Using Digital Channels to Polish Your Violin Performance
Using Digital Channels to Polish Your Violin Performance The digital age has allowed people across the world to share their culture and knowledge on a global platform, and this has been hugely beneficial to music in particular. As reported by CBSNews, digital media has allowed musicians to easily find fame and fans without the need to spend…
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The Right and Wrong Ways to Use Bow Rosin
When most people think about playing the violin, cello, double bass, viola, or any other string instrument they tend to picture the bow and the instrument. After all, that’s all you need, right? Wrong! There is a crucial third component in that partnership that can make or break your playing. Rosin is solid pine resin.…
History of the Viola
No matter if you are already playing the viola or you have an interest in learning how to play this beautiful instrument, you might be curious as to how the instrument was developed and how it might have changed over time. Learning about the instrument that you are playing can help to give you some…
Are A Fiddle And A Violin The Same?
How can you tell the difference between a fiddle and a violin? The short answer is you can’t – they’re actually both the same instrument. Though different musicians can sometimes use the two different terms to refer to their instrument, it is still basically the same four stringed instrument that you see in classical orchestras…
Bass vs Cello
The cello and the bass (also known as double bass) are two of the four main members of the string family of instruments. The other two are the violin and the viola. To look at from afar, the bass and cello seem almost indistinguishable. However, seeing the two side by side will quickly show you…
Different Types of Violins
Ever found yourself listening to a piece of music and wondering what that instrument is? You might have searched and found the answer to be a violin, but your curiosity was not satisfied. What type of violin? Perhaps you are considering purchasing a violin for yourself or as a gift and aren’t sure which violin…
Difference Between Cello and Violin
String instruments are pretty incredible. They can create incredible music, especially if the musician playing the instruments have a great deal of skill. Of course, the general public is most familiar with the violin, but that’s not the only string instrument out there. In fact, you can get violins, cellos, double basses and so much…
History of the Violin
A table, a chair, a bowl of fruit, and a violin; what else does a man need to be happy? – Albert Einstein Central to the creation and interpretation of music, the violin has become a much cherished and beloved part of our continuing cultural endeavors. Shakespeare famously wrote “If music be the food of…
What to Bring to Orchestra Camp
So, you’re off to orchestra camp. Lucky you! Now, you’ve probably already packed your instrument, but what else do you need to bring? Let’s take a look! For Practice Ring-binder Pen and pencil Staff paper Eraser Sheet protectors Bow rosin Spare strings Instrument stand Chin/shoulder rests Instrument case Cleaning cloths and solutions Toolkit for repairs…
How to Tune a Cello
When you’re starting out on an instrument, it’s not only important to learn how to play it but also how to tune it. Tuning is a crucial step for any instrument and should be one of the first lessons you learn as a novice. It is better to learn this sooner rather than later as…
Difference Between Viola and Violin
One of the biggest music-related confusions for non-instrumentalists (and even some practiced musicians!) is the difference between the viola and the violin. They’re both stringed instruments, they look very similar, and their names even sound the same – so what exactly is the difference, and how do we tell them apart? Fear not, music…
How Many Strings Are On A Violin?
With so many different string instruments it can often be difficult distinguishing between them all. There are more than 300 different instruments in the string family alone – including the violin. Those who don’t know a lot about these stringed instruments may often wonder how many strings are on a violin? There’s no need to…
History of the Cello
Of all the musical instruments that exist, the cello is effortlessly one of the most beautiful to listen to. Despite the wonderful quality of the sound that it produces, and High School Musical’s famous “I play the Cello” line, a lot of people do not know much about this incredible instrument. Despite this, the cello…
How To Clean A Violin Bow
A violin bow needs to be looked after, cleaned, and kept in good condition in order for it to work properly for your violin. The bow is a delicate tool and should be treated with care when cleaning it. For this reason, it can be difficult to know exactly how to go about cleaning it,…
What Clef is Cello Written In?
The Cello is by far one of my favorite instruments. It can be soft, providing a symphony with those beautiful swells that seem to rise and fall through shimmerings of higher pitches, but it can also be quite terrifying. Played with vigor and in a way that subverts listener expectation, the cello can strike horror…
Benefits of Learning an instrument: The Ultimate Guide
Introduction This guide will cover the major benefits that musical instruments can have on both children and adults. Brain training is a multi-billion dollar industry. Why? Because studies have shown that the fitter we keep our brain, the better our quality of life. According to the industry, there are endless ways we can improve our…
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6 Things to Know Before Learning to Play Violin, Viola or Cello
Stringed instruments have an amazing history. The oldest stringed instruments, Lyres of Ur, date back 4,500 years. Today, the most common orchestral stringed instruments are the violin, viola, and cello. Have you always wanted to play one of these instruments? There are many things you should know about learning to play the violin and other…
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A Guide To The History of Music Through The Ages
Introduction Welcome to our guide on the history of music. Here we’ve composed the historical origin of the musical genres we know and love today, along with how classical music is crucial to many music types through its establishment of musical theory. We’ve gone even deeper than composed music, however, as we’ve also had to…
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New Location for Evergreen Workshop
The Evergreen Workshop has moved! Our new shop is located at 11872 Canon Blvd., Suite J, Newport News, VA 23606 – just down the street from our previous location. We still have a lot to do to get the new building organized. We have rentals available to rent now and should have the showroom complete…
Choosing Your First Violin
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Maintaining Your Violin, Viola, Cello and Bows
Maintaining Your Violin or Other String Instrument Violins, violas, and cellos are expensive and delicate. Purchasing an artisan-crafted string instrument is an exciting investment, but it doesn’t come without stress. As a beginner, you need to understand the basic tips and techniques that will maintain your instrument’s beauty and sound quality for years to come.…
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Tertis Model Viola
Tertis Model Evergreen Workshop is pleased to offer this exceptional sounding Tertis Model Viola by Andrzej Swietlinski. 16″ Body Length Tertis Model Professionally setup Exceptional Sound Attractive golden-brown varnish applied by hand Andrzej Swietlinski was born in Nowy Targ, Poland in 1962. He is a graduate of the Fine Arts High School in Zakopane, and…