Red Desert Violin Blog: Online Lessons, Fiddle Tunes & Learning Tips

Red Desert Violins Blog is your place to explore online violin lessons with fiddle tunes, discover practice tips, and learn how Suzuki levels connect with ASTA, ABRSM, and RCM standards. Whether you’re a beginner or advancing your skills, our articles guide your musical journey with clarity and inspiration.

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Does Your Violin Bow Bounce or Shake? How to Fix It

by Lora | Aug 11, 2010 | Bow hand technique, Violin practice tips | 6 Comments

Does your bow bounce on the strings? I mean, when you’re not trying to? Learn how to fix it.

Wrist and Forearm Stretches for Violinists

by Lora | Aug 9, 2010 | Where Does It Hurt & How To Fix It | 10 Comments

Are you stretching incorrectly? Learn how to stretch the muscles on your forearm and hands to avoid violin-related injuries.

My Catholic Wedding Story

by Lora | Aug 8, 2010 | Mistakes I Made and Other Disasters | 8 Comments

In this episode, I water the plants in the choir room. (Don’t tell anybody!)

Two Obstacles to Great Violin Tone

by Lora | Jul 29, 2010 | Violin tone | 27 Comments

Beginners often struggle with producing good violin tone. Watch these demo videos to learn how to keep the bow straight, which is an important key to good violin tone.

Red Desert Violin Glossary

by Lora | Jul 16, 2010 | Violin practice tips | 6 Comments

This glossary of terms explains the metaphors and analogies I use with my students and in my teaching videos.

Online Classical Music Resources

by Dee | Jun 26, 2010 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The Internet is an amazing treasure trove when it comes to classical music. This post is a quick guide to just a few of the bazillions of places online where you can hear great violin music.