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The Lord of the Rings: How Old is your Instrument Wood?

Discover the hidden history within your instrument’s soundboard! This post explores how the age of the wood in violins, violas, cellos, and basses can be investigated. Learn about scientific tree ring dating and the visual clues luthiers use to estimate the age of this vital component

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Vibrato Blog

Mastering Vibrato for Violin and Viola

Learn how to master vibrato for violin and viola with Felix Violin’s comprehensive guide. This video covers the importance of using a metronome, starting from the note, finger and hand oscillation, practical exercises, and adapting vibrato to different musical styles. Enhance your musical performance with these expert tips and techniques.

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Augustine Hadelich

Augustin Hadelich: A Virtuoso Violinist

Discover the inspiring journey of Augustin Hadelich, a virtuoso violinist who overcame adversity to achieve international acclaim. Learn about his early career, major accomplishments, concert engagements, recordings, and teaching legacy.

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Josua Bell

Joshua Bell: A Prodigy’s Journey from Rubber Bands to Renowned Virtuoso

Joshua Bell’s story is one of awe-inspiring talent and dedication. This piece explores his journey, from a childhood fascination with music to becoming a Grammy Award-winning violinist. Discover his early training, iconic performances, and the impact he’s had on the world of classical music.

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How to Install and Setup New Pegs on a Violin (Step-by-Step with a Luthier) by Felix Violins.

Have you ever wondered why your violin seems to lose its tuning so quickly? It might not be your fault! Even expensive violins can suffer from tuning instability if the pegs aren’t set up properly. In this informative video, [Name of luthier] dives deep into the world of violin peg setup. You’ll learn everything you need to know about achieving perfect peg fit for optimal tuning stability and a richer, fuller sound.

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Mastering the Bow: A Guide to Violin and Viola Holding Techniques

Unsure how to hold a violin or viola bow? This guide explores different techniques (Franco-Belgian, Russian, German) & their advantages to help you find the perfect fit for comfort, control, and beautiful sound!

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Mastering Spiccato with a Baroque Bow: Techniques from Felix Violins

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Master the art of spiccato with a baroque bow! Felix Violins, a violin expert, unveils techniques for achieving clean & controlled spiccato. Learn about different spiccato types, practice tips, & how to find the perfect baroque bow & strings for your violin. Enhance your playing with [website name]’s violin care, repair & education resources!

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