Topmusicanswers
- What double stops are possible on violin?
- When should you use a double stop on a violin?
- Why is it called a double stop?
What double stops are possible on violin?
First, there are physically impossible double stops. The notes below the open next-to-lowest string can only be played on the lowest string, so you can't play two notes at a time in that range. For example, a low G-B double stop on violin would be impossible.
When should you use a double stop on a violin?
By the time a child or an adult can play simple tunes, they are already ready to start playing two notes at the same time - I mean easy double stops, not fingered octaves! Once they are able to play single-note scales with shifts, by definition they are ready to start on double-stop scales.
Why is it called a double stop?
Double stop. Holding down the fingers on two strings with your left hand. You're stopping two strings from vibrating. Hence double stop.
