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A dedicated starting point for adults beginning the violin. Explore lessons on violin setup, bow hold, left-hand organization, first notes and finger patterns, music reading, rhythm, scales, early technique, practice, and beginning repertoire.

LEFT HAND POSTURE FOR VIOLIN

Left Hand Posture for Violin

06/14/2022
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Left Hand Finger Strengthening Exercises for Violinists

Left Hand Finger Strengthening Exercises for Violinists

01/01/2022
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Proper Violin Bow Arm Elbow Levels, Elbow Elevator

12/30/2021
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Proper Violin Bow Arm Movement Prep Exercise for Violinists

Proper Violin Bow Arm Movement Prep Exercise for Violinists

12/29/2021
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Bow Hold Exercises

Violin Bow Hold Exercises Without the Violin

12/28/2021
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How to Retake the Violin Bow with Good Tone

How to Retake the Violin Bow with Good Tone

12/26/2021
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How to Play a Two Octave G Major Scale on the Violin

How to Play a Two Octave G Major Scale on the Violin

12/26/2021
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Beginner Violin Scales

12/26/2021
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How to Hold a Violin Bow Step by Step for Best Results

How to Hold a Violin Bow Step by Step for Best Results

12/26/2021
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How to Play with Straight Bows on the Violin

12/26/2021
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