Lesson 1 – Begin!

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Let’s Start at the very beginning!

Every great violinist starts with the basics.

In this lesson, you’ll learn how to hold your violin and bow comfortably so you can play with good posture and avoid strain. .

We’ll also explore a few simple rhythms to get you clapping, tapping, and moving to the beat before you even play your first notes

By the end of this lesson, you’ll feel comfortable holding your instrument, know the string names and how to read them on the staff, and be able to perform a few basic rhythms with confidence, laying the foundation for everything you will learn next.

Course Content

Welcome to Lesson 1
Rest Position
Playing Position
Tapping Quarters & Rests
Tapping Halfs and Quarters
Names of Strings
Curve Fingers of Left Hand
Open E-String Song
Open E-String Song 2
Each & Every Ant
Why Good Posture Matters