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Why Scales Are Essential for Violinists
Scales as our secret antidote to poor intonation. Although Lora provides some good ideas on how to practice scales, it is liberating to know that the most important thing is to just do it! Practice your scales in any way you can. You will discover your inner Jedi!
Why I Prefer Body Mapping to Alexander Technique
Body Mapping is easily understood and is specifically designed for musicians. (although I think it could help everyone). It is accessible and can be utilized with very little investment in time or money. Learn why it is often confused with Alexander Technique and why I love it.
Comparing Wolf Forte Secundo vs. Bon Musica Violin Shoulder Rests
Compare Bon Musica with Wolf Forte Secundo shoulder rests specifically for people with long necks, broad shoulders, or prominent collar bones. (Also relevant for narrow shoulder people!)
ITP Announce + mini lesson
Mini lesson on shifting from 1st to 3rd position. Announcing new online class: Introducing the Positions, by Harvey Whistler. If you like the information given here, come get more at: http://www.RedDesertViolin.com Don’t just play, play well! Join my email list for...
How Bananas Help Your Violin Bow Technique
"Bananas" concept helps students learn to bow parallel to the bridge. Micro-Bananas TOTALLY helps spiccato! Get more at: rel="nofollow">http://www.RedDesertViolin.com Don’t just play, play well! Find out about all my online offerings at these links: • Suzuki Book 1...
Tetrachords: Simple, Versatile Exercises for Violin
http://www.RedDesertViolin.com Tetrachords are simple finger patterns used to practice bow techniques and left hand techniques! If you like the information given here, come get more at: http://www.RedDesertViolin.com Don’t just play, play well! Join my email list for...