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Top 5 Violin Playing Mistakes That Lead to Injury
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Top 5 Violin Playing Mistakes That Lead to Injury

Read about these common causes of injury so that you can stay healthy and perform your best.
How to Encourage my Child to Continue Taking Lessons
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How to Encourage my Child to Continue Taking Lessons

If your child is struggling with motivation, here are a few things to consider when trying to help them.
Fostering an Appreciation for Music in Adults
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Fostering an Appreciation for Music in Adults

Some ideas on finding more enjoyment and inspiration from music.
Fine Tuners: To Use or Not to Use?
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Fine Tuners: To Use or Not to Use?

The little screws on the tailpiece of your string instrument are a convenient invention - they make it easier to tune the strings. But does everyone need them?
3 Ways to Inspire Your Child to Practice
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3 Ways to Inspire Your Child to Practice

Parents face an uphill battle when it comes to motivating children to practice.  Learning an instrument requires patience, discipline, focus, critical thinking skills, and perseverance - qualities...
Top 10 Violin Vibrato Mistakes Students Make
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Top 10 Violin Vibrato Mistakes Students Make

If you're trying to learn vibrato, look out for these common mistakes so you can build a strong foundation for your technique.