For the violin beginner:
The beginner has two options, either you can rent an instrument or make a purchase. While violin rental may be viewed by some as an opportunity to grow acclimated to the instrument, be aware that these are generally lesser-quality instruments that can be extremely frustrating to play upon.One good reason for the rental of an instrument would be if you are looking for a child's (undersized) instrument. In this case, it is generally not worth the risk of physical injury to buy an instrument which is too large, thinking that the child will "grow into" it. On the other hand, it is quite expensive to buy a series of increasingly larger instruments (there are 8 basic sizes, and children grow out of their violin sizes at a surprisingly rapid rate.) Besides rental, another option for aquiring a small violin is to find a music store nearby and ask about their "trade-in policy". Assuming you take care of the instrument, many shops will give you a generous discount on the purchase of the next size up if you bring back your current instrument as a "trade".
If you decide to buy a full-size violin, you may well want to go to a violin dealer which is a person who makes or repairs stringed instruments.
When purchasing an instrument from a store, it is always an excellent idea to go in the company of an experienced violinist. In general, however, the instrument must be solid to the touch with no creaks when you press down anywhere on the violin. If it is possible to test the instrument in-store, all of the open strings should sound full, resonant, and pleasing to the ear.
Please call Violin Conceptual Store to test the violin and get some professional advices @ 016-915 0218 or violinstore@gmail.com
If you decide to buy a full-size violin, you may well want to go to a violin dealer which is a person who makes or repairs stringed instruments.
When purchasing an instrument from a store, it is always an excellent idea to go in the company of an experienced violinist. In general, however, the instrument must be solid to the touch with no creaks when you press down anywhere on the violin. If it is possible to test the instrument in-store, all of the open strings should sound full, resonant, and pleasing to the ear.
Please call Violin Conceptual Store to test the violin and get some professional advices @ 016-915 0218 or violinstore@gmail.com
What Size Violin for Your Child
We can't stress enough the importance of your child having the correct size violin. Having one that is a bit too big can really slow a young person's learning and may even put them off playing completely.
A picture tells a thousand words!
The child to the left is holding her violin under her chin as if she was playing it. She then extended her left arm and can comfortably hold the scroll in the palm of her hand. Her violin is the correct size.
If you don't have a violin to try you can get a good idea by measuring from a point at the neck where the violin will rest to the junction of the palm and the fingers with the arm extended. The lengths and sizes are listed below
Typical Violin Sizes
Size Overall Length
1/16 15 inches (381 mm)
1/8 16 9/16th Inches (421 mm)
1/8 16 9/16th Inches (421 mm)
1/4 18 1/8 inches (460 mm)1/2 20 7/16 inches (519 mm)3/4 21 11/16 inches (551 mm)4/4 23 1/4 inches (591 mm)
There are other sizes of violins, 1/64, 1/32, but they are really so small that they seldom appear on the market and are more like toys. Also 1/10, 7/8 and 15/16 (Ladies Violin) but they seem quite rare and are more difficult to purchase.
Most children grow out of a small violin within a couple of years, which is why many parents rent the smaller instruments and wait until their big enough to play a full size violin before they purchase an instrument.
If you interested to rent to violin, it may look for Absolute Music Studio@016-9150218 or violinstore@gmail.comTerm and condition apply!!!
Parts of a Violin
Here is a nice chart of the main parts of the instrument:
Construction
Body: The body of the violin may be constructed of "laminated" woods, in other words plywood, or made from solid spruce on top and solid maple for the back and sides. We recommend you avoid laminated instruments altogether, as they are primarily poorly constructed toys and buying one will not save you much money. All Violin does not stock instruments of laminated materials.
Tuning Pegs & Fingerboard: Pegs and fingerboards are sometimes built with "ebonized" or painted black, hard woods that will warp, not hold pitch, and wear prematurely. We do not stock any instruments with "ebonized" parts.
Bridge: Bridges must not be of the "adjustable" one-size-fits all variety; a well-fitted bridge will ensure the easiest tuning and best sound. All Violin fits every instrument with a custom bridge.
Tailpiece: This is where the strings attach near the base of theinstrument, and can be fitted with either four "fine tuners" (see above) for younger or new players, or one fine tuner for advancing students and experienced players.
Also:
Bow: Bows are made of fiberglass (not recommended!) wood, or carbon fiber. They must be straight, have real horsehair (very few bows have fake horsehair anymore, but avoid) and must be reasonably well-made, with clean detailing. We do not carry bows made of fiberglass or those with fake horse hair.
Case: Cases come in these varieties: Lightweight - usually foam construction and okay if not too roughed up; Hardshell - usually plywood and foam, heavier to carry but offering superior protection. Shapes are known as "Dart" or violin-shaped, and "Oblong" or rectangular.
What will I need?
An instrument, of course, plus a case for carrying and storing, and a bow. Also, you will need the following:
Shoulder Rest: Most students now use a shoulder rest to assist them in cradling the instrument as they play.
Metronome: This is the "tick-tock" device that keeps time so a musician may develop good rhythmic skills.
An instrument, of course, plus a case for carrying and storing, and a bow. Also, you will need the following:
Shoulder Rest: Most students now use a shoulder rest to assist them in cradling the instrument as they play.
Extra Strings: Strings do break and it's best to keep at least one extra set on hand.
