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Violin / Fiddle
Many people think that the violin is
perhaps the most sensitive of all musical instruments. It has been around since...well almost forever. The violin is well
suited for many younger students because it is light weight and is available in small sizes.
The instrument is
played by setting it on the left shoulder and supporting the end of it's neck with your left hand. Once you secure the violin
in place by affectionately pressing your left cheek against it, you can grab the bow with your right hand and fiddle away.
The violin's intimate and passionate sound is particularly well suited to students who would enjoy expressing their inner
feeling through a musical instrument. The violin is especially popular in classical and country music.
What's the
difference between a violin and a fiddle? Following is a description from our wonderful violin instructor Maria Murillo.
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The
truth is that they are actually the same instrument. A violin can be considered a fiddle and vice versa. However,
what distinguishes the two are how they are played and in what genre. The instrument tends to be referred to by its
more formal name, within a classical and orchestral setting. On the other hand, styles such as the Cajun fiddle, Irish
fiddle, Irish Celtic fiddle, and Bluegrass fiddle, are simply referred to as a fiddle. The fiddle puts more emphasis
on a free-flow style, while the violin usually adheres to more structured playing. If you want to learn both styles,
it is often recommended that you take fiddle lessons as I will give you an in-depth understanding regarding the difference
in techniques and how to effectively employ them in your playing. In general, I will provide you with a stronger grasp
of both the violin as well as the fiddle. Your lessons will be based on music theory which can be applied to both instruments.
In short just remember that the Violin sings and the Fiddle dances.
