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 …
High-profile string players are always raving about their antique instruments from master makers. Yo-Yo Ma famously plays an eighteenth-century Domenico Montagnana cello, and Hilary Hahn’s violin of choice is a Jean Baptiste Vuillaume copy of an even older model, Niccolò Paganini’s beloved Guarneri del Gesù “Il cannone.” But what about violists? While there are some …
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Viola prices typically range from $400 to $1,500 for beginner instruments, $1,500 to $6,000 for intermediate violas, $6,000 to $15,000 for advanced or pre-professional violas, and $15,000 and up for professional instruments. Pricing varies based on materials, workmanship, maker, origin, condition, and setup. Viola Price Overview: Beginner violas: $400–$1,500 Intermediate violas: $1,500–$6,000 Advanced (Pre-Professional) violas: …
How Much Do Violins Cost? If you are wondering how much violins cost, the answer depends on the level of the player, how the instrument was made, and its condition. Violins range from approximately $400 for beginner instruments to $25,000 or more for professional and historically significant examples. Understanding the violin price range helps clarify …
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It happened: you’ve been practicing faithfully, the squeaky sound is gone, and finally, your teacher pauses your lesson. “Your sound is coming along,” they say. “I think it’s time to get a real instrument.” Beginning students often start with an entry-level cello to build their skills and decide whether they want to continue playing. But …
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Many cognitive benefits can result from playing a musical instrument. It’s common to take music lessons through grade school and up to high school graduation, but making music is worthwhile for all ages. If you love listening to the sweet expression of violin music, consider giving the violin a try. Your first step is to …
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Manoel Francisco Silver Special Cello Bow $1,850 Manoel Francisco Silver Elite Cello Bow $1,900 R. Zucolotto Nickel Mounted Cello Bow $840 Choosing a cello bow is a highly personal process, influenced by both the instrument and the player. This guide outlines the four most important characteristics to consider when comparing cello bows, along with an …
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Many beginning and intermediate violin students underestimate the importance of the violin bow they choose. It is the key to unlocking the potential of your violin, and so it is vital to choose with care. If you have already done a little bit of digging online, you will see that choices differ in terms …
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