Violin Tone, Technique & Repertoire

This collection of articles explores violin tone, technique, and repertoire from the Broadbent School of Violin Artistry.
Here you will find studies on tone production, intonation, bow coordination, shifting, and musical interpretation drawn directly from violin repertoire.
Many of these articles accompany demonstration videos and offer practical ideas that can be explored thoughtfully in your practice.
Rather than quick fixes, the goal is to develop a deeper understanding of how violin technique supports tone, expression, and musical freedom.
Foundations
Listening & Intonation
Tone
Sight Reading & Rhythm
Repertoire
Musicality
Technique
Positions
Practice
Seasonal Studies
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Heather Kaye2022-11-16 14:43:062025-01-27 15:32:25Playing Out of Tune in Fourth position on the Violin?
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Heather Kaye2022-11-08 12:39:042025-01-27 15:34:00Second Position Scales
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Heather Kaye2022-09-06 12:18:542025-01-27 15:35:22Fourth Position Practice Tips
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Heather Kaye2022-08-30 12:40:012025-01-27 15:36:41Making 2nd Position Easy Violin Exercises
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Heather Kaye2022-08-19 15:07:212025-01-27 15:38:0315 how to practice Tips for Fifth Position
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Heather Kaye2022-08-12 09:55:532025-01-27 15:39:19How to Improve Your Violin Shifting
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Heather Kaye2022-08-06 09:23:082025-01-27 15:40:42How to strengthen your fourth finger
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Heather Kaye2022-07-29 18:40:592025-01-27 15:41:55Third Position Playing Tips
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Heather Kaye2022-07-23 17:00:112025-01-27 15:43:07How to Get the Most Out of Your Violin Practice
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Heather Kaye2022-07-16 17:00:582025-01-27 15:44:34Improve Your Bowing in Just 15 Minutes a Day
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Heather Kaye2022-07-09 05:15:502025-01-27 15:45:47Violin Bow Wrist Movement
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Heather Kaye2022-07-01 15:00:422025-01-27 15:47:1010 tips how to play more in tune on the violin