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Why Can’t We Make New Stradivari Violins?
Stradivarius are synonymous with quality, but how we can replicate their sound is a mystery!
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I WONDER - What Instruments Are In The Strings Section?
This video is answering the question of what instruments are in the strings section.
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Redesigning the Violin, Part 2
Award-winning violinmaker and acoustical researcher Joseph Curtin continues his description of how the design of the violin might be improved upon, this time focussing on changes to the sound.
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Improving Upon Greatness
Award-winning violinmmaker and acoustician Joseph Curtin describes how we might construct a better violin by combining aesthetics and practicality.
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False Assumptions
Renowned violinmaker and acoustician Joseph Curtin describes the false assumptions that many had about what good musicians can hear.
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Redesigning the Violin, Part 1
Award-winning violinmaker and acoustical researcher Joseph Curtin describes how, despite the fact that the violin is often said to be a perfect design, there are many ways it can be improved upon.
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The Benefit of Statistics
Award-winning violinmaker and acoustician Joseph Curtin describes the importance of using double-blind tests to remove subjective biases.
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The Characteristics and Sounds of the Violin
The violin is an ancient and versatile instrument, is known for producing both eerie and romantic sounds. It is the highest pitched instrument in its family of stringed instruments. With its four strings and use of a bow or fingers, it...
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How To Play Violin/Fiddle - St. Patrick's Day
Intended for intermediate learners, "St. Patrick's Day" is a jovial yet complex tune. Ian breaks down the first several notes, and there are opportunities to pause the video and get some practice. Have the sheet music next to you while...
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How To Play Violin/Fiddle - Amazing Grace & Vibrato
Play the classic and heartfelt "Amazing Grace" with your learners. Listen to the presenter play the song, and then watch as he teaches the beginning notes. His step-by-step instruction is methodical, and following along is easy. This is...
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How To Play Violin/Fiddle - The Swan - Position Shifting
Listen as Paul plays "The Swan," which requires a lot of position switching. This video does not include a lesson, just a clip of the song being played.