Introduction to the Article and Visit to Charles Beare's London Shop In December 21, 1976, Charles Rufino had a unique opportunity to study a breathtaking collection of rare master Italian...
Learning how to play the violin is a challenging yet rewarding process. One day, you might end up with the skill and dexterity of singer-songwriter Amanda Shires, who fell in...
Every time you play your instrument, you tighten the hair on your bow. Many do this automatically, without considerable deliberation. The hair on your bow may be the aspect of...
The International Music Score Library Project, IMSLP, also known as the Petrucci Music Library, is a Canadian based online music library founded on February 16th, 2006. The Petrucci Music Library...
When Andrea Amati crafted a bass viol, now known as “The King Cello”, it was unlikely he would think of the world fame it now holds. The King Cello is...
Dorothy DeLay was born in Kansas on March 31st, 1917. At age 4, she began playing the violin, which was a passion she would pursue for the next 80 years....
The Long Island Violin Shop is pleased to announce that we have two violins for sale, crafted by Cremonese trained master violin maker, Lillo Salerno. Mr. Salerno grew up in...
Wood is a porous material which is greatly influenced by environmental factors. Wooden string instruments as well as bows are greatly affected by the environment. By taking the proper precautions,...
We are very excited to announce that we are expanding our lesson program to include classical guitar. Renowned classical guitarist, Gerry Saulter, will lead this wonderful program. Mr. Saulter stopped...
Violin rosin, also known as Bow rosin, which can be specified to Violin Rosin, is a substance used by violinists to enhance the grip and friction between the bow hair...
Everytime you take your instrument out of the case, one of the first things you do is tighten the bow. It is something that many musicians do automatically, and often...
When students begin their studies in violin or viola, it is common for them to utilize a sponge or other form of padding in lieu of a shoulder rest. As...
Every year, thousands of children begin their musical education all over the country. For a portion of these young musicians, this will be something they carry with them for the...
Many have heard the terms ‘violin’ and ‘fiddle’. Both terms invoke the same mental image, one of a stringed instrument, rested upon the shoulder, coupled with a bow. With such...
Renting a recording studio in New York can be costly, especially since they allow you to use special, high-quality equipment and trained professionals, like sound engineers, to assist your recording...
We are excited to announce the completion of two new violins made by our workshop manager and master violin maker Endre Fischer.Mr Fischer's instruments are painstakingly crafted to achieve a richness in...