What is an Open Seam on a String Instrument? - sharmusic. com When something sounds off with your instrument - whether it's a subtle buzz or a sudden drop in resonance - it might not be your playing One of the most common (and easily fixable) issues faced by violinists, violists, cellists, and bassists is an open seam
8 Essential Practice Tips for Violinists, Violists, Cellists, and Bass Practicing a string instrument isn't just about clocking hours-it's about building smart habits and using the right tools Whether you're a student getting started or a seasoned player refining your technique, this guide breaks down eight essential tips for productive, focused practice
Rainer Leonhardt Viola, No. 250 - Shar Music With a powerful, dark, cello-like sound, this viola is also remarkably agile and responsive Great balance across the strings, and easy to play Tonewood from Leonhardt's managed supply assures stability for the long-term and allows a mature sound to emerge The Leonhardt Workshop, producing quality bowed instruments si
Try Before You Buy: Shar Music’s In-Home Trial Program 🧡 Designed for Our Community: Teachers, Parents Musicians Teachers love using the trial to help students experience side-by-side comparisons Parents appreciate the convenience and reassurance of testing instruments at home, especially when buying for growing children Advancing students and professionals use it to audition step-up or advanced bows and instruments before making the leap
Tetsuo Matsuda Violin, Chicago, 1990 - Shar Music Labeled:Tetsuo Matsuda fecitChicago Anno 1990 Back Length: 356mmUpper Bout: 165mmCenter Bout: 110mmLower Bout: 203mm Born in Akita, Japan in 1945, Tetsuo Matsuda began his studies at the Violin Making School in Cremona, Italy in 1977 Matsuda has won gold medals at the Violin Society of America competition as well as s
Theodore Skreko Lord Wilton Violin, Indianapolis, 2025 Patterned after the Lord Wilton Giuseppe Guarneri “del Gesu” of 1742, this fine violin was meticulously crafted by violin-maker Theodore Skreko The attention to detail is remarkable with painstakingly detailed antiquing; this violin will be difficult for the player to put down The appearance is complimented by rich o
E. H. Roth Strad Violin, Markneukirchen, 1925 - Shar Music At 100 years old, this Strad copy from the esteemed Ernst Heinrich Roth shop provides exceptional power and clarity Labeled: Ernst Heinrich Roth Markneukirchen anno 1925Copie: Antonius Stradivarius Branded above the label: Ernst Heinrich Roth Markneukirchen Back Length: 357mm Upper Bout: 168mm Center Bout: 111mm Lower Bout: 204mm Founded in 1902 by Ernst Heinrich Roth, the E H Roth company
H. R. Pfretzschner Violin Bow, Markneukirchen - Shar Music From the H R Pfretzschner shop of Markneukirchen, this fine German bow is in excellent condition Providing a moderately stiff stick with good flexibility, this bow offers a superior tone with excellent playability Octagonal pernambuco stick Ebony frog with silver mountings Hermann Richard Pfretzschner began his stud