How much pressure does it take to push the string down to make a sound?
A simple approach to an often overlooked question
A simple approach to an often overlooked question
In this first expert video, Prof. William Fitzpatrick of Chapman University explains how to apply the right amount of pressure with the finger on the violin fingerboard. Too much pressure is usually bad, but how do you find the right pressure or force to put on your left hand fingers?
Released on November 4, 2013
In this video, Prof. Fitzpatrick talks about up and down bow staccatos with deep details that will answer many of your questions.
Released on April 3, 2013