Experienced drummers know that how you arrange your drum kit has a direct effect on how you play and what you can do. However, learning how to set up your drum kit can be as challenging as actually playing, especially for beginner drummers! At the MARVIN EMPIRE, we teach musicians the fine points of drumming, from advanced drum techniques to proper […]
If you are a beginner drummer, there is no doubt that you have chosen the best musical instrument! The drums are an incredibly important instrument because they find their home in every style of music. Other musicians depend on the drummer to keep the groove and hold everyone together in time with the beat. Let’s […]
DRUM How to Tune Your Drums One of the most overlooked and misunderstood aspects of drumming is drum tuning. While drums generally aren’t tuned to specific pitches, they do need to be tuned to produce clear, full tones. Learning how to tune a drum set will make you sound better and encourage you to play […]
Those who skip cleanings or otherwise don’t maintain their violin can expect a degradation in sound and costly repairs Expand image down the line. Whether you’re brand new to the instrument or simply need a refresher, here are some general tips for taking care of your violin. Know How to Handle Your Violin If your violin teacher […]
Keep Your Violin Clean A clean violin is essential for both aesthetic appeal and optimal sound quality. Establishing a regular cleaning routine ensures your delicate instruments remain in excellent condition. Daily Wipe Down Maintaining your violin starts with a simple daily routine. After each practice session, gently wipe down your instrument with a soft, lint-free […]
The violin is an expensive, rather delicate instrument. Therefore, it’s important for beginners to understand basic instrument care tips and techniques that will maintain both its beauty and its sound quality. How do you maintain a violin? Violins are delicate instruments — it’s important for beginners to be aware of basic violin maintenance tips and […]
How to Keep Your Violin Happy and In Good Working Order A few simple, daily, habits will go a long way toward keeping your violin in good order. Treat your violin with care, and you’ll be making music with it for many years to come. Daily Checklist Wash Your Hands Before handling your violin, wash […]
Do you know how to take care of a violin? Here are 7 ways to treat your instrument with respect, love, care and protect it from harm. After you start to develop a relationship with your violin, there is one rule all musicians follow: Treat your instrument with respect, love, care and protect it from […]
I was overwhelmed by the wisdom in each response. These comments are written by violinists of all ages and all levels. I’m not going to lie, it took my YEARS to learn some of these hard lessons and some of them I’m continually reminding myself about. Some advice is technical, some is more about mental […]
It’s a precise instrument that requires manual dexterity, a good ear and a great deal of practice. But knowing your instrument and developing good playing habits can open the door to lifelong enjoyment and a long-lasting musical relationship that will yield many rewards. 1. STAY IN TUNE Standard violins have four strings. When left “open” […]
