A quick guide to viola chin rests As a violist, finding a comfortable setup is so important. Violas are larger than violins and can feel heavy and bulky over long playing sessions. Finding a chinrest that supports your posture can help relieve many problems and discomforts that could arise. However, shopping around for a new [...]

A review of the Everest shoulder rest for violin and viola. After many discussions about shoulder rests in the comment sections of my recent articles, I think it’s high time to put my favorite shoulder rest in the spotlight. The Everest shoulder rest is my go-to rest for my violin. The shape works well for [...]

This BonMusica violin shoulder rest review shares an overview of this shoulder rest and will help you determine if this might be a good accessory for you. Spoiler: it's an ergonomic option to consider! Choosing a shoulder rest—and whether or not you want to use one—is an important consideration to make. A good shoulder rest [...]

An overview of violin pieces in the Suzuki Violin Method Have you heard of the Suzuki violin method? It’s a very famous series of music books that violin teachers all over the world use for students of many ages. If you’ve ever wondered what these books cover, you’re in luck! Today I’m sharing a list [...]