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Violin sholder rest are really important.
You need it so you won't get a sore neck
like my orchestra teacher @ school.
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Why were shoulder pads invented?
for the violin
What is a violin pad?
I believe by this you mean a shoulder pad-which is place under the violin so that the violin rests comfortably on the shoulder. It is used by professionals to make it easier to hold up the instrument.
Do you need a shoulder rest for a violin?
Shoulder Rests are a great way to keep your shoulder comfortable when you are playing the violin... BUT are optional. You can use the violin with or without one, but some people find using a shoulder rest more comfortable then not using one, and vice versa. So, In conclusion, you are not required to use a shoulder rest.
What are violin attachments?
a shoulder rest is an attachment
Where does the shoulder rest go in a violin case?
If there is space, the shoulder rest should fit under the neck of the violin. If not, then it will probably fit on the side of the neck. If this still doesn't work, then just carry the shoulder rest separately.
Why do people use a shoulder restfor the violin?
Most do, but some don't. Many violinist use Shoulder Rests to keep the violin off their collar bone, yet in the right position to play without them slouching over their violin.
How is a violin held?
you hold a violin by the far end of the neck with your left hand, unless you have a left-handed violin, then it's right. you set the violin on your shoulder, with your chin resting on the left hand side of the violin, again, unless you own a left-handed violin.
How is the cello different from the violin and the viola?
You hold a cello between your knees, whereas you hold a viola/violin between your chin and shoulder.
Is there a difference between a violin shoulder rest and a Viola shoulder rest?
Yes, the viola ones are bigger since the viola is bigger.
How is the violin viola cello and double bass held and played?
The violin and viola rests on the shoulder with the chin resting on it. You use a bow on all of these instruments.
How do you choose a violin case?
Just find one that fits the violin shape, and slots for one or two bows. Also find pockets for rosin, and other items used for the violin, like a shoulder rest.
Where ia a viola held?
The viola is held in between your chin and left shoulder. Same as a violin :)
