Why Proper Violin Hand Posture Is Necessary


By Aimee Schwartz


A lot of people fancy the thought of learning how to play the violin. But when it comes to devoting time to learn the craft, only few shows enough discipline to do some practice. No matter how talented you are, practice is very important to hone your skills. Its by constantly doing it that you get to learn more of it.

Violin is among the top picks. Aside from its pure and solemn appeal, its also very portable. You can carry it with you without worrying so much of the hassle. Violin hand posture is a basic skills that everyone who wish to play it should spend time learning. It is a basic and a vital factor in producing sound.

This is why music instructors are very keen in making sure that their instructions are followed well. One can have the best position with this body while holding the instrument. But without the appropriate posture for the fingers, the desired sound cannot be produced. Here are some common reasons why it is needed.

Less strain. One of the most common issue that different players of the instrument complain about is the strain that it can give to their elbows, arms and even neck. This is a given especially if you are new to the craft. Stiffness is usually observed. By positioning your fingers right, you are reducing the amount of stiffness on your entire arm.

Better sounds produced. The secret to creating sound using the violin is not through plucking or strumming like the guitar. Its with the right positioning of fingers, along with pressure plus the right contact with the bow. In the absence of correct finger position, great sounds we come to love at present will not be possible.

It gives more comfort. This is apparent as you go along with your practice. With the reduce strain, you will also not have a very hard time moving your whole body along with your arm movement. The pain may happen at first. As you get the hold of it, you become more comfortable.

Ease in playing. At first it is difficult. But everything ends. Even difficulty ends. With regular practice, you will soon find it easier to play. What started as a difficult note can be pulled off easier the more you deal with it.

Standard practice. Whether you are learning to play the violin for fun or for a potential career, you will need the basics. There is no one who is exempted to the rule. Hand posture, being among the basics is a must.

It is either you do it or you do not. There is no maybe. If you want to learn how to play it, so be it. But be sure that you are willing to commit. It might help if you take time to look at your motivations. A lot of times, your motivation will spell out the amount of effort that you place on the craft.




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