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 1/8 size fiddle
I have purchased 2 fiddles from you in recent weeks (full size and 1/4) so that this 60 y.o. grandmother and her 2.5y.o. granddaughter can take fiddle lessons. We are very pleased w/our fiddles (as was our instructor which should translate to some customer referrals to you). But, I do have a problem...
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Are Violin Lessons Needed to Learn?
Is this something I can learn on my own or do I have to take lessons?
Lessons never hurt, though they are not needed. The important thing is to practice regularly. Whether taking lessons or learning on your own, you should try to practice at least 10-20 minutes per day (more is always better)...
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Budget Fiddle Package
About an hour ago I asked about the Cremona SV-50. I think the "budget fiddle package" is what I should get. Does this come with steel strings and a flattened bridge? If not, is there a place in checkout where I can request these? Thanks much.
This does come strung with steel strings and it has wen...
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Buying Fractional (small) Sized Violins
Purchasing lower priced fractional (small) sized violins.
It is the tendency of parents to spend as little as possible on a child`s first violin. This is often a small fractional size instrument.
Fractional sized instruments are always a compromise. The smaller body size takes away the...
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Cervini Vs Scotti Violin
Is the Francesco Cervini HV 100 a good violin or would you go with the Scotti SYV150 Thanks
The Scotti violin is hard to beat, and in this case it would be my choice. The HV-100 violin does have a much nicer case, but all in all the Scotti will be the better violin.
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Choosing Your Violin
Now that you have an idea of what goes into the making of a violin, your next step is deciding what price range you will be shopping for. For all but a few players, a compromise is going to be necessary. You have already taken the first step toward getting the best possible violin for the money. The...
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Cleaning Your Violin
Your violin does not need to be spotless but it does need to be cleaned up a bit after playing.
It is important that you not let rosin dust and finger oils build up.
Rosin will bond with the finish and over time become nearly impossible to remove. After playing, wipe the rosin dust off...
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Cremona SV-175 Violin
Hello. I am looking into purchasing the Cremona SV-175 violin. Your site indicates it comes with a wood/horsehair bow. All other site state that the bow is fiberglass with horsehair. Is this a miss-print on your site or do you actually provide the wooden bow? Thank you! -Raul
Hello Raul,
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Cremona Violin Trade in
Hello, I have a Cremona model 1320 and would like to trade up. I purchased the instrument outfit from your store on 10/22/2007. I would like to purchase the 1750 model. Thanks in advance.
While we do not have a standard trade in policy, we are happy to work something out with you and get yo...
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Difference between your fiddles
I looked at the three fiddles that you have listed and I cannot tell the difference between the first "Learn to play the fiddle package" and the "Deluxe fiddle outfit." Could you please tell me the difference between the two fiddles.
To quickly sum it up, the deluxe version has better tone....
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Do fiddle bows come haired?
Do the bows come already haired or is that something you have to do yourself. I know that sounds like a stupid question but I was told to ask. Thanks
There are no stupid questions. We encourage you to ask about anything you are unsure of. All of the bows we sell do come haired. Bows shipped w...
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Fiddle for 4-5 year old
Q: Hi, I have a 4 1/2 year old son who has asked for a fiddle for Christmas. Do you have anything for a child this age? Please let me know as soon as possible. Thanks
A: Hello, We do have violins and fiddles in all sizes. Your son would need a fiddle in 1/16, 1/10, or 1/8 size. You may ...
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Images of a Violin Without a Setup
Here we have an SV-50 violin, exactly as we receive them from the maker. This has not been setup.
Up first.. We pulled a violin out of a new shipment we received at our shop.
Let`s open the case:
A better view:
It is difficult to see in the image, but...
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Is Fiddle the Right Instrument for you?
The fiddle is one of the most difficult instruments to learn. It requires a good ear and quite a bit of dexterity. Many people choose the fiddle as their first instrument; however, it is much easier to learn if you already have a musical background with other instruments.
Right from the start...
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Purchasing low Cost Violins
The last few years have brought about a flood of cheap violins. You see these online (we even sell them), in catalogs and lately, in large chain stores.
The side effect of all these low priced instruments is the beginner`s perception of price. Looking around online, a new player is lead to be...
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Violin and Fiddle Outline
If you just need help choosing a violin, give us a call. We are always happy to give advice.
If you would like to learn more about the violin, we have tried to compile some good information to get you started.
Whether shopping for your first violin, or learning how to care for an old fid...
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Violin Bow and Rosin
The Violin Bow:
You should not leave the bow hair tightened when the violin is not being played. This places stress on the bow and overtime can cause the bow to warp. It also stretches the hair.
There is a screw on the end of violin bows. This is used to tighten or loosen the bow hair....
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Violin Buyers Guide
The violin in its current form came to life in the early 1500’s. There have been few changes since. Surprisingly, they are still made with the same techniques and many of the same tools. With a violin being composed of around 70 parts, it is by no means a simple instrument. A great deal of labor goe...
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Violin Care and Maintenance
The violin is considered a high maintenance instrument.
All violins will require some basic care to keep them in playable condition.
If you are new to the violin, we would like to point out a few of the areas on the violin you will need to deal with on a daily basis.
Basic care:
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Violin Makers
Workmanship:
Here is the big one. This is something you do not always see just by looking. Above all else, this is the factor that will determine how the violin plays and sounds.
With a violin, the majority of cost goes into the labor. Violins are hand carved from solid pieces of wood. Thi...
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