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Comment on How do i know if my violin is a beginner violin? by onlyocelot

onlyocelot — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:39:59 +0000

This is hard. It appears that the Salvatore Cadoni model 100 is a viola. The Cadoni violins in that number-range are 80 and 200. However, all the Cadoni instruments in this model-number region are beginning-student to intermediate-student instruments.

Measure the length of your instrument. If the total length is greater than 21", it is a viola. (Viola sizes are named for the body length, 13" to 16", but the overall size of violas runs 21" to 26".) Generally, violas are 1" to 4" longer than a 4/4 violin.

Regardless, your instrument is a beginner’s instrument.
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Comment on How do i know if my violin is a beginner violin? by dlashof

dlashof — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:52:59 +0000

Yes it is a beginner level instrument. My guess is that it is actually an Eastman instrument (from the photos it is identical) that has been relabeled. This is a common practice to have a "shop brand" named instrument that keeps people from comparing apples to apples. If it is the Eastman 100, that puts it in the price range of around $400-500 which makes it a beginner level instrument. Anyone that knows instruments doesn’t even consider instruments under around $300 as worth purchasing so the beginner level starts at $300 and goes up to around $750.If you are looking to step up, look over $750 to get something better, a small jump from $400-600 won’t get you much if anything better.
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I am a retired violin maker and repairmen with 35 years experience in the retail violin market and violinist of over 40 years.

As I am no longer in business and don’t sell anything, I just give free unbiased advice based on decades of experience. For lots of useful information on buying an instrument, repairs and maintenance, strings accessories, appraisals and lots more, check out my information only web site at: http://www.violininformation.webs.com

Comment on How do i know if my violin is a beginner violin? by lainiebsky

lainiebsky — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:04:59 +0000

As a general rule if it cost less than $800-1,000, it's a beginner violin. That's described as an "entry level" violin on some websites.
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Comment on Any ideas on a violin book that will teach a beginner? by dlashof

dlashof — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 13:39:59 +0000

The most popular books that are used in the public school programs are:
Stricktly Strings
All for Strings
Essential Ellements 2000 w/ CD -probably the most used method book
Spotlight on Strings

I like the Spotlight on Strings book. It was written by Doris Gazda, a national acclaimed music teacher who has many published works for young musicians.
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Retired professional violin maker and repairmen w/ 35 years experience in the retail violin market and 40 years as an accomplished violinist

I am no longer in business and just give advice; check out my information only web site at, http://www.violininformation.webs.com for lots of useful unbiased towards sales information on maintenance, care, strings, appraisals and lot more.

Comment on Any ideas on a violin book that will teach a beginner? by Connie

Connie — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 13:34:59 +0000

Please see:

How to teach yourself the violin
http://beststudentviolins.com/PedagogyTech.html#2

Which includes:
FREE STRING VIDEOS
STRING PEDAGOGY TEXTBOOKS
STRING METHOD BOOKS
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Comment on What is good violin guidebook for beginner? by dlashof

dlashof — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:36:59 +0000

This is a great little resource
http://books.google.com/books/about/Tipbook_Violin_and_Viola.html?id=5qurhEQbRKYC

I also have lots of useful info on maintenance, how to buy a violin or bow, strings and accessories, and much more on my information only web site at
http://www.violininformation.webs.com
References :
Retired professional violin maker and repairmen w/ 35 years experience in the retail violin market
I no longer sell anything; just give away free advice, check out my information only web site at http://www.violininformation.webs.com for lots of useful info on maintenance, care, strings and lots more

Comment on What is good violin guidebook for beginner? by Connie

Connie — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:28:59 +0000

Guide to Teaching and Playing the Violin: Easy reference guide to violin and viola pedagogy and performance for teachers, students and parents

Paperback:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/1466353724?tag=conniesviolin-20

Kindle:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005P8C258?tag=conniesviolin-20

Table of Contents

I. Violin/Viola FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
A. Learning and Techniques
B. Violin/Viola Care and Specs
C. Auditions and Gigs

II. Essays
A. Two Essays on the Development of Student Orchestras
B. Early History of the Violin (1520-1650)
C. Francesco Geminiani: The Art of Playing the Violin
D. Ornamentation in Tartini:Traité des Agréments
E. The Beethoven Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: Some 20th Century Viewpoints
F. John Cage and Merce Cunningham (1942 – 1992)
G. Portraits of Anomaly: Nannerl Mozart, Fanny Mendelssohn, Clara Schumann

III. Survival Guide for String Students & Parents

IV. Handouts

A. Analysis of Carl Flesch Scale System
B. Chord Structures & Cadential Formulas
C. Circle of Fifths
D. Common String Articulations
E. Dynamics
F. Elements of Music Pedagogy
G. Fingerboard Charts: Violin, Viola
H. Forms
I. Evaluating Intervals
J. Modes
K. Musicology
L. Non-Harmonic Tones
M. Non-Traditional String Sound Resources
N. Ornaments
O. Time Signatures & Conducting Patterns
P. Violin/Viola/Piano: 3 octave Fingerings

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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Comment on ‘OFFICIAL’ How to Play the VIOLIN – Lesson 1 by maya25891

maya25891 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:07:26 +0000

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Comment on ‘OFFICIAL’ How to Play the VIOLIN – Lesson 1 by theonlinepianotutor

theonlinepianotutor — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:07:26 +0000

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Comment on Hot Beginner Violin Tip #1: How to hold the Bow by crb3801

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