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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…
Choosing the Right Set of Strings Redux
Tuesday, July 29, 2014Edited Dec. 3, 2018 - With the new sharmusic.com redesign, we've revamped out string charts! Check out the updated chart designs on our new site!Edited Apr. 14, 2016 - We've rolled live the Violin Strings, Viola Strings, Cello Strings, and Bass Strings…
Friendship and Love of Music: An Interview with Hayley Murks
Thursday, August 08, 2013Each year, Strings Magazine awards a $3,000 scholarship (plus $1,000 to spend at SHAR) to a deserving young musician. The Edith Eisler Scholarship is a much-needed and generous award, one named in memory of a dedicated musician and contributor to …
"Tom" by Arnold Steinhardt
Monday, August 05, 2013The Guarneri String Quartet (photo by Erwin Fischer) and Charles Avsharian
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…
Wedding Sheet Music: What to Play This Summer
Tuesday, July 24, 2012Wedding season is underway! Do you have the sheet music you need for all of your upcoming wedding performances?
A guide to Choosing the Right Set of Strings
Thursday, July 12, 2012Edited Apr. 14, 2016 - We've rolled live the Violin Strings, Viola Strings, Cello Strings, and Bass Strings Sound Guides, now with interactive icons, a pricing key, and revised placement! See the updated blog on choosing the right set of strings here.
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