How to Hold a Violin
Sit down in a straight-backed chair or stand up straight., Don’t slouch., Position your feet.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Sit down in a straight-backed chair or stand up straight.
It doesn’t matter if you choose to sit or stand, but it does matter that you keep your core engaged and that you sit up or stand up straight.
You want to feel like you have power up through your body. -
Step 2: Don’t slouch.
Slouching can lead to decreased speed and eventual pain.
When sitting, both feet should be flat on the ground with the same positioning as if you were standing. , If you're standing, position your feet a comfortable distance apart.
They should be slightly less than shoulder-width apart, with your left foot a bit in front of the right.
Place your weight fairly evenly between your two feet.
When moving while playing, you may shift the weight between your feet. -
Step 3: Position your feet.
Detailed Guide
It doesn’t matter if you choose to sit or stand, but it does matter that you keep your core engaged and that you sit up or stand up straight.
You want to feel like you have power up through your body.
Slouching can lead to decreased speed and eventual pain.
When sitting, both feet should be flat on the ground with the same positioning as if you were standing. , If you're standing, position your feet a comfortable distance apart.
They should be slightly less than shoulder-width apart, with your left foot a bit in front of the right.
Place your weight fairly evenly between your two feet.
When moving while playing, you may shift the weight between your feet.
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