Violin

Key signatures govern which notes stay sharp or flat for a whole piece. Here's how to read them on the...

Second position is the link most violinists skip. Here's what it is, how your hand shifts to get there, how...

An honest, beginner-focused comparison of violin and viola: size, tuning, clef, tone, role in the music, teacher and resource availability,...

Seven beginner violin outfits from 60 to 350 euro, grouped by who each one suits, with the setup and solid-top...

Learn how to play musical double stops on violin using one open string and one fingered note. This lesson introduces...

Discover how open string double stops create clear harmony on the violin. A simple introduction to hearing intervals and developing...

Understand how major and minor scales are connected through relative keys. Learn how C major and A minor share the...

Play the A minor scale in first position with no shifting required. Learn the natural minor sound and improve your...

Master the G major scale in first position and develop smooth string crossings while learning one of the most essential...

Take your violin playing further by learning the D major scale across two octaves. This lesson builds coordination and position...