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Browse the blog posts and podcast episodes to help you learn the violin as an adult.
![Ep #14: Setting up your space for violin practice](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62a803423dba04786349cd71/1655997707138-2HB1C0SXSPO1U42W6F4F/unsplash-image-8sR2RQJBiOk.jpg)
Ep #14: Setting up your space for violin practice
Do you have what you need to have a successful violin practice? Listen to find out what you need to set up your space
In the second half, I cover some ideas and solutions for those of you who have to be mindful of your noise production (thin walls, roommates, neighbors...)
![Ep #13: What learning the violin as an adult is REALLY like || Student stories: Andres](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62a803423dba04786349cd71/1655997356918-ZZ4DZ4OP2NCBRS2D7FAT/unsplash-image-R6cWCXSKKFo.jpg)
Ep #13: What learning the violin as an adult is REALLY like || Student stories: Andres
In this episode, my private student Andres shares his story of how he came into the violin 5 years ago without any previous musical experience, and how he's been able to establish a consistent practice over the years while balancing a demanding career.
![Ep #11: 5 mistakes you're making in your violin practice](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62a803423dba04786349cd71/1655909917584-UE6QT5LPMAH9MMVTNKEF/unsplash-image-EjmcT09e3Jg.jpg)
Ep #11: 5 mistakes you're making in your violin practice
These are the top 5 mistakes that we all make when practicing violin.
![Ep #9: Making time for violin practice as a busy person || Student Stories: Olivia](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62a803423dba04786349cd71/1655909527628-5572AA70U7BZBZ3RYSKH/unsplash-image-QBT5O-qS0yg.jpg)
Ep #9: Making time for violin practice as a busy person || Student Stories: Olivia
In this episode, my private student Olivia shares her story of how she went from being a total beginner to starting a Vivaldi concerto in just 2 years, all while being a working, full-time university student.
![Ep #8: Transitioning from classical violin to Irish fiddle, featuring Hannah Harris](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62a803423dba04786349cd71/1655909309682-2EU35WH7WPAYI127VK4L/unsplash-image-a3YXYC1n5ao.jpg)
Ep #8: Transitioning from classical violin to Irish fiddle, featuring Hannah Harris
This week’s episode features guest expert, fiddler, and ethnomusicologist Hannah Harris, who discusses getting started with Irish fiddle
![Ep #7: Getting back into shape after a long practice break, part 2](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62a803423dba04786349cd71/1655839388256-WHUE9EEPBG4C7WMVSFV7/unsplash-image-AQIB4qsI8wI.jpg)
Ep #7: Getting back into shape after a long practice break, part 2
Here are some tips for when you're ready to start practicing violin again after a long break.
![Ep #6: Getting back into practicing violin after a long break, part 1](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62a803423dba04786349cd71/1655839168753-L4FAOFUUKYEIMBFXGDX2/DSC08410.jpg)
Ep #6: Getting back into practicing violin after a long break, part 1
Here are some tips for when you're ready to start practicing violin again after a long break.
![Classical Violin Repertoire: the listening guide to classical violin music](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62a803423dba04786349cd71/1655838985068-EF3MFX9TS0KL0GLCKOHK/DSC08309.jpg)
Classical Violin Repertoire: the listening guide to classical violin music
The complete listening guide to the classical violin repertoire: learn the difference between a violin sonata, a concerto, a show piece, and solo pieces, and much more.
![Ep #4: Violin Maintenance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62a803423dba04786349cd71/1655910149888-LWD9S5HPHJGPQ3HONG1G/unsplash-image-kG-UNTwqyso.jpg)
![Ep #3: What you need to know before buying a violin](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62a803423dba04786349cd71/1655838245231-3NOCLF76K502UX0QEX7K/unsplash-image-L1uHQ8-T8eU.jpg)
Ep #3: What you need to know before buying a violin
Things you should be aware of to help you prepare to buy an violin.
![Ep #2: 7 tips to get the most out of your violin lessons](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62a803423dba04786349cd71/1655837892872-J0L31O6V2NEOE8F5E0O1/DSC08408.jpg)
Ep #2: 7 tips to get the most out of your violin lessons
Here are 7 things you should be doing to get the most out of your violin lessons
![7 advantages adults have over kids when it comes to learning violin](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62a803423dba04786349cd71/1655829470031-5Q189HBE6KIQEXPMEKMR/DSC08284-Modifier-2.jpg)
7 advantages adults have over kids when it comes to learning violin
Seven reasons reasons why it's easier to learn the violin as an adult than as a kid. Plus, what are the advantages that kids have when learning an instrument, and how can we apply that to our learning.