Vibrato Demo: All Angles
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- Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
- This is a portion of my new VIBRATO COURSE. It is only the tip of the iceberg of my latest, greatest vibrato course, which includes the BEST exercises from the BEST teachers all in one new course. Based on Paul Rolland's approach to vibrato, it includes lots of other prep exercises to simplify vibrato, and teach it in a very natural, stress-free way. The course IS NOT READY YET: to be notified when it is available, join my email list at www.reddesertvi..., and subscribe to this channel!
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Learning from those who know how to play is difficult, learning from those who can teach is easier. ❤ Great teacher, violinist and very charismatic.
You are so kind. Thank you!
l am learning vibrato but not doing very well. The finger slips out if place.
Frayne, in a way, THAT IS GOOD.....it means you are not using excessive force. Perspiration on our hands can help the fingers to grip the strings. If your fingers are dry, try "huffing" on them with hot breath before you work on vibrato. It puts just the right amount of moist "clinging" on them.
Another REALLY cool tip I got in my recent training might help you: A suggestion was made to allow students to place their finger BETWEEN 2 strings, and just vibrate on the fingerboard. That way, you are learning the motions, but not stressing out about keeping a string pressed down. Of course....when you use your bow, that would be very hard to tolerate the screeching. I think the next video I plan to publish will help you. (I just have to get permission from the source before I publish it). It is a routine that really strips away extra mumbo jumbo and gets right to the vibrato. Keep your eyes out for that. (and cross your fingers that I get permission)
I love your videos. The lessons are very charming and helpful. Thanks a lot for this. Greetings from Germany 😊🎻
Danke für Ihre netten Worte! Es ist toll, aus Deutschland zu hören!
When do you start teaching vibrato, I've been playing the Suzuki method for more than a year
It really depends. But most teachers agree that a student MUST be settled in their posture, form, bow hold, and left hand position before starting vibrato. Also, your intonation REALLY must be very accurate, because if it isn't, vibrato will mess up your intonation even more. You need to be able to recognize when a note is in tune. Finally, you need to be able to hold a long bow stroke for at least 5 seconds easily. My vibrato course covers all of that, if you need extra guidance, find it at RedDesertViolin.com. (on sale until monday) Good luck!
I am going to play (Minuet 1) for my exam and Andantino, from the Suzuki method🍀👍🎻
Great choices. Minuet 1 and Andantino are nicely contrasting tunes. They will show your judges all your versatility! Good luck!
Thank you very much, I will continue watching your videos, they are very helpful, thanks for answering me 🙏🎻😋
Most grateful! Thank you. I'm just a re tread. It was my grandfather's wish that I continue my violin studies. I'm not sure I want it for myself. Your a wonderful teacher and I appreciate your integrity. Sincerely your hap hazard student in Oregon. Chris E. Dec
1, 2023 4 :12 am.
Hi Chris! The most important thing as you learn violin is to find ways to have fun while you do it. Don't be too strict. GIve yourself freedom. And if hap hazard is the way you work, then be hap hazard! :-)
Can you give an example of top plate 3rd posisition vibrato. Vs. Bottom plate 3 position vibrato. To me your showing arm vibrato. Sorry for tall order just curious. Thank you.
I don't know what you mean by "top plate" and "bottom plate"
Excellent! Thanks a million!
A viewer requested it. Thanks to my viewers!
I've watched this video for 4 days in a row, maybe 30 times... I really like your vibrato, and it's relaxing and pleasant to the ears. I'm practicing but it's hard. I would like to see more videos like this with you, show your vibrato more... and give arm? pulse? and so fast that I don't notice.
Im Brazil😂
Hi YuriBad10. Nice to meet you! Thank you for the compliment. I have quite a few vibrato videos, including 3 whole paid vibrato courses. ( my.reddesertviolin.com/violin-vibrato-lessons/ ) Also, this one is on UA-cam: ua-cam.com/video/FmFMGmDrmaw/v-deo.html
I agree that WATCHING vibrato in action is the most powerful teacher. Keep up the good work!
Thank you from Brasil. Very clear in every angles. I have many difficult to do vibrato. I think it needs several execises before. Is it? I try everydays but I cant yet a good one. Congratulations.
When you decide to learn vibrato, plan on ONE WHOLE YEAR of really working on it. (some people can get it much faster....but most adults should plan on 6-12 months)
Yes, MANY exercises are needed, and you need to be consistent and dedicated!
Remember that I have VIDEO COURSES on vibrato here: www.RedDesertViolin.com
Good luck!
Thank you so much! This is exactly what I was looking for - a good view of how your left hand holds the violin and does vibrato from all angles. In trying to keep my index knuckle from rubbing on the viola neck, I think I have been extending my thumb farther than necessary from the viola neck. I'll try to match what I saw in this video.
I sure hope it helped, Evelyn. Please don't hesitate to ask further questions, and keep me posted!
Hi, Laura. I am only a beginner. But i have been trying vibrato and it remains a mystery to me how violinists are able to separate the base of their index finger from the neck of the violin without dropping the instrument😪
Hi Ervi, I would make that your top priority to learn, before you attempt vibrato. So if you find that very difficult, you need to figure out what is supporting your violin. The most BASIC answer is: collarbone and head weight. But it isn't always that simple. Some people use shoulder rests, some don't. But the bottom line is: you need your violin to be able to stay up without constant support from left hand. Also, I need to explain to you that the index knuckle CAN TOUCH the neck, but it should not be REQUIRED to support the violin, and there should never be any squeezing.
In other words, in fast passage with no vibrato, the index can tough the neck and it is very helpful.
But when focusing on vibrato, absolutely do not touch the neck......(but understand that later, when your vibrato is fully developed, that a light touch is allowed.....as long as it doesn't get stuck or start squeezing, or inhibit your free vibrato in any way) Here are your tasks:
Step 1: Find the perfect chinrest
Step 2: Decide if you need a shoulder rest or not. (you can always change this answer later)
Step 3: Practice simple songs and scales with NO SQUEEZING.Index may touch lightly, but should not feel the need to squeeze.
Step 4: Start working on vibrato!
Good luck!!!!!!!!! (feel free to come to my website for more help and videos, or post questions here. I tend to answer questions on my website faster) RedDesertViolin.com
@@RedDesertViolin thank you so very much!!! I always watch your videos, they are very helpful. I look forward to more from you. God bless, Laura.
This is an off topic question. I've noticed in several of your videos that the violin you use has a one piece back. What is your opinion of a one piece back compared to the more common two piece back? Was the one piece back a factor when choosing your violin? Or, did it just happen to have a one piece back?
You are extremely observant. Bonus points for you! Yes, it's a one piece back, and it did not affect my choice when purchasing it. One piece backs typically cost more when you buy them new, but I'm not sure why. The common belief is that one piece is best...but it's not necessarily true. It all depends on the cut, the wood selection, and so many factors. People feel like one piece will vibrate better, but this is also not true. So, yeah, don't base your purchase on that factor alone. Base it on what sounds best for the money, and which violin do you fall in love with. An excellent violin will increase in value, regardless of whether it's a 1 or 2 piece back.
@@RedDesertViolin Thank you for your quick response. I value your opinion. Your presence on UA-cam is such a blessing. I especially agree that it's important to own an instrument that you can fall in love with.
I find myself needing to rest the violin against my left hand first finger. How do you get a good grasp with the violin falling, yet still move the hand freely for vibrato?
First, a couple questions: Do you use a shoulder rest? Does your index knuckle curl UNDER the neck, or you just have a hard time getting it to not touch the side of the neck during vibrato? Or are you squeezing involuntarily?
Answering those questions would help refine my answer, but generally, my answer will be the same:
1)A good shoulder rest really helps to free the left hand, because left hand is not responsibly for balancing the violin. This will eliminate the thumb issue, as well as the index knuckle issue......I mean, you'll have to re-train yourself, but it makes it alot easier to manage the challenges you are facing.
2) The left thumb must be placed to the side of the neck, just a wee bit under, where the curve would represent the 7 and 8 of a clock. This creates passive, oblique, upper force, enough to oppose the downward motion of the fingers. (I have a video about this exact thing on youtube....maybe search "red desert violin thumb")
@@RedDesertViolin Thanks for replying!! I think I need to rely more on my neck holding the violin up than support it with my left hand. I can practice vibrato slowly with the metronome but when playing songs I find it hard to sneak it in on quarter notes, or to sustain a nice vibrato for the full length of longer notes.
What is the purpose of the earplugs?
The purpose is laziness! I keep them there so I have them when I need them at loud rehearsals. Inevitably, I find myself stuck in orchestra needing earplugs, but they are backstage. (you are very observant)
A que nivel se empieza a enseñar el vibrato ( 1 año 2 años ..?
I would say at least 2 years.
Thank you very much for the amazing tutorial. I really appreciate it. Thanks a lot.
You're very welcome!
Thank you so much!! Never thought of changing the position of the first peg to get more room and avoid knocking it with my long first finger .Mil gracias!!!🤗
It's the simple things that make the biggest difference sometimes! Glad it helped!
Thank you for this video, it was really helpful. Btw what kind of chinrest do you have on your violin?
I used a STUBER for 20 years, and LOVED it.....but then I stumbled onto this 'no-name", and it was even MORE secure and comfortable, so I swapped it out. I have tried to figure out what kind of chinrest it is, but no one knows. If you want a very comfy chinrest, I suggest you visit Gary Frisch at chinrests.com. He is probably the foremost expert in all things "chinrest".
Thanks for helping me out. Love your videos!!!
Thank you, Kevin!
I feel a lot of pressure in my fingers when i play notes or doing a vibrato is that normal for a beginner ?
It is normal, but keep in mind that you want to always find the MINIMAL pressure possible. Minimum pressure and minimum tension, always, because it has a way of snowballing if you let it. So do what you must, but always seek to reduce.
Thank you, well done. Are those foam ear plugs tucked into the pegbox?
LOL....yes, I forgot to remove them. I use them when playing an orchestra concert.
@@RedDesertViolin Okay, thanks for your prompt reply. Always hoping to learn something new, even in the small details. How does this benefit orchestral playing? Thanks again and God Bless.