A Complete Guide to Buying a Violin on Ebay (or how to buy from description and pictures only without being able to try it out) Buying a violin "sight-unseen" from Ebay can be a tough decision, especially if...
Selecting a Celtic Fiddle Anyone buying a musical instrument, whether a novice or a professional, should have a high quality instrument. A professional needs one to sound his or her best, and a novice needs...
Disregard violin labels unless the label is explicitly guaranteed to be authentic and original to the violin. Incorrect labels have been inserted in violins for centuries. There are many reasons for this odd...
Many buyers are influenced by the name on the label inside a violin, viola, cello or bass,and also the name branded on a bow.Sometimes these labels and brands are genuine and many times they are not. The...
BRIDGE SET-UP Setting up the bridge is quite simple but if not done correctly, it can be a bit of a pain.First, locate on the body of your instrument, what is called the 'F' Holes. This is where the sound...
This is a list of questions and statements about purchasing instruments. 1. If a seller offers a return policy, is it affordable to return the product to the seller? 2. It is difficult to tell very much about...
Instrument Maintenance A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR PARENTS WHO ONLY KNOW HOW TO PLAY A STEREO.1. Use a clean, soft cloth to remove rosin from the strings, instrument top and sides, and stick of the bow, every time...
Seedling Trees Shrubs I saw this in the 2006 Farmers Almanac. Thought it would be helpful. Bringing Back an old Garden:Trees have a natural life span. Decaying trees provide habitat for hundreds of creatures...
About Me Dietrich Lasa Are you intending to buy a violin, viola, cello or double bass? 3 things you should know when looking for the right instrument, so that it doesn't end up on your wall as a work of art!...
Over the last few years we have seen some excellent bows coming from China. A complete line of inexpensive student bows which are a great value and some higher level bows made of pernambuco, carbon fiber and...
