For families beginning violin lessons—whether through a school music program or private study—choosing between renting and purchasing a violin can feel uncertain. This guide outlines the practical differences between violin rental and purchase, with a focus on helping families make a sound decision that supports a student’s growth. Families in the San Francisco Bay Area …
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You’ve committed so much attention to the purchase of the right viola and now you have to make a decision on a suitable bow to match. Your first question may be, “Given what I just spent on my viola, how much should I allocate to the bow?” The truth is that there is no simple …
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The More You Know about the cost of a cello, the Better Your Purchasing Decisions Whether you’re just starting out or are seeking a higher-quality cello to take your playing to a new level, it’s essential that you have the right tools to make an informed decision when selecting your next instrument. Dolce Violins is fully …
Have You Considered a Small Pattern 4/4 Violin? Have you found it challenging to play a full-sized violin because its dimensions don’t fit your fingers or your arm length just right? Have you tried a 7/8 size and found that it was just a bit too small and perhaps didn’t project as much as you’d …
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How Much Should You Spend on a Violin Bow? You’ve committed so much attention to the purchase of the right violin and now you have to make a decision on a suitable bow to match. Your first question may be, “Given what I just spent on my violin, how much should I allocate to the …
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Choosing an instrument is the most important decision any musician can make. It’s not just a major financial investment; it’s also a highly emotional choice that affects both your musicality and your career trajectory. As a professional violist, it can be difficult to find the right instrument for your needs. To start, professional violas vary …
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How Much Should I Spend on My Cello Bow? You put a lot of care and thought into choosing your cello; your bow deserves the same attention. But how much do cello bows normally cost? There is no simple answer to this question. Your cello bow cost will vary based on your needs, including your …
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At Dolce Violins we feature many instruments from Eastman strings, one of our prefered brands. The Eastman violins we carry possess the sound qualities that we seek for our customers. The warmth, depth of tone, and even response across all four strings makes the Eastman violin an excellent student violin. Violin teachers and their students have found the Eastman violins we carry …
What is a Workshop Instrument? Violin making is a highly complex process that requires different skillsets to complete an instrument.High-end violins are made by master makers, who create instruments from beginning to end. They choose the tonewood, construct the body, carve the neck and scroll, apply the varnish, and perfect the set up. A master …
Violists whose skills are advancing will often realize that the instrument they were using can no longer keep up. When this happens, to continue developing their skill set, they will need to upgrade to a more capable instrument. Generally, this means buying a new intermediate-level viola. Buying an intermediate viola presents a unique set of …
