Hi I want to buy a new violin. I am not aware of the costs or.. as to how to check for the best violin… I stay in Hyderabad.. can any one help me out with the approximate cost of the violin and the place where I can get the best one?
Why would you assume everyone knows where "Hyderabad" is???
I am looking for a new violin that can have some life in it- with the case and all necessary accessories. What is a good price? Right now I am being offered around 300 for a new Platino (I probably butchered the name, sorry) at a music shop. Is that good? And 300 for a Becker one as well.
If you consider that the word instrument is another word for tool,
you may realize that the better tool you use will more likely yield better sounds,
better enjoyment, longer practice time and greater progress.
Evaluate the upper limits of your budget and try to play a good sample of instruments in that range.
In thirty years of teaching I have had many parents balk at the idea of spending
so much money for a step-up violin, and have NEVER had a parent regret their purchase!
Best Wishes,
Ruth Brons
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im learning to play the violin, im currently renting a student violin, i was wondering if i should purchase a student violin which would cost around $500 or if i should get an intermediate or "advanced" one and not have to buy another violin in the future. anyone have any recommendations for violins?
How advanced are you? Once you have a decent grasp of how to play and have developed preferences about what you like in a violin you can choose an intermediate violin. If the violin you’re renting seems fine to you and nothing about it frustrates you, it’s probably best to keep renting for now. If you’re getting to the point where the one you’re using just doesn’t do what you want it to do and you’re starting to hate the sound, it’s a good time to upgrade.
You’ll need to visit a string store and try several violins. Don’t buy an intermediate violin online unless you absolutely have to, and then buy from a dealer that either has a liberal return policy or an in-home trial program. Shar is a good option if there is no string store near you.
As you play different violins, you’ll notice definite preferences. Some you won’t like at all. Some you’ll enjoy playing. There will probably be one that you enjoy playing so much that you don’t want to put it down. That’s the one you should buy.
Is that weird to see an adult (mid twenty- thirty) taking violin course in the beginner level?
can they even achieve professionalism? so what’s for?
of course there’s age limit right? like ballerina I heard they must be famous in 30s or they start falling off, dropping, their body can’t move smoothly. or start being a teacher.
All the other answers are well stated. There’s not necessarily an age limit, but there’s a physical factor involved. At older ages, people develop arthritis, tendonitis, and general bone/tendon/finger/health problems that will seriously impede their ability to perform. Not to mention that typically, it’s harder for older people learn, just because of trends in brain development.
Not to say they wont achieve professionalism. With hard work and persistent dedication, anything is possible. Never assume anything about people taking music lessons. Music is UNIVERSAL. And it’s not weird to want to learn. Maybe they’re taking lessons to play at their daughter’s wedding, or maybe to play something at the local senior center. Maybe they’re retired and want a hobby, or maybe they’ve wanted to learn their whole life and never had enough money to buy a violin or have the time to practice. Lots of times, music is used for rehab purposes, as well. Not everyone starts playing music with the goal of being famous — most of the time, rather, its for personal enjoyment. And ironically, when it’s for personal enjoyment, people perform better because they LIKE what they’re doing.
There’s a lot of camaraderie among musicians. Instead of asking on Yahoo, just ask the person taking lessons. Musicians typically are really nice and will always share a story. Just be like "hey, are you a beginner too?," or "how long have you been playing for? I play violin (or some other instrument) too!"
A small reassemble of my favourite parts of some Vivaldi violin concertos, interpreted by Israeli-American conductor and violinist Itzkak Perlman. This video reflects my personal taste and not intends to violate any kind of copyright regulation.
Order of appearence:
1- Violin Concerto In C Minor, Rv 199 ‘il Sospetto’ (Ed. Malipiero) – I Allegro
2- Violin Concerto In C Minor, Rv 199 ‘il Sospetto’ (Ed. Malipiero) – Iii Allegro
3- Violin Concerto In A Minor, Rv 356 (Ed. Malipiero) – I Allegro
Duration : 0:9:50
