What is Rosin? Rosin, a solid resin derived from pine trees and various plants, comes in a semi-transparent form, ranging in colour from yellow to black. When applied to the bow hair, it enhances grip on the strings, facilitating clearer and resonant tones. Dark rosin tends to be heavier and stickier while light rosin tends to be lighter in [...]
A Guide to Properly Caring for Your Violin and Viola Taking care of your violin or viola is crucial to preserving its sound quality and lifespan. Below is a concise list of dos and don'ts to ensure your instrument remains in optimal condition. Dos and Don'ts DO NOT drop the instrument: Handle your instrument with care [...]
A Guide to Properly Caring for Your Violin and Viola Bow roper maintenance of your violin or viola bow is crucial to ensure its longevity and optimal performance. Here's a concise guide on what you should and shouldn't do: Dos and Don'ts DO NOT drop the bow: Never drop the bow, as it can cause irreparable [...]
How to Disinfect your Violin or Viola I wrote this blog post during the COVID-19 pandemic and at the time was starting to prepare for a return to face-to-face group lessons in Vancouver. One thing that came to mind was how I was going to safely tune the instruments that the students could not tune themselves - certainly a [...]
