Author: NotahEuthymia

As a violinist, I have spent countless hours—and a small fortune—searching for the “perfect” bow. For years, I…

When a child first expresses an interest in the violin, the excitement is palpable. However, as any music…

For many aspiring violinists, the focus is almost entirely on the instrument itself. We spend months researching the…

As anyone who has spent years perfecting the haunting, vocal-like melodies of the Erhu knows, the instrument is…

Every violin teacher and parent of a young musician has experienced that “sinking feeling” when a student accidentally…

Every violinist, whether a fresh student or a returning hobbyist, eventually faces the “bow crisis.” You start with…

As a seasoned violinist, I have spent decades navigating the temperamental nature of traditional Pernambuco bows. While there…

As a parent or a teacher, there is nothing quite as disheartening as watching a young, enthusiastic student…

As string players, we often obsess over our instruments. We spend years hunting for the perfect violin, experimenting…

When I first started teaching young violinists, I quickly realized that the biggest hurdle to progress wasn’t always…