Violin For Dummies: Book + Online Video & Audio Instruction

Learn to:

Choose, tune, and care for your violin Hold the violin and bow properly Understand the nuances of rhythm and musical notation Play various styles such as classical and jazz

View video demonstrations and listen to audio tracks online

The complete beginner′s guide to learning the violin

The violin has a reputation for being difficult to learn, but the reality is that it′s difficult to master. With this friendly guide, you′ll discover that anyone can learn, and practice over time will refine your technique and style. Before you know it, you′ll read and feel the music, and inject your own personality into whatever you play.

Master the basics get an introduction to the parts of the violin and bow, find out how to tune and hold your violin comfortably (and properly), and start making some beautiful music On that note learn how to hold and manage the bow with your right hand to draw a sound out of the violin and then add your left–hand fingers to make many different notes Start making music discover the main aspects of musical notation in order to read music for the violin, like notes, rhythms, meters, and other musical signs Get your hands on cool gear find expert advice on renting or buying a good violin, taking proper care of your instrument and bow, and accessorizing your strings with seriously awesome add–ons

Visit Dummies.com to: Improve your skills by listening to and playing along with audio tracks and viewing videos demonstrating concepts and examples from the book.

Open the book and find:

How to read and play music Tips on figuring out finger placement Easy–to–follow exercises to improve your technique Guidance on playing classical, jazz, country, and more Ways to join in on musical activities with other players Famous violinists from yesteryear and today How to find a good teacher to take you to the next step of your journey

Katharine Rapoport is an accomplished violinist and violist who teaches violin, viola, and chamber music at the University of Toronto. She has a broad range of professional freelance experience, including solo, chamber, and orchestral performance in Canada, the United States, and throughout Europe.