dimanche 23 mars 2014

Different Types Of Violin Chinrest Styles

By Jaclyn Hurley


There are various things to consider when you play an instrument. Part of the process is making sure you know how to play the instrument and that you get the best from it. Another important aspect is making sure that you feel physically comfortable while you are playing an instrument. This is especially important while you are playing a violin. If you want to play your violin comfortably it is recommended that you use a rest. There are various types of violin chinrest styles and it is worth considering what is best suited to your needs.

You may wonder why a rest is important. Indeed some musicians do not like to use a rest because they consider that this creates a distance between themselves and the instrument. Therefore they suffer discomfort because they feel that this physicality adds to the performance while they are playing. There is also an argument that many of the greatest musicians did not use chinrests and feel that the sound is maximised without the use of them.

Other people create their own homemade rests. In some cases they may use sponges tied with rubber bands or bits of wood. The advantage of this is that you can adjust the material to suit you exactly. The disadvantage is that if you are not confident of your DIY skills you could end up making something that is not suitable.

It is estimated that there are at least 50 different types of chinrest available. Therefore you have numerous different options to consider when thinking about what is most appropriate for you and your instrument. It is very important to find something that will allow you to play with a minimum of discomfort.

Indeed a lot of musicians create their own rests. Some may use sponges tied up with rubber bands in order to provide a soft cushion for their chin while playing. Others prefer to use a block of wood. However this kind of DIY rest is probably best left to experienced musicians who have played long enough to know how to make something suitable for their playing style.

There are numerous items that can be purchased. The most well known style of rest is the Guarneri. This is where an attachment is centred over a tailpiece. A cup is positioned to the left of the tailpiece for the chin.

It is also worth talking to professionals about how to maintain your rest. You want to ensure that the rest stays in place so that you do not feel any strain on your jaw or neck while you are playing. Furthermore you do not want to slip while you are playing your instrument as this could potentially be very embarrassing if this happens mid performance!

You can find a variety of different chinrests by looking online. As well as finding rests you can also find professionals that can cut and resize them in order to fit your chin and jawline. This will make it easier and more comfortable for you while playing. It is also worth looking online for demonstration videos and tips to show you how to position your rest to make sure that you are as comfortable as possible while playing your instrument.




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