Topmusicanswers
- Should I take a break from violin?
- How long does it take to break in a new violin?
- Is it good to take a break from your instrument?
- Is 1 hour of violin practice enough?
Should I take a break from violin?
Breaking in new strings is a process most violinists have gone through. However, some violin strings take longer than others to find their voice. It can be frustrating trying to break in strings if you're not used to the experience, but it's worth a try before you give up and order a replacement set.
How long does it take to break in a new violin?
A player see this change within the first few days or even hours of playing a quality new instrument. The tone will warm-up and become more rounded and deep. Even more tonal maturity is easily apparent after 6 months and a violin is considered fully mature after a couple years of play.
Is it good to take a break from your instrument?
taking a break works with your hard work and is actually an important aspect of learning this instrument. When you take a day off after several days of focused and detailed practicing, you give your conscious brain a chance to rest.
Is 1 hour of violin practice enough?
1 hour a day
This is really the minimum you need when you want to maintain your current level and want to improve in the long run. Very young children or adults with some physical challenges should practice less or divide up the hour into two or three chunks divided over the day.
