Julia's Violin Blog

Do you know how to clean a violin? Often students don't know how to properly take care of their instruments, so I've put together this step-by-step guide. Cleaning and maintenance are very important if you want to enjoy a great sound and a long-playing life. With a bit of consideration and regular care, you can [...]

Searching for the best violin accessories for your violin practice? Whether you are just about to purchase your violin, or you have been playing for a while, these accessories are must-haves for any violin player. In this article, I am sharing the top 5 accessories that you should absolutely buy when starting to play the [...]

Are you ready to play in the third position on your violin? You've managed to learn to play many pieces in the first position. Your sound and pitch are good. Now you're ready for one of your first big steps! Violinists use a system of positions that dictates where each finger should be, and the [...]

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! Open in new tab FULL-SCREEN MODE How to Use this Free Online Metronome: Quick Guide In [...]

Have you been wondering how many violin types there are and which are the most popular? In general, no two violins are the same. Some have found their way into musical history, while others are the go-to choice for those new to the world of violins. Playing the violin involves understanding your stringed instrument and [...]

Have you ever wondered how to tune the violin with the pegs only? Or maybe you are facing this problem: the string is so out of tune that using fine tuners doesn't fix the problem - in that case, you have to use the pegs to tune your violin. In this article, I am going [...]

Violin fingering tapes are a popular way to get familiar with left hand fingering for new violinists, and there are plenty of store-bought fingerboard stickers available. However, without a doubt, the best way to use fingering tape on the violin is to create it yourself. The best thing is that all you need is some [...]

Here is some of the best free violin sheet music to practice with for all levels, selected and arranged by a violin teacher.  Getting started with playing the violin doesn't have to break the bank. Becoming a talented violinist is all about practicing and experimenting with different styles and playing techniques. There is plenty of [...]

If you’re just starting to play the violin, a violin fingering chart can be very useful! It gives you an overview of where the notes are on the violin. This is a helpful reference when learning to play the violin in a new position. You can use these charts to help train your ears to [...]

Let's say that you have always wanted to learn to play the violin or that you already have some playing experience under your belt and now you're looking for violin books. Whether you're wondering which books are perfect for beginners or what book you should buy next to refine your skills, you're in the right [...]

When it comes to understanding key signatures, some beginning violinists can be intimidated due to the amount of complex information out there. Often, if they are not taking formal violin lessons, they will skip learning it altogether. Today, I will show you all the basics you need to know about key signatures so you can [...]

A list of the world's most expensive violins in 2021. How much would you pay for a violin? Whether you're an admirer of music or a long-term violinist, you've probably heard of certain violins having an eye-watering price tag. Talented violin makers, like Guarneri del Gesù and Antonio Stradivari, are responsible for creating some of [...]