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A Luthier Answers: "What is a Luthier?" and Other Questions From the Web
Learn from the expert as they share their knowledge and insights about the world of violin making.
Educational Corner
New Violins vs. Used Violins: Pros and Cons
There's a wide range of instruments out there, both new and used. Which is the better way to go?
Educational Corner
Carbon Fiber vs Wood Bows
Can Shar Music's own staff hear the difference between the two?
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Seven Essential Pieces of Violin Music To Learn
What violin music is most essential to learn? Here are seven pieces we recommend for intermediate or advanced violinists, including composers from Beethoven to Philip Glass.
What's the Best Music Stand?
Internet, we thought you'd never ask. But first you should rephrase that question: What's the best music stand for me? That's right. Like most things in life, there isn't a single best music stand out there, but there are stands that are great for particular uses, depending on factors such as sturdiness and portability.
Memphis Shakedown: How Blues Fiddle Changed 20th Century Popular Music
When one closes their eyes to picture their archetype of a blues musician, most see someone with a guitar. This isn't too surprising: from Charley Patton to Bonnie Raitt, the guitar has been central to blues music throughout its recorded history.
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Shoulder Rest or Not? What Every Violinist and Violist Should Know
Should violinists and violists use a shoulder rest? Explore the pros, cons, and history of this modern accessory to make the best choice for your body, style, and sound.
Interviews
Excellence in Music: An Interview with Laurie Niles
We recently had the opportunity to sit down and chat with Laurie Niles from Violinist.com during the 2024 ASTAxSuzuki Convention.
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Aaron Dworkin's "Musicality"
"Musicality" by Poetjournalist-in-Residence, Aaron Dworkin encompasses the nuance that exists in the balance between technique and soul.