The violin or fiddle as it is commonly called, is an instrument that makes beautiful music. If played correctly, it can soothe the savage beast and give tranquility and peace to the tormented individual. However, one mistake that many make is not knowing how to hold it correctly. One important lesson that a beginner needs to learn is how to hold a violin in the proper position.
One important piece of equipment that is a must have for beginning students is known as a shoulder rest. One can find the location of this tool in the on the back on the fiddle next to the lower bout. It basically adds comfort when playing.
Shoulder rests can vary when it comes to price ranges. However, for the student that needs to save a few dollars, a sponge that's long and made of nylon is a great alternative. It can be applied by using a rubber band to apply it to the violin and left edge corner of its back.
Now it's time to position the fiddle. It should be held in the left hand and placed on the left shoulder. Make sure to place it on the shoulder rest at the top. An individual's chin should be placed upon the chin rest, which is the base instrument top. This piece is usually black and shaped like an oval. It aids in making the fiddle easier to hold. There must be a secure fit between the instrument and ones shoulder. An individual should be able to secure the instrument and be hands free.
The left hand is one of the most important parts of the body when it comes to playing the violin. It must be placed at the back of the neck of the fiddle, while the left thumb is placed to the left of the fingerboard. There is to be a half inch of space between the fingerboard and thumb which should be an even height with the fingerboard. The height shouldn't be too high or too low.
The positioning of the wrist is sometimes difficult for beginners to perfect. It is natural to want to place one's wrist on the back of the fiddle in order to rest, but is strongly discouraged. The wrist is not supposed to touch the instrument at all, but should always be in a straight position. It needs to be free to play whatever notes it wants uninhibited.
The violin is to be placed in front of the individual parallel to the ground. Whether the person chooses to play sitting or standing is up to the individual. Some students are lazy and often fall into the habit of playing the instrument downwards. This is a poor habit that should be stopped immediately. Feet need to be placed shoulder width apart if standing. Those sitting should be in an upright position on the edge of a chair.
If these guidelines are followed consistently over time, it will become more natural to play the violin. It is so very important to follow these tips in order to make sure that good habits are developed. Good habits are ones that should last a lifetime.
One important piece of equipment that is a must have for beginning students is known as a shoulder rest. One can find the location of this tool in the on the back on the fiddle next to the lower bout. It basically adds comfort when playing.
Shoulder rests can vary when it comes to price ranges. However, for the student that needs to save a few dollars, a sponge that's long and made of nylon is a great alternative. It can be applied by using a rubber band to apply it to the violin and left edge corner of its back.
Now it's time to position the fiddle. It should be held in the left hand and placed on the left shoulder. Make sure to place it on the shoulder rest at the top. An individual's chin should be placed upon the chin rest, which is the base instrument top. This piece is usually black and shaped like an oval. It aids in making the fiddle easier to hold. There must be a secure fit between the instrument and ones shoulder. An individual should be able to secure the instrument and be hands free.
The left hand is one of the most important parts of the body when it comes to playing the violin. It must be placed at the back of the neck of the fiddle, while the left thumb is placed to the left of the fingerboard. There is to be a half inch of space between the fingerboard and thumb which should be an even height with the fingerboard. The height shouldn't be too high or too low.
The positioning of the wrist is sometimes difficult for beginners to perfect. It is natural to want to place one's wrist on the back of the fiddle in order to rest, but is strongly discouraged. The wrist is not supposed to touch the instrument at all, but should always be in a straight position. It needs to be free to play whatever notes it wants uninhibited.
The violin is to be placed in front of the individual parallel to the ground. Whether the person chooses to play sitting or standing is up to the individual. Some students are lazy and often fall into the habit of playing the instrument downwards. This is a poor habit that should be stopped immediately. Feet need to be placed shoulder width apart if standing. Those sitting should be in an upright position on the edge of a chair.
If these guidelines are followed consistently over time, it will become more natural to play the violin. It is so very important to follow these tips in order to make sure that good habits are developed. Good habits are ones that should last a lifetime.
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