A simple guide to using violin fine tuners Ever wondered what those small metal screws in your tailpiece are, how they work, and why some violins have less than four? Violin fine tuners are a relatively new invention from the early 1900s that allow violinists to adjust the pitches of the open strings quickly and [...]

The word appoggiatura comes from the Italian 'appoggiare' which means 'to lean'. It is a form of ornamentation, a small note in front of the principal note, sometimes called a 'grace note', that is played before the principal note. Sometimes there is more than one grace note. There are two types of grace notes, one [...]

Learn what beautiful pieces can be played by a violin and cello duet. Among the instruments in the violin family, the violin and cello are the most well-known and have the most repertoire available. The violin is perfect for playing the main melodies and has a clear, high-pitched and loud sound that stands out. The cello, [...]

Check out what are the best electric violins available and what to take into account when buying one. Electric violins come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, and which one is the best electric violin for you will depend on various factors. There is a huge number of makers, with vast differences between brands, [...]