November 2008 Archives

Nov 27, 2008

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

Posted by Thom in All, Blog, News No comments

I just wanted to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! I am thankful for all of you visitors who help make my site worthwhile. Teaching others is often another way to really re-teach yourself, and I have definitely picked up a few new things and some reminders along the way. Thanks everyone, and have fun today [...]


Nov 24, 2008

Mark Wood Demonstrates Viper in Relation to Physics

Posted by Thom in All, Videos No comments

Mark Wood, famous violinist from the Trans Siberian Orchestra and his invention of his own line of electric violins uses his viper to demonstrate physics! This may help explain to some about how the violin actually works in producing sound. Enjoy!


Nov 12, 2008

Bonus Lesson 4 - Stop Unwanted Bouncing of the Bow

Posted by Thom in All, Howto, Lessons 5 comments

Kelvin had asked about a particular problem he had with unwanted bouncing of the bow. With his permission I am reposting the video with some tips.

Overall you have great tone! You are doing fantastic work!
As far as the bouncing bow I can’t tell specifically from the angle of the video, however, my [...]