Is it worth it to buy a violin from Grandma?
Unless Grandma or Grandpa was a professional musician, it is highly unlikely that the fiddle you found in her attic is actually a priceless Stradivarius! And in fact the $500 you would spend to fix it up might well be better-spent just buying a new fiddle. But you will need someone trustworthy to help you make that call.
How often should you play the violin as a beginner?
One of my teachers had a saying, “Perfect, plus 100!” A hundred repetitions might be a more realistic goal for regular practice; that’s 10 daily for 10 days. Or, simply playing your piece twice a day for 50 days. Better yet, play something that you know every day for a year; it will sound quite nice after that year!
Do you feel embarrassed to play the violin as an adult?
In your lessons, don’t be embarrassed to play because you aren’t good at it. I’ve noticed a phenomenon in adult beginners: sometimes they talk their way through lessons to avoid playing! They don’t really know they are doing it, but it just feels more comfortable because they know how to talk, and they don’t yet know how to play.
Where is the best place to buy a violin?
And when it comes to buying a violin, making an online-purchase can be costly and very disappointing. It does help to start out with some trustworthy and recommended brands, but you’ll want to be sure that you can hear the violin before you make the purchase (to that end, places like Shar offer in-home trials of instruments .)
Where can I buy a vintage violin on eBay?
Antique violins can work as either instruments or appealing display pieces. These vintage violins are available from a variety of brands at affordable prices on eBay. Exploring the different specifications and countries of origin for these products can help you know what to look for when considering these collectible instruments.
How often should you play a violin piece?
Or, simply playing your piece twice a day for 50 days. Better yet, play something that you know every day for a year; it will sound quite nice after that year! As you can see, you can play with the math, but repetition is absolutely essential for achieving fluency on an instrument.
