YouTube. Find a simple piece of music you want to play, and listen to it. Then pause and try to play back what you just heard. Rewind and repeat. You can also slow down the video in the settings section to help you pick out tough passages more easily. Some people also learn by playing along with the radio. Remember that your violin doesn’t care what style of music you play. Play along with your favorite songs! There also exist countless video lessons on YouTube breaking down specific pieces, so if you’re not sure where to begin, those are perfect. Here are five of the most popular resources:
Recordings of Concert Music This is where music teachers order their music. If you search correctly you should be able to find recordings of our current music. http://www.jwpepper.com/
These websites will play the correct pitch for your open strings. It is up to you to adjust your instrument to match. Students are encouraged to purchase a Tuner with a clip on Microphone from a local music store. Violin Tuning Notes Viola Tuning Notes Cello Tuning Notes Bass Tuning Notes
Interactive Practice Studio This is a great music practicing program, that goes with the String Basics books we use in Class. http://www.kjos.com/ips
Private Lessons Private lessons are extremely helpful and give the students much needed one on one instruction and development. There are a lot of great teachers in our area, please see Mr. Schumacher for recommendations. Many students use the lessons offered at Hammond Ashley https://www.hammondashley.com/halessons.html