20 Tips to NOT Hit Other Strings and Sound Scratchy on the Violin

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  • @violinlounge
    @violinlounge  4 роки тому +21

    Table of contents:
    00:54 #1 explore the arm position per string in the square
    01:56 #2 explore arm position at the frog and tip
    03:42 #3 solidify the arm position by getting to know each pair of strings
    05:36 #4 practice string crossing at each bow change
    06:35 #5 practice this with slurs
    07:47 #6 GDAE and back with stops
    09:14 #7 posture and angle of the violin, for more info:
    violinlounge.com/how-to-hold-the-violin-from-all-sides-violin-lounge-tv-368/
    10:57 #8 how to move and NOT move the violin
    11:48 #9 wrist posture and freedom of movement
    13:11 #10 bow straight in the mirror and train fluency
    14:20 #11 contact point
    16:24 #12 bow speed
    17:32 #13 consistent weight
    20:30 #14 rosin
    21:43 # 15 dirty bow hair in general: clean your bow and hair: violinlounge.com/violin-maintenance/how-to-clean-your-violin-bow-hair-and-stick-violin-lounge-tv-290/
    22:08 #16 rosin on the strings
    22:44 #17 curve of the bridge
    24:04 #18 quality of your violin, watch my violin reviews: violinlounge.com/product-cat/violin/
    24:53 #19 quality of your bow, guide to buying a violin bow: violinlounge.com/bow
    25:33 #20 the most important tip of all

  • @lp1a_
    @lp1a_ 3 роки тому +10

    I've been playing 9 years and still have a little problem with this. My fault because I never really asked my teacher or search it until now😅 this is very helpful, thanks!

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  3 роки тому +1

      Awesome! With your experience you implement and improve in no-time ☺️

    • @Victoria-i8y
      @Victoria-i8y 2 роки тому +1

      Well.. I am surprised how ur teacher didn't notice?

  • @jenniferwebster5119
    @jenniferwebster5119 Місяць тому

    Fantastic instructions

  • @Louise-qk2po
    @Louise-qk2po 4 роки тому +5

    Practice makes perfect! My playing has some progress to make been playing since March 2020. Long bow scales 3 octaves, is helpling me and I am using the Carl Flesch book for this and I appreciate the importance of scales .

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      Louise great work! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

  • @shipsahoy1793
    @shipsahoy1793 4 роки тому +2

    I’m using the Rubank First Etude Album for violin to become disciplined with basic bowings with multiple note slurs, string crossings, up to 3 # or b, and basic even and odd rhythms, dynamics, tempos, and it’s working !! Takes daily practice and discipline, both hands, posture, and hand and arm positions and violin position on body...don’t get frustrated, always play relaxed !! Warm up bowing arm, then add fretting hand.

  • @apolllo11_69
    @apolllo11_69 10 місяців тому

    I use this video (the contents: exercises, tips..) pretty much everyday, during practice. It has been so helpful for improving my bowing, which is not there yet but significantly better..cheers..Francisco

  • @vanessahill3596
    @vanessahill3596 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks - this tutorial was a good reminder for me to practice slowly - particularly to help develop smooth and clean transitions 😊

    • @vanessahill3596
      @vanessahill3596 4 роки тому

      I hope my bow speed is becoming more consistent so I can develop those beautiful smooth transitions!
      Also interesting thinking about the different weight of playing on different strings, something I had noticed but hadn't really thought much about.

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @mrsgingernoisette
    @mrsgingernoisette Рік тому

    This is such a good lesson

  • @kerrypaumen3122
    @kerrypaumen3122 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you...love your lessons and I am learning so much!! THANK YOU!!

  • @uxxix
    @uxxix 7 місяців тому +1

    1:20 Write that in stone! That was exactly what I discovered!

  • @sandramarcelletti4852
    @sandramarcelletti4852 2 роки тому

    I am studying viola (I am a beginner) as this video really is really helping me. Different instrument of course but the basics are the same. Thank you so much!

  • @felixhesse4096
    @felixhesse4096 4 роки тому +2

    I loved the detail!!!!

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      Great to hear that, Felix, when I saw the video was so long I was afraid I would bore you all, haha!

  • @claudinebechard8542
    @claudinebechard8542 2 роки тому

    This is all very helpful, thank you!

  • @rodolfobaleda928
    @rodolfobaleda928 3 роки тому +1

    Very comprehensive tutorial and tips. So helpful, thanks a lot. I'll keep watching your videos. 😊😊😊

  • @shipsahoy1793
    @shipsahoy1793 4 роки тому +1

    Hi Zlata, I just saw your email and yes, the new format is very cool;
    your video was very very comprehensive! I made a couple of comments before I watched it, I didn’t realize it was that long, but then after I watched it, I realized how excellent it was the way you covered a lot of necessary ground for beginner and a a bit further.. good for someone like me who needs constant reinforcement😘 👨🏻 PS> Btw, I’m older than you, so you are still young😉
    I have saved this video
    to occasionally review.

  • @jorgesamuelmoralesjojoa5657
    @jorgesamuelmoralesjojoa5657 2 роки тому

    Muchas gracias por esta clase me es de mucha utilidad . La estaré revisando hasta dominarla.

  • @alexandrafisher3614
    @alexandrafisher3614 2 роки тому

    What a fabulous video. Thank you for sharing it with us. I've learned a lot.

  • @stephensheridan93
    @stephensheridan93 4 роки тому

    Thank you for the information
    Mrs Sheridan

  • @alexcarroll9774
    @alexcarroll9774 2 роки тому +2

    This is very helpful, thank you! How do these tips apply to non-adjacent string crossings, ex. from the G to the A string?

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  2 роки тому +1

      Got a video on that right here violinlounge.com/3-tips-to-cross-multiple-strings-on-the-violin-violin-lounge-tv-339/

  • @s.lerner7330
    @s.lerner7330 4 роки тому

    This is an excellent tutorial. So helpful for beginner. Like Sevcik bowing technique. Thank you

  • @aliawadgendeel4670
    @aliawadgendeel4670 Рік тому

    You are outstanding teacher really… very much appreciate the great efforts you are doing. … 👍👌

  • @hvb9123
    @hvb9123 3 роки тому

    Thank you kindly for all your tips.

  • @scharnhorstkaisarbeethoven
    @scharnhorstkaisarbeethoven 4 роки тому

    Your videos are the most understandable

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому +1

      sćharñhorst kisar Beethoven thank you, I’m glad they are!

    • @scharnhorstkaisarbeethoven
      @scharnhorstkaisarbeethoven 4 роки тому

      @@violinlounge madam zlata you know you are the only teacher to ever reply to my comments
      And most probably the only one to read as well you don't know how much it increases my morale that iam not alone in my way to learn violin thankyou a lot

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому +1

      sćharñhorst kisar Beethoven I’m happy to read that! I strive to read and reply to every comment often at the weirdest hours.

  • @tessfra7695
    @tessfra7695 4 роки тому

    Thank you for your tips.. happy new year to you & your family!

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      Happy new year!

    • @tessfra7695
      @tessfra7695 4 роки тому

      @@violinlounge I don't mean to intrude into your new year hols, but since you'd asked for suggestions on new videos etc, I hope you'll make one on 'bow bounce' some day....I really struggle with that one...it mostly happens when I change strings...

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      @@tessfra7695 I think this one will be helpful ua-cam.com/video/CF4JLmaNYNo/v-deo.html

  • @dr.shilpagowda4700
    @dr.shilpagowda4700 3 роки тому

    Great teacher.

  • @sehpianist2369
    @sehpianist2369 4 роки тому +1

    Great to learn about these tips 💕💓🥰 Thank you so much for your videos ❤️

  • @stephanieingham8451
    @stephanieingham8451 2 роки тому

    Brilliant, so helpful! Thanks

  • @ohtoriginalhimbeertoni
    @ohtoriginalhimbeertoni 4 роки тому +6

    Great Video Zlata!
    It's really not easy to play the violin. You can just do so much wrong.... but I will not give up! 😎

  • @brooksley77
    @brooksley77 3 роки тому +1

    The higher wrist vs. lower wrist. I play with a higher wrist and I'm always trying to squish it down. Thanks for the tip that it depends on the person:)

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  3 роки тому

      Yes, exactly, as long as we’re aware what we’re doing and the impact it has on our playing.

  • @victorvalentino5872
    @victorvalentino5872 4 роки тому

    Nice helpful advise. Thank you. Cheers. I Keep practicing.

  • @lindablock9984
    @lindablock9984 4 роки тому

    Awesome advice. Thank you

  • @shipsahoy1793
    @shipsahoy1793 4 роки тому

    Great video Zlata !!

  • @mathildemaijer2396
    @mathildemaijer2396 4 роки тому +2

    Wonderful video. Lots of good tips! I am wondering about something: if you play on contactpoint one or 5, how do you stay on that same contactpoint? What I notice is that after two strokes, I am back in the middle, contactpoint 3. Do you change the contactpoint-position from the shoulder? At least, that is what helps me from slipping back to normal within two beats....I hope I am clear: I mean, if you play at contactpoint 1 or 5 the whole position of your right hand is different.

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому +1

      Good question! Yes, your arm position is slightly different for each contact point.

  • @wencesorcalessantos3005
    @wencesorcalessantos3005 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you. I'm a beginner.. I'll do your advices :)

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      Wences Orcales Santos welcome and happy practicing!

  • @chavaleah4
    @chavaleah4 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent!! You are wonderful and I have learned a LOT!! from this video!! I have a lot of your videos, but this one I think is the best!! I am now experimenting on chinrests to no avail! I went back to my Guarneri. I have not found a suitable shoulder rest I tried 3 different ones, including the one you recommend, but all of them the violin slants too much on a downward angle, if I adjust the shoulder rest to sit on my shoulder properly and also to rest on my chest. On the chinrest, I am not sure that I attached it correctly. Is the chinrest to be attached flush on the violin, or is it a little in front of the lip of the violin, not on top of the lip. I have attached it flush to the violin. Am I correct or maybe U have a video on how to attach a chin rest?? If U do, please let me know. As I am playing without a shoulder rest, I have to use my left arm to help balance and hold the violin. When I play that way , it seems OK. But, if I drop my left arm, the violin will not sty in position, it drops a little and i have to press my chin down to hold the violin, it only drops a little. Any advice?? I know I am asking a lot, I wish you were in USA where I live as I would like to learn from you in person after this virus is obliterated. Thank you again very , very much.

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      Wow, I love to read it's helpful to you! Well, choosing a chinrest is very personal, so make sure to try several ones out. I've got some videos on chinrests if you search my channel.

    • @chavaleah4
      @chavaleah4 4 роки тому

      @@violinlounge i love your teaching. If I can master the correct right arm position on open strings and then master the correct fingering placement in first position on all strings for the left hand I am on my way, thanks to you! I also like the Auer books as I have the first 4, but I am only for now using BK 1 up to p33 or so and then go to BK 2, just starting the first few pages for first finger placement, then it goes on from there. Great collection. Thanks again, you have corrected my right arm position and i need a lot more practice, but if I get that right, I cannot thank you enough. Starting from the "square" G then onward. That was wonderful teaching, THANKS AGAIN VERY MUCH !!!!

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      @@chavaleah4 I LOVE reading this. Congrats on your progress!

  • @gilashroot8697
    @gilashroot8697 2 роки тому

    Amazing tips! Question: how do i stop bouncing on the strings in the middle to the end of the bow. Thank you so much. The first and second tips were so helpful. I am so excited about the slurs. I think that will help so much. So much fun to improve. Thank you for the exercises!!! Amazing tips! I still want the magic tip, not hours of practice. I love the last tip the most and the way you said it too. Really great content. Yes, these tips are helpful. With the slurs, they were easier than trying to play one string and move to the next. When I tried to play 1 string after practicing slurs, I could not stay on the string because the slurs were easier and cleaner in sound. Thank you.

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  2 роки тому

      Glad it's helpful. Here's my video on unwanted bounces: violinlounge.com/9-tips-to-stop-violin-bow-shakes-or-unwanted-bounces-violin-lounge-tv-349/

  • @patriciahandy8447
    @patriciahandy8447 Рік тому +1

    I have practiced and practiced 😢. I still can’t get it right

  • @vedasticks
    @vedasticks 4 роки тому +1

    another good tip is record yourself. i thought my violin wasnt sounding great untill i recorded myself. the sound under ear can be a bit different. my violin has a bit of a nasal sound up close but as soon as you get away from the f hole it sounds lovely and full.
    on the flip side you can sometimes think you sound good but play a recording back and you notice stuff you didnt hear while you were focused on other things.

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      Yes, great tip, I learn a lot constantly from making these videos.

  • @bigheeno
    @bigheeno 4 роки тому

    I transposed some of these exercises to MuseScore as a reminder to practice if anyone's interested: musescore.com/user/28832488/scores/6290067

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому +1

      Wow, that's great work! I'm sure it will be very useful to those watching this video :). Thanks!

  • @Zxouf873
    @Zxouf873 4 роки тому

    I wish if you can make some time anchors for long videos 🥰❤️

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      00:54 #1 explore the arm position per string in the square
      01:56 #2 explore arm position at the frog and tip
      03:42 #3 solidify the arm position by getting to know each pair of strings
      05:36 #4 practice string crossing at each bow change
      06:35 #5 practice this with slurs
      07:47 #6 GDAE and back with stops
      09:14 #7 posture and angle of the violin, for more info:
      violinlounge.com/how-to-hold-the-violin-from-all-sides-violin-lounge-tv-368/
      10:57 #8 how to move and NOT move the violin
      11:48 #9 wrist posture and freedom of movement
      13:11 #10 bow straight in the mirror and train fluency
      14:20 #11 contact point
      16:24 #12 bow speed
      17:32 #13 consistent weight
      20:30 #14 rosin
      21:43 # 15 dirty bow hair in general: clean your bow and hair: violinlounge.com/violin-maintenance/how-to-clean-your-violin-bow-hair-and-stick-violin-lounge-tv-290/
      22:08 #16 rosin on the strings
      22:44 #17 curve of the bridge
      24:04 #18 quality of your violin, watch my violin reviews: violinlounge.com/product-cat/violin/
      24:53 #19 quality of your bow, guide to buying a violin bow: violinlounge.com/bow
      25:33 #20 the most important tip of all

    • @Zxouf873
      @Zxouf873 4 роки тому

      @@violinlounge omg that's amazing 💕

  • @Zxouf873
    @Zxouf873 4 роки тому

    I clicked because of the thumbnail image and that catchy title 😎 and I'm satisfied 🤣🎖️

  • @babslyheathbar7308
    @babslyheathbar7308 Рік тому

    How much pressure?

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  Рік тому

      Experiment and listen to the sound to get the the right weight for your particular instrument, bow, speed and point of contact.

  • @stephensheridan93
    @stephensheridan93 4 роки тому

    Hi
    Question
    How does one hold the violin under your chin without it resting all the the weight on your hand
    Also just trying to do vibratos I notice my fingers aren’t lined up with the string should I pivot my hand
    Thanks practicing every day-
    Mrs S.

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому +1

      Before you try vibrato, first fix your violin hold. Also make sure your chinrest and shoulder rest are fitting well. You might like this video: violinlounge.com/how-to-hold-the-violin-from-all-sides-violin-lounge-tv-368/

  • @barbarapearce3454
    @barbarapearce3454 3 роки тому

    Slata, can you help me to be able to play very high notes in a fast way, as I am not confident and don't find it easy to remember always in a fast piece which notes to cross over to and which finger to use! I have a mental block with this so stick to first position first note and then shoot up the string to a high note when I could probably start higher and cross over which takes me hours sometimes to find out the starting point and want and could cross up higher? I don't know how to explain this but hope you know what I mean?????? This is holding me up in a concert as I panic and take what I think is an easy option.
    Thank you so much.

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  3 роки тому

      Yes, you can definitely shift earlier to avoid a big position shift. First determine what you're going to do in a slow tempo, really secure that and only speed it up when secure.

  • @shipsahoy1793
    @shipsahoy1793 4 роки тому +4

    Lol.. my violin moves when I try to do vibrato; can’t get the hand trained yet for that, but I can slide lol

    • @spockb1186
      @spockb1186 4 роки тому

      That's a great demonstration regardless on the sound to play . I did well in my 9 years playing. And you're right, cant raise the elbow too much especially reaching the G string. Thank you so much Zlata. Hugs from America!!

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому +1

      How about this old video of mine? violinlounge.com/how-not-to-move-your-violin-or-viola-when-practicing-vibrato/

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      Great to read that, Spock!

  • @stephensheridan93
    @stephensheridan93 4 роки тому

    Hi
    I’m very upset I have a crack / spit wood starting by the s cut out going up on the right side ( it’s my sister-in-law ‘s Violin )
    What should I do?
    Mrs S.

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      I think an expert, a violin maker, should take a look. It's dangerous to keep playing with a crack. It can get worse.

    • @stephensheridan93
      @stephensheridan93 4 роки тому

      Thank you
      Mrs. S

    • @stephensheridan93
      @stephensheridan93 4 роки тому

      Thank you
      Found a violin repair specialist in New York. but since the Coronavirus there is a protocol masks outside analysts appointment can’t go inside. asked for a photo.
      Sent one and he thinks it’s not that bad could be $ 50.00 to repair said I still could play it until it is fixed
      It’s like going to a doctor
      Keep you updated

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  4 роки тому

      Stephen Sheridan great news! 👍🏻

    • @franciscojhernandezjr2414
      @franciscojhernandezjr2414 4 роки тому

      Get it repaired ASAP. Climate changes Will make that Split to Continue along the Wood Grain...

  • @deadmanswife3625
    @deadmanswife3625 2 роки тому

    10:27
    Yeah 💃
    I'm not
    Wearing
    Shoes.💃
    😊☺🤗😉😘

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  2 роки тому

      Sneakers in the winter, haha!

    • @deadmanswife3625
      @deadmanswife3625 2 роки тому

      @@violinlounge I thought they look like big cushy soft socks

  • @kpopmusic7808
    @kpopmusic7808 4 роки тому

    Hello teacher i start study violin 😃

  • @pekosaucy6645
    @pekosaucy6645 2 роки тому

    when we first purchased my violin they gave me a ruined bow already like it looked like a broom and im having a hard time not to mess up scratchy sound huhu

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  2 роки тому

      Ah. that's a bad start, hope you'll find something better soon!

  • @shipsahoy1793
    @shipsahoy1793 4 роки тому +1

    A priori knowledge of the technical requirements and patient practice, combined with self-awareness and self-correction are keys to improvement ! Also, if you don’t know if you have a bow or violin that’s working properly, get professional help!

  • @PaVIThRa9188
    @PaVIThRa9188 2 роки тому +1

    ❤️💐🎻

  • @deadmanswife3625
    @deadmanswife3625 3 роки тому

    I'm back. My God it's been one year

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  3 роки тому

      Am I going to scare you if I say that we can practice these things for a lifetime?

    • @deadmanswife3625
      @deadmanswife3625 3 роки тому

      @@violinlounge nope. Not scared this time. But what I gleaned from this video last year wa that the figure-eight was useful for changing from the up bow to the down bow without losing sound.
      When I re-watched it I saw some things
      The other two figure eights I didn't see before and I can't say that they've actually sunk in yet what I will do with them. But nope I'm definitely not scared Zlata
      I am getting ready to put some drywall on so I can mount a baseboard heater and then I'll see where I go from here for the rest of today it's been raining so much for the last two months it's hard to get anything done outside or inside if you have to go back and forth between buildings.
      Lol

    • @deadmanswife3625
      @deadmanswife3625 3 роки тому

      @@violinlounge you absolutely cannot cut the grass when it's this wet because you get soup under the lawnmower. All I did is walked from the main house down to pick up this morning's apples and my shoes were sopped all the way through to my socks. So first thing clean socks different pair of shoes here we go with another fun day but I'm up for it especially when I hear from you that you are paying attention to your subscribers. I love it. It is so motivating

  • @alanknights2779
    @alanknights2779 2 роки тому

    Playing on open strings you are learning the Berg violin concerto without realising it.

  • @lovelykateacerit7289
    @lovelykateacerit7289 3 роки тому

    It didn't work

    • @violinlounge
      @violinlounge  3 роки тому

      How long have you implemented the exercises in your daily practice?

  • @deadmanswife3625
    @deadmanswife3625 4 роки тому

    First