History of the Modern Symphony Orchestra
Playing in an orchestra is a beloved experience for a classical musician at any level. For students, they may play in a private youth orchestra, in addition to their school...
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How to Spot Fake Violin, Cello, & Viola Strings
At the Long Island Violin Shop, we pride ourselves on providing the best experience possible to our customers. We are a Thomastik-Infeld dealer, and provide our customers a grand selection...
Demystifying Beginner Sheet Music
Have you ever gazed at a sheet of music and felt like you were deciphering an ancient code? For beginners, reading sheet music can be as challenging as learning a...
Violin Craftsmanship: A 1976 visit to Charles Beare's London shop
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...
Common Violin Mistakes Made by New Players
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...
Violin Bow Rehair: What is it? When Does Bow Hair Need to be Replaced?
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...
What is IMSLP?
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...
The King Cello: The Reigning Monarch of All Cellos
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...
The Legacy of a Master: Dorothy DeLay
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....
Lillo Salerno: Master Luthier
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...
The Effects of Temperature on Your Instrument and Bow
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,...
Bringing Classical Guitar to the Long Island Violin Shop
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...
What is Violin Rosin?
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...
The Effects of Rosin and Bow Tightness on Sound Production
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...
Should You Use a Shoulder Rest for Violin?
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...
Learning an Instrument as an Adult
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...