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Learn what an f hole is on the violin, and how sound holes have evolved on other stringed instruments. When you first saw a violin, did you wonder what those beautiful mirrored carvings were on the front? They may look like the shape of the letter "s" from far away, but if you look a [...]
Modern Violin Music That Will Inspire You!
April 22, 2026
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In this article, I would like to tell you about modern violin music, how it uses the violin, and provide you with many listening examples so you can discover new sounds and maybe also new ways you can play the instrument. Are you curious about it? Read on to find inspiration and beautiful tunes from [...]
Amazing Grace Violin Sheet Music and Tutorial
March 18, 2026
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Download Amazing Grace free violin sheet music and learn how to play this beautiful classic piece! I have three different versions of Amazing Grace available for you to try, plus insights and practice tips to help you learn the music. Novice Version - Violin Sheet Music Amazing Grace FREE DOWNLOAD PDF Beginner Version - Violin [...]
How to Relax Your Left Hand When Playing the Violin
February 12, 2026
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How to do Vibrato on the Violin – Easy Guide
February 10, 2026
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Learn the violin vibrato technique in a few easy steps! Learning violin vibrato is a huge step in working towards playing more musically and adding to your musical expertise. After you have learned the basics of posture, playing in tune, counting rhythm well, you will likely want to learn vibrato next. Vibrato is the small [...]
21 Best Violin Books to Improve Your Violin Playing
August 26, 2025
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If you have always wanted to learn to play the violin or you already have some playing experience under your belt and now you're looking for violin books, I prepared a list of violin books that are the best in my opinion. Whether you're wondering which books are perfect for beginners or what book you [...]
How to Join Your First Violin Jam Session [My Best Tips!]
August 22, 2025
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Jam sessions are one of the best ways to improve your skills as a violin player and you will have a great time playing with other musicians. On the other hand, joining your first violin jam session can be a nerve-wracking experience! The fear of feeling left out, playing the wrong notes, and not knowing [...]
The Most Romantic Violin Music: 16 Songs You’ll Love
August 5, 2025
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From contemporary pop music to traditional classical music, there's so much romantic violin music out there. Today we'll look at 15 of the most romantic tunes through different genres of music that sound so sweet on the violin. If you're still in a romantic mood after Valentine's Day, you might want to listen to, or [...]
Online Metronome – FREE Metronome with Subdivisions
July 15, 2025
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Here is the free online metronome so you can start practicing right away. To start practicing, click the start button, but first, choose what sound you would like to hear. This metronome has several for you to choose from! FULL-SCREEN MODE How to Use this Free Online Metronome: Quick Guide In order to start practicing [...]
Learn how to play Coldplay’s hit song with Viva la Vida sheet music and practice tips. Viva la Vida by Coldplay is such a great song, and I always have students asking me if they can learn the fun strings parts on violin. The good news is that this song works really well on the [...]
How to Travel with a Violin: Tips for Planes, Trains, and More!
April 25, 2025
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Traveling with a violin isn’t always easy. Maybe you’ve felt that tight knot in your stomach while standing at the boarding gate, wondering if the airline will let your instrument on board. You’ve probably searched for hours through airline policies, only to find vague or confusing answers. I know the feeling—because I’ve been there too! [...]
The 12 Best Christmas Songs to Play on Violin [Free Sheet Music]
December 11, 2024
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With the holidays coming up so soon, now is the perfect time to learn easy violin Christmas music. I've chosen 12 Christmas songs that are jolly, full of Christmas spirit, and will impress your family and neighbors. They are arrangements meant for beginners but maintain many of the traditional elements of the tunes so others [...]











