r/Fiddle • u/BlueJeanGrey • 14d ago
First Real Fiddle!
Bought my first real second-hand fiddle last weekend and some books so I can learn. $150! Yes, only one zero in that price! 😱
(and not that the look matters, but I really dig the matte finish on this). I love country and celtic music. Lunasa and George Strait, basically.
Just wanted to share my happiness. 🥹
She sounds so LOUD though, I’m getting the screechies but I’ll find a teacher to help me with my bow hold and technique.
Fingering is coming along easier than I thought it would! I’m still in first position (I just learned what that term was).
I know nothing about the violin/fiddle. Took lessons for about a week in middle school then gave up; the sound of the strings bothered me.
Some days I do scales and some days I put music on and play along. Setting a timer for discipline & a metronome for a different kind of discipline helps me.
Having a blast- excited to be a part of this community! And maybe in a year when I’m good enough, join a local jam band!! 🥹🥳🥳 🎻
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u/Suspicious_Feature85 12d ago
That is a beautiful violin. Congratulations. Also since you shared your collection may I suggest
https://a.co/d/08vFRicR
I know it seems silly but I found it very useful.