Sunday, April 5, 2015

Learning How To Hold A Violin Correctly

By Iva Cannon


When choosing an instrument for the first time being aware of the important factors in the handling of the instrument that need to be executed is always a must. Learning the proper way on how to hold a violin correctly will ensure that beautiful music will be made. The physical demands and mental awareness are very important factors when choosing this particular instrument.

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.

Once the proper posture is established the next very important factor is to understand where hand mechanics come into play and the proper positioning of the shoulder rests. The hand mechanics and the shoulder rest provide stabilization for this instrument. This stabilization is accomplished by using gentle weight from the head while applying the chin to the rest. The left hand and the collarbone are the points of contact.

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.

When holding this particular instrument, the strings should be parallel to the floor, making sure the shoulders and hands are in the proper position. To assure that the musician is fully prepared to play some students of this art prefer to walk around just holding the violin, adjusting the positioning as needed.

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.

The art of playing the violin takes practice and patience. The end result will be worth the time and effort that is put into making harmonious music.




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