Friday, April 3, 2015

How To Hold A Violin Correctly

By Iva Cannon


Learning the proper handling of the violin can be mastered if some simple instructions are followed. The violin can easily be held for quite a long time if it is held correctly. The mental preparation and the physical demands make this instrument a true success once the musician has learned how to hold a violin correctly.

Once posture has been established, shoulder rests and hand mechanics should be examined. The instrument should rest on the collarbone and be supported by the musicians left hand. To stabilize the violin the musician should use gentle weight from the head while applying the chin to the chin rest. This is the first step in learning how to hold a violin properly.

After conquering the factor associated with correct posture the focus then needs to be to evaluate the placement of the hands and shoulder rests. Second to posture the violin needs to be stabilized. To stabilize this instrument gentle weight should be used from the head. Next the chin should be applied to the chin rest. The end of the instrument should be supported by the musicians left hand and rest on the collarbone.

The chin rest provides additional support. The chin rest provides a comfortable place to position the jaw. This piece of equipment also helps to protect the finish on the instrument itself. There are two types of chin rests. The first is a basic, simple, flat rest. The second is a more contoured type. Ultimately, it is up to the individual to choose the type that suite their particular playing style.

Positioning of the chin rests are also a very important factor when playing this instrument. The chin rest helps to protect the varnish on the instrument as well as providing the player with extra comfort. As with the shoulder pads, there are two styles of chin rests. The most popular type of chin rest is the basic, flat rest. The other type is a more contoured type. If the player is not sure which they would prefer they can try out both styles.

After all of these important factors have been touched upon and practiced the instrument can be picked up and positioned correctly. This instrument requires two stable points of contact with the player. These points of contact are the musicians jaw and the collarbone. The two points of contact will help to ensure the violin stays in its proper place.

Now that everything has been reviewed and the instrument is in its proper position with shoulders and hands in place, strings parallel to the floor, music can begin to be played. Some teachers recommend that students simply walk around just holding the instrument before they even begin to play any music.

As with any type of music this requires research and practice to become a master of this art. Once established though the end results will be well worth all of the time and effort.

Before you know it beautiful music will be flowing. It just takes some research and practice to become successful at this wonderful art.




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