Violin exams are a crucial part of a violinist's journey to mastery. They provide a structured path to progress, offering clear goals to work towards, a sense of achievement, and a benchmark for assessing one's abilities. While exams can be nerve-wracking, proper preparation can go a long way in easing the stress and ensuring success. In this article, we will guide you through the essential steps for preparing for a violin exam. Starting Early: Preparing for a Violin Exam The Importance of Preparation Time To prepare effectively for a violin exam, it is crucial to start early. The amount of ti ..read more

We are aware that a fault in the Library is causing some pieces of music and backing tracks not to load. We hope to have this fixed within 12-24 hours. If there is a piece of music that you would like urgently, please email support@violinschool.com and we will send it to you by email. We will update this page when the issue is resolved. Thank you for your understanding. The post Library PDF issues appeared first on ViolinSchool.com ..read more

ViolinSchool's Head of Learning, David Worswick, teaches privately on Sundays at our studio in Central London (Piccadilly WC2). A couple of places are becoming available for weekly one to one lessons from mid February 2023. If you would be interested in arranging a trial lesson, please contact David directly by sending a message via the form below! About David Worswick David is a graduate of the Royal Academy of Music and former 1st violinist of the London Symphony Orchestra. He has performed throughout the world, made award-winning recordings, premiered hundreds of new works, and created a we ..read more

It is possible to learn the violin on your own, but it may be more difficult than learning with a teacher. A teacher or a school can provide guidance, feedback, and direction, which can be especially valuable if you are starting as a beginner. A teacher will also provide a sense of accountability and motivation, which can be helpful for staying motivated and remembering to do your violin practice! However, modern online resources mean that it is now easier than ever to learn the violin on your own. There are numerous online tutorials, videos, and resources that can provide instruction on techn ..read more

Learning to play the violin can be a challenging and rewarding experience, but it can also be difficult to know where to start if you're teaching yourself. Here are some tips to help you get started: Start with the basics. Before you begin playing music, make sure you understand the parts of the violin and how to hold it properly. It's also important to learn how to tune the violin and how to produce a good sound. Learn the basics of music theory. Understanding the basics of music theory will help you read sheet music and understand the structure of the music you're playing. Find a beginner ..read more

NO, you're not too old to learn! It's a common misconception that learning a new skill, such as playing the violin, becomes more difficult as people get older. In terms of physical ability, of course it's true that playing the violin requires some dexterity in the fingers and some upper body strength. And yes, for older violinists, it might be harder to train the muscle memory at first. However, it is possible to work on building these skills gradually and with proper instruction; even in older adults, the brain remains plastic and capable of learning new things. Studies have found that ol ..read more

Online violin classes have become increasingly popular in recent years, offering a convenient and flexible way for students to learn the instrument. These classes can be taken from anywhere with an internet connection and are often more affordable than in-person lessons. One of the main benefits of online violin classes is the convenience they offer. Students can take lessons from the comfort of their own home, eliminating the need for transportation and allowing them to fit lessons into their busy schedules. Online classes also allow students to learn at their own pace and on their own sched ..read more

Learning to play the violin can be a very rewarding and fulfilling experience, and new technologies make it easier than ever to learn online. Online violin lessons for beginners are a convenient and cost-effective way to start learning the instrument. You don't need to travel to a physical location and it's a great way to fit in violin tuition to a busy schedule. Online violin lessons for beginners can take many different forms. It's important to think about whether you want group classes or one to one lesson, and how much online courses will play a part in your learning. At ViolinSchool, we a ..read more

How To Get Started With The Violin Everything you need to know before you start to play Get set up ... in the best possible way! Learning a musical instrument can be one of the most rewarding skills you will ever develop. It’s really important to get started in the best possible way, so that you can make the most of the opportunity. Having a good quality violin and bow that’s well set up, makes everything SO much easier. When equipment is working well, you’re free to focus on the music, and on your learning. This setup guide will help you to prepare for violin tuition, by making good decisio ..read more

We've completely cleared out our Library as part of our new year overhaul! And we're painstakingly upgrading and adding back in hundreds and hundreds of wonderful pieces of music for you to enjoy - many with new backing tracks and video tutorials! This might mean that some music is temporarily unavailable in the library itself. If there's a particular piece of music that you're looking for and can't find, email us (support@violinschool.com) and we'll fish it out of the archive for you ? In the meantime, please look forward to a lovely clean new library, full of the very best music for violin ..read more