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Maybe people interpret the shaking as a really cool vibrato effect. Feels great when your done, doesn't it. This sunday I played in the church band and did a short solo with my daughter(first time f ...

So I went ahead and bought the gliga. The store informed me (i forgot to ask) that I had 30 days to return if not happy. I played last night for an hour. I'm surprised how much different it sounds. It ...

Thanks for your reply. I put new dominants on to no avail, got another bow which I like much better(doesn't feel like a 2x4), and tried a different rosin, which helped out the sound the most. I should ...

Hi, I'm starting to think my stentor student I is needing to be upgraded. A local shop has a gliga gem for ~500. I've tried it and like the sound, but it is difficult to compare without playing both i ...

oh man, I tried to double post and it didn't do it this time-serves me right for trying to be a smart@#*

Sorry,I couldn't resist!

What helps me is thinking about why I like to play and the fun of playing with others(like in a trio or band). Basically trying to turn the worry into excitement and anticipation. If you're enjoying y ...

What helps me is thinking about why I like to play and the fun of playing with others(like in a trio or band). Basically trying to turn the worry into excitement and anticipation. If you're enjoying y ...

What kind and model did you order? I have one on my wish-list, so am curious about the replies to your post.

Hi Verdi, I'm using a $150 used stentor outfit. I got a marginally better bow(just felt a lot nicer to play with in the store) and when I had it for a while it started sounding worse(so I thought). Tu ...

Any church hymnal would work well and be readily available.