learned, and memorized! It may seem strange to say that proper practice is the most nerve-wracking element of mastering your violin, but if you don't know how to structure the session, how can you ever be sure that you're working on the rig

Let’s face it; not everyone can be a violin player. It takes a certain individual to master such a complex instrument that requires immense dedication and concentration. From rough finger tips to grueling practice sessions, violin players are challenged both physically and mentally whenever they step onto the stage. Whether you’ve just started taking violin lessons or you’re a seasoned violin player, chances are you can relate to more than one of the following things… 1. Ever

The violin is one of the most widely recognized musical instruments among children and adults of all ages. It’s a beautiful instrument, both to look at and to listen to. If you’re thinking about taking violin lessons, be prepared to find benefits in several surprising ways! The benefits of playing violin go far beyond just gaining the ability to play beautiful music on a new instrument. Take a look at what else the violin can do for you: Physical Benefits Increased arm strength: Yo