It starts as a buzz you can’t quite place. You change the strings. You check the bridge. You try different rosin. The buzz is still there…Not always, just sometimes, on certain notes, just enough to keep you questioning yourself or has your stand partner give you...
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Your violin might be holding you back in ways that have nothing to do with your playing. If you’ve noticed that your strings feel harder to press than they used to, that your tone has lost some of its openness, or that your bridge seems oddly...
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Is Your Violin Bridge Holding You Back? Why Proper Bridge Fitment Matters More Than You Think A poorly fitted violin bridge can hold back the player and their violin of tone, playability, and even cause long-term damage—yet most players don’t realize it’s a problem until it’s...
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To find a trained luthier in violin making or restoration, you can start by checking local music stores, conducting online searches, and asking for recommendations from other musicians. Look for someone with a strong reputation and experience in the specific type of work you are...
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How important is it to maintain your instrument and bow? Regular maintenance ensures that your instrument is in good condition and functioning properly. It helps to prevent small problems from becoming bigger ones and can improve the overall sound quality of your instrument. Proper instrument...
Read MoreHere is a small violin restoration that I did for one of my clients a few months back. His father played this violin for him when he was just a young boy. He held on to this old violin for many years in unplayable condition...
Read MoreSmall repairs can be as tedious as large restorations. The trouble is finding the perfect piece of wood to match the original 100-year-old violin top. Luckily when I removed the top to start the repair I found the old bass bar was carved into the top...
Read MoreProper set-up goes a long way when wanting the best sound out of your instrument. It is important to keep a close eye on your bridge, sound post and strings along with a few other key parts on the instrument. You wouldn’t buy a brand...
Read MoreThis year I have been doing an intense repair on a Stopka Viola, which is owned by a client of mine. It came in with an unfortunate sound post crack. We had to remove the top and get the crack glued back together....
Read MoreTime has been flying over the past year. Almost one year ago today I decided to buy Fegley’s Violin Shop. Although at 25 it came on as no small task, I quickly learned that I have been building up to do this almost my entire...
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