Since 1962, SHAR has been making new products available to string players every year. The fall season is usually when we debut most of our new products in preparation for new school years, concert seasons, and holidays! This year is no exception with…
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New at SHAR - Fall 2016: Cello and Bass Strings, Electrics, Accessories, and Cases!
Saturday, August 27, 2016
Looking to buy a new set of strings?
Tuesday, April 12, 2016Sometimes buying strings for your violin, viola, cello, or bass, is just a matter of reordering the same strings that you've loved for ages. The reliable set that has always sounded great on your instrument might be all you need for the rest of your…
Why is My Stringed Instrument Buzzing and Rattling?
Wednesday, March 16, 2016Is your violin, viola, cello, or bass rattling or buzzing? Does it make these noises only on certain strings or notes?
String Musician Essentials for Outdoor Wedding Gigs!
Wednesday, May 20, 2015There's a lot that can go wrong when planning a wedding, so the live music should be the last thing the couple has to worry about. However, if you're the musician gigging at a wedding, it is your temporary raison d’etre and you owe it to your clients to…
Traveling with Your Cello
Tuesday, July 15, 2014If you’re an active musician, chances are you’ll be traveling to a gig, performance or audition out of town. If you’re a violinist or flutist, this isn’t a big deal... well, at least it shouldn't be. But if you’re a cellist or bassist? Let’s just say…
A Brief Email Interview with Kathryn Schutmaat
Tuesday, April 22, 2014When My Very First Cello Method first arrived at SHAR we thought: Another method book . . . is there anything special about this one? What follows is a brief email interview with the author, Kathryn Schutmaat. We hear a little about her professional…
What Should You Look For In a Case?
Friday, October 12, 2012If you just bought an instrument for the first time, or if you're looking to upgrade your current case, check out our purchasing guide below. It takes you through the major features you should consider such as shape, exterior and interior materials, and…
Why Own an Instrument Stand for Your Violin, Viola, or Cello?
Tuesday, September 25, 2012Pretty much every musician has a music stand, but not every musician has an instrument stand. Have you thought about the benefits to owing a violin stand or a cello stand? Here are four things to think about!1. Motivation to Practice. Having the…
Getting the Most Out of Your Bow
Friday, September 07, 2012Today we have another fine blog from our apprentice James Engman. James shares six tips that will help you maintain and care for your bow whether you're just starting out or an established professional. As a young player becomes more experienced, their…