Although it is not one of those tasks that can be learned overnight (unless you are a musical genius), with practice and dedication you can soon be playing pieces that will light up your soul. One of the reasons why I chose to play the violin was its soothing and melodic sound, one that I feel is like no other.
The second reason why I chose this stringed instrument was for the ability to virtually take it with me anywhere I go. Even when I travel on a plane it's not a problem. It is not like a Cello, bass or a harp which are big, heavy and bulky and you certainly cannot take those instruments with you!
The third reason was the ease of learning. I say "easy" because unlike a piano, guitar or a harp, a violin only has four strings (G, D, A, E) and a bow you must learn to use. Once you learn the four basic strings, then comes learning the finger positions that go on those strings that will make the notes. Next, comes the correct holding position for the bow which will allow you to gently glide across the strings and begin to make music.
Once one learns the basics like how to hold the violin, the correct position of the feet, and how to hold the bow, you can go on to begin making music. One very good place to start to learn the pitch are practicing scales. Yes, they may seem boring at first but they will eventually help the violin player with tuning and correct finger positions (too flat or too sharp).
For the beginning violin player some of the easiest pieces to start with would Twinkle Twinkle Little Star or Mary Had A Little Lamb. Simple pieces like these will help in getting a sense of accomplishment and not one of frustration. If you begin with anything more difficult it will only bring discouragement in trying to learn to play the violin.
Playing the violin not only gives me a sense of accomplishment but has also become somewhat therapeutic. Those moments when I am stressed or have a feeling of frustration I can just take out my violin and it just becomes music for my soul. It has been one of my greatest investments!
Here is how to get further information on violin playing! Learn the basics of violin musical instruments and you too can learn to play today!
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