Employment Opportunities at the LIVS!
Violin/Bow Technician in Huntington: This position requires experience in using tools, we are willing to train candidates, but some experience in using and sharpening hand tools is necessary. The position...
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"Violin of the Month" - Robert Dolling Violin
This violin made by Robert Dolling, circa 1920s, is a prime example of a classic Markneukirchen violin.
Niccolò Paganini "Cantabile for Violin and Guitar"
Niccolò Paganini (1782-1840) was an Italian violinist, violist, guitarist, and composer. He has been celebrated as the best violin virtuoso of his time, and heavily influenced modern violin technique. He is...
Knowing When it's Time to Rehair Your Bow
One of the most common questions we get at the shop is “How do I know when it’s time to rehair my bow?” There are a couple of different indications...
Paying Tribute to John Connolly Jr., Founder of Connolly Music Company
It is my sad duty to report the passing of our good friend John Connolly Jr. this past weekend. Although the average string player may not have known his name,...
What Are Bow Bugs and How Can I Get Rid of Them?
It's possible you have encountered bow bugs before without knowing it. The most obvious sign of a bow bug infestation is if you have a bow that seems to have...
"What We're Listening To" Claude Debussy, Cello Sonata
Claude Debussy was born in France in 1862. He began piano lessons at the age of seven. His talents were evident early on, and began studies at the Paris Conservatoire when...
Rental Season is Upon Us and the Shop is Busy Preparing
Rental season is upon us and the crew is busy working on a large shipment of rental instruments that just arrived today. There are many steps involved in getting each instrument...
A Visit From Drew Bordeaux
We had a visit the other day from NY musician Drew Bordeaux. Drew was in town opening up for the Gin Blossoms at The Paramount. He saw one of our...
The Man Behind the Music to the Star Spangled Banner
When we think of our national anthem, The Star Spangled Banner, the first person who comes to mind is usually Francis Scott Key. The lyrics to the Star Spangled Banner...
Josh Corwin Heads Out to Colorado
One of the newest hires at the LIVS, Josh Corwin, headed out to Colorado two weeks ago for the Rocky Ridge Music Center in Estes Park. He's been playing viola...
Honoring The Life of Musician and Friend Olga Zilboorg
Last week Director of the LIVS, Charles Rufino, attended a memorial service for musician and friend Olga Zilboorg. Ms. Zilboorg passed away at age 83. She was a cellist primarily...
"What We're Listening To:" Leoš Janáček Violin Sonata
Leoš Janáček (1854-1928) was a Czech composer, folklorist, music theorist, publicist, and teacher. His early musical works were heavily influenced by his folklore research and his contemporaries such as Antonín Dvořák....
Summer Music Theory Workshop
The LIVS will also be offering a music theory workshop for beginning and advanced students this summer at our Huntington location. The program will run every Wednesday evening for six...
FREE Copy Of Things For Strings Magazine
Stop by our shop today and pick up your FREE copy of Things 4 Strings magazine. This edition features articles about body mapping for strings players, healthy playing and ways...
Perfect Pitch - Can It be Learned?
Today I came across an interesting article in the Wall Street Journal, by Heidi Mitchell, about perfect pitch and whether or not it can be learned. Studies have suggested that...