Easy guide to learning chromatic scale on the violin Even if you're a beginner violinist, you probably have heard of scales, as well as the benefits of studying them (have a look here if you haven't), and that there are basically two types of them: major and minor. This is a simplification of the various [...]

Tremolo is a technique used mostly by string instruments. Bowed instruments, meaning the violin, viola, and cello, frequently use it in orchestral repertoire, while plucked instruments such as the guitar and percussion instruments use it even in solos. The same technique in wind instruments is not as easy to achieve, but it is possible, and [...]

Let's have a look at the nuances of legato and tenuto bowing techniques! What Is the Difference Between Legato and Tenuto? Legato and tenuto are two techniques that are similar but produce a different sound effect. Legato means to play the notes smoothly and connected. Tenuto, is more of articulation and means simply to sustain [...]

Let's have a closer look at the violin legato bowing technique! What is Legato? Legato is an Italian musical indication from composers requesting a smooth, continuous sound between notes. In other words, you’re playing the full length of the notes with no interruptions in between them. For violinists, this means connecting multiple notes together as [...]