We are happy to announce that any viola purchased from our shop can be converted into a chin-cello. And if you already own a viola, we'll show you how you can convert it into a chin cello.

We have put together a list of some great things to consider when buying your first beginner violin. Some of the tips might be very obvious; like shopping from a place that offers free shipping and...

Setup is the final step in the process of making string instruments. Our professional luthiers handcraft setups for every instrument leaving the workshop at Fiddlershop. A few key factors we adjust...

The video tutorials and materials are provided as guidance on how to practice and one example of what each etude and excerpt should sound like. The bowings and fingerings are our suggestions-you wi...

The video tutorials and materials are provided as guidance on how to practice and one example of what each etude and excerpt should sound like. The bowings and fingerings are our suggestions-you wi...

We received so many messages and comments from those who participated that I wanted to organize the main themes of why projects like this are fulfilling, and maybe we can apply some of these lesson...

One of the questions we are asked a lot here at Fiddlershop is “why is this violin better than that one?” And while there are usually some succinct answers, I’d like to encourage you to think about...