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Browse the blog posts and podcast episodes to help you learn the violin as an adult.
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 #10: The science of violin repairs, featuring luthier Ian Christian
Today we're discussing important things that you probably haven't thought to wonder about-- like how humidity and your climate affects your instrument, what you should be communicating to your luthier when getting repairs.
Luthiers know way more about violins than violinists do, so you will definitely learn a lot of new things in this episode!
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
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
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
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
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 #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
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
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.