Do you experience recurring violin pain from over-playing, tension, or misalignment in your posture? After a busy month of performances and rehearsals on top of my regular teaching schedule, the old pain in my left shoulder flared up again. I’ve… Read More »How To Deal With Recurring Violin Pain
The use of shoulder rests is hotly debated among violinists. There is a small but vocal contingent of violinists who argue that shoulder rests should not be used at all, because it restricts the player’s body and the sound quality… Read More »13 Best Violin Shoulder Rests- Budget to Luxury
There is no denying that playing the violin puts the body in an unnatural position. Even when assuming the most balanced form, the inherently lopsided stance required of the violinist can take its toll on the shoulders, neck, and back… Read More »How to Solve Shoulder Pain for Violinists