Today, we'll explore some symbols you might have seen in sheet music but may not have understood. I'll introduce you to five common music theory symbols and explain their meanings, helping you feel more confident the next time you read music! First, let's talk about some symbols that are referred to as accidentals : 1. Natural sign - Natural form of a note that cancels the effect of sharps and flats. In context: If a piece is in the key of G major (which we know has one sha

If you find yourself playing in just one part of the bow, you are not alone. Sometimes using other parts of the bow can feel...

Whether you just bought a violin and want to know how to care for it during the hot summer months, or you've been playing for a few years...

With all of the information available to us these days, there’s very little that isn't talked about. Especially if you have attempted to...

North America has a rich history of folk music, much of which was heavily influenced by external cultures. If you're interested in...

If you're new to the violin, you might be curious: how do the professionals make it look so easy? How do they play the violin with such...

Almost every musician faces nerves at one time or another. If performing is not something you do often, it can be intimidating to...

Now that temperatures are beginning to drop, summer travels are behind us, and back-to-school season is here, many of us are...

For fiddle players and violinists, it is important to be able to perform at fast tempos when needed. While not always a necessity,...

Here on The Tune Project, we frequently discuss jam sessions and the many advantages of participating in them. Although you might be...

If you are ready to take your fiddle playing to the next level, stay tuned for my tips that are sure to kick things up a notch! 1. ...

If you are new to the violin and curious about which finger patterns violinists and fiddle players use most, you've come to the right...

Today we are talking about the one thing that might be your downfall when it comes to learning the violin: impatience. I am going to...

Now that we've talked about common left hand mistakes, you may be wondering if there's anything you're doing with your right hand that...

When beginning to learn a musical instrument, it is often easy to become overwhelmed with all of the technical components. You may have...

Do you ever get stuck not knowing how to end a fiddle tune? Or, perhaps you are just looking for a snappy way to wrap everything up. Well...

Tension is one of those things that everyone knows, on some level, is harmful. So why do we continue to tense up when playing the violin?...

If you've been following my content for awhile, hopefully by now you understand the importance of warming up at the start of your...

When it comes to playing an instrument, we all go through seasons. Perhaps you used to play when you were younger and then life happened,...

We all know that the bow is the hardest part of playing the violin, but there are some exercises you can do to help! Today, I am sharing...