Holding the violin and bow
What is the best age to start the violin?
The general consensus is that the best age to begin violin study is six or seven years old, although some children can start earlier.
Practicing?
Through practicing students will learn to
1) Set realistic goals.
2) Use focused listening, i. e. hear the music before playing it.
3) Play their instruments with emotion and imagination.
On the topic of practicing, I highly recommend purchasing the book How To Get Your Child To Practice by Cynthia V. Richards. You can buy it here.
Where is the best place to rent an instrument? Click links
Ifshin violins Famous for Jay Haide violins.
Shar Music Violin products and music you can order at discounted prices and includes free shipping.
Dolce Violins Located in San Rafael. A new local shop with very good rates and excellent rent to own plan.
The Magic Flute Offers a variety of instruments and rental plans. They are the best place for buying music.
When is the best time to buy a violin?
A good time to invest in an instrument is when a child is physically ready for a full-size violin.
What summer music programs are available in Northern California? Click links
Cazadero Music Camp For musicians ages 10 through 18. Close to Santa Rosa on Highway 101
Pacific Music Camp Junior camp grades 5-8 Senior Camp grades 9-12 Stockton, California
How often should you change the strings and get the bow rehaired ?
I recommend changing the whole set of strings at least once a year. If the student's hands perspire, change them every six months. I recommend Tonica or Dominant strings for student violins. You can order them through Shar or Ifshin Violins. Buy medium gauge strings, aluminum, with a ball E. Bows should be rehaired once a year.
The general consensus is that the best age to begin violin study is six or seven years old, although some children can start earlier.
Practicing?
Through practicing students will learn to
1) Set realistic goals.
2) Use focused listening, i. e. hear the music before playing it.
3) Play their instruments with emotion and imagination.
On the topic of practicing, I highly recommend purchasing the book How To Get Your Child To Practice by Cynthia V. Richards. You can buy it here.
Where is the best place to rent an instrument? Click links
Ifshin violins Famous for Jay Haide violins.
Shar Music Violin products and music you can order at discounted prices and includes free shipping.
Dolce Violins Located in San Rafael. A new local shop with very good rates and excellent rent to own plan.
The Magic Flute Offers a variety of instruments and rental plans. They are the best place for buying music.
When is the best time to buy a violin?
A good time to invest in an instrument is when a child is physically ready for a full-size violin.
What summer music programs are available in Northern California? Click links
Cazadero Music Camp For musicians ages 10 through 18. Close to Santa Rosa on Highway 101
Pacific Music Camp Junior camp grades 5-8 Senior Camp grades 9-12 Stockton, California
How often should you change the strings and get the bow rehaired ?
I recommend changing the whole set of strings at least once a year. If the student's hands perspire, change them every six months. I recommend Tonica or Dominant strings for student violins. You can order them through Shar or Ifshin Violins. Buy medium gauge strings, aluminum, with a ball E. Bows should be rehaired once a year.
