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Viva Violins
Великобритания
Добавлен 25 янв 2012
Welcome to the Viva Violins! workshop. On this channel Rebecca will give you hints and tips from the workshop to help you keep your violin, viola or cello in the best condition.
Gluing the neck into the body
It's a big one this week! I'm finally gluing the neck into the body of the bag violin. With a little help and a lot of glue it is now back in ONE piece 😍
(Apologies for the heavy rain in the second half - love the British weather!).
(Apologies for the heavy rain in the second half - love the British weather!).
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Starting work on the neck mortise.
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There's a LOT of filing and fitting to do!
Bag Violin: Gluing the Body of the Violin Back Together.
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A lot of work has gone into getting everything back together so it feels like a bit of a milestone this week.
Bag Violin: Fixing the Purfling on the Back
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There's just one more job to do before the back can be glued onto the rest of the body. This week I'm gluing new purfling in to fill the places that the original is missing.
Bag Violin: Gluing Studs to the Back
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Fitting studs to the bag violin to support the centre joint!
Bag Violin: Finally Gluing the Back Together
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It's finally time to glue the bag violin back together again after all the planning, clamping and cast making! Music in the video: Sophisticated Lady by Jeremy Cohen
The plan for gluing the two halves of the bag violin back together.
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This got a little bit messy!
Bag Violin: Gluing the Fingerboard
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Gluing the fingerboard to the bag violin neck.
Bag Violin: Fixing the Fingerboard
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A slight change of plan this week, I've switched to fixing the neck and fingerboard!
Bag Violin: Starting on the Back
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This week I'm starting to work out how to fix the back of the bag violin.
Bag Violin: Finishing the Rib Structure
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And finally the bag violin's rib structure is back together. What a relief!
Bag Violin: Gluing the Linings
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And so it continues! Still working on getting the jigsaw puzzle that was the @bag_violin ribs back in one piece.
Bag Violin: Gluing More Linings
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There is still plenty of gluing to be done to get the rib structure of the bag violin solid again. This week - more linings.
Bag Violin: Finally Gluing the Bottom Ribs
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It's great to be finally gluing things back together this week! You can also follow the bag violin on its own Instagram page @bag_violin or at @beckyhoughtonstrings
Bag Violin: Gluing the Ribs to the Bottom Block!
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Bag Violin: Gluing the Ribs to the Bottom Block!
Bag Violin: Making a New Bottom Block
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Bag Violin: Making a New Bottom Block
My bridge is tilting, what should I do?
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My bridge is tilting, what should I do?
Tonareli Violin and Viola Cases Overview
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Tonareli Violin and Viola Cases Overview
Fine tune pegs - how to change a violin viola cello string
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Fine tune pegs - how to change a violin viola cello string
How to put a shoulder rest on a violin or viola
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How to put a shoulder rest on a violin or viola
Actually the sound of the rain is very pleasant! The word 'nip' for 'tighten' reminded me me of my Dad; I assumed it was one of his many home-made expressions! I notice you nip things down; he nipped things up. Thanks for showing us, this is a very enjoyable journey.
That looked like a frustrating job. Oh well, at least you had that excellent choice of beautiful music to calm yourself afterwards. Thanks for sharing, I'm really enjoying watching the process.
GRANDE ❤
Nice 👍👍👍❤❤❤
Studs, eh? I've always heard these called cleats. Is that an American term? Or is a cleat perhaps something different? Anyway, thanks for showing us; this is endlessly fascinating.
I was always taught that they were studs but I've heard cleats too. Both are correct. Thanks for your lovely comment, glad you are enjoying the restoration!
THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH. I'd been using a thin sliver of tissue paper, but from a violin that I'd bought, there was some chalk in the case. I had no idea what it was for but left it there and, hey, BINGO, this is the reason, and I'd never have known if not for you. Thank you SO MUCH !! - Mark from Australia.
So happy to come across your channel! Excellent presentations and very informative! Subbed! Thank You! 🙏
@@WEdHarris thanks so much 🙏
@@vivaviolins8885 My pleasure! Keep up the great work!
Excellant! So my bridges always migrate. Does that mean i have to get a.new bridge whenever there is a tilt? I thought maple was tougher than that. Thank you!😅
Have you ever heard of Suone waxed violin rosin. It was recomended by Richey in 1915. Thank you!😅
Thank you! Very excellant! Ive got some pastel chalk in my case. Much appreciated!😅
Thank you for this. Please keep making content.
No... Pushing the peg in farther over time will reem out the hole in the scroll and then the thing will never get tight. What I learned was as you tune up the string or restring the instrument to take that string and push it towards the outside edge of the scroll and that will tighten it up... Plus when you first put the string on you can lock it under the first wrap the same as you would on a guitar to lock it in.
Could Pool Hall/Billiards Hand Chalk be substituted?
I've never tried it. I guess it might be worth a tentative go but proceed with caution if you can't get hold of French chalk. I'm not sure about using a coloured chalk, we tend to stick with white as it's less visible.
Hand Chalk is white. Oh. Wait. That may be rosin. The white cones at Pool Halls, for hands, for grip, for Pool Cues. Not the chalk for the tip of the cue.
Thank you.
Should I need some of yours, I'll contact you. I'm having very few problems, so far.
Thankyou. French soft chalk is a good remedy!
Landscape!
Does Hinderpaste help in preventing 'peg slip'? That's what I've got at this point. I've also been told to lightly sand the pegs with very fine sand paper- what's your opinion on that? Thank you.
A peg paste will lubricate the pegs but won't stop them slipping. Think of it as you would oil in your car. I would never recommend you sandpaper the pegs, this will just make them smaller and slip more. Graphite also makes them more slippy. The only thing that will stop pegs slipping is soft french chalk. Put lines of chalk round the peg where it touches the wall of the pegbox and twist until you feel a little resistance. Remove the string to do this. You may have to repeat the procedure. If you use too much and they become stiff you can add a little peg paste until they move smoothly again. However, no amount of chalk will stop the problem, it sounds to me as though a trip to a luthier to sort your pegs out might be in order? If you want to know more about the basic workings of violins I wrote a book with helpful hits and tips on all aspects of your instrument. You can buy The Essential Handbook, for violinists, violists and fiddleplayers on Amazon, through the Viva Violins website or at The Strad Online shop.
@@vivaviolins8885 Thanks for the reply! I'm in South Africa- not sure if I can get the soft chalk but I'll look around. Won't sand my pegs again although it was very slight. Will look at your book although I usually get online things mixed up. Regards.
Got recommended this video on my home page. Glad for it! You have a way of explaining it that is engaging and relatable but also informative.
Agreed! A lucky find for me, too.
thx
How to contact you?? May i get email of you?
What happends if the pegs won't come out
Please take it to a qualified luthier straight away.
Good video, can I ask what make ok viola is this please
I think it's a Primavera 200
@vivaviolins8885 oh thankyou looks nice I've just started playing violin again after 37 years music teacher gave me a violin nor very good but has got me playing I would like to try playing viola ,I got to grade 7 violin ,but don't have much money but this one looks very nice is it very expensive
They retail around £265-£285 depending on the size you want. Good luck with the playing!
thankyou its all coming back faster than i thought!! @@vivaviolins8885
Great! Thanx! 😂
You should try ours!
I'll check them out! Do you do trade accounts?
Merci! Very helpful
Perfecto
Can you help i am trying but if i try to tune barely it will be very high or very low
In that case your pegs are probably too thick and you will need to take your instrument to a luthier.
Could you add a humidifier to that case, like a stretto or something? It’s a little difficult to judge space in a video.
Thank you!!!
Could I ask why you should always start turn tuning with the A string?
A is the note that an orchestra always tunes to at 440hz. It's standard practice for orchestral instruments to start tuning here so they are in tune with each other. Theoretically after that you tune the other 3 strings by ear to the A. Lots of people use electronic tuners these days so I guess you could start with any string but starting on the A is best practice.
when I turn the peg it goes back and doesn't stay in place. Any tips?
All you can do is push in slightly. If you have chalk take the peg out and chalk where it touches the pegbox walls. I have another video about dodgy pegs, check out my other videos on the Viva Violins channel. It sounds as though you might have to take your instrument to your local luthier to have the peg refitted.
Viola best just saying
This video help ty
Thank you very much for your advice about the slipping pegs. My violin is new and I am a begging student on line. Both the violin and I are slipping a little. I'll chalk your good advice to another lesson seriously accepted. Blessing to you and your business.
Thank you sooooo much I needed this I recently got a new viola I'm a beginner and there is no teachers in the area so really needed something like this.
where can i buy tonareli cases? because on their homepage i can’t
If you are in the UK you can buy from me. Please e-mail your requirements to rebecca@vivaviolins.co.uk
@@vivaviolins8885 thanks for your reply, I am afraid I am not from the UK but from Germany…
@@koralindevonhohenburg3812 you could check on the Tonareli page for stockists in your country? If not try contacting them by e-mail. Sorry I can't help.
Would you play us a tune, maybe for a simple one or 2
Thanks so much!!! Very helpful tips for this beginner
Show me how good it is for real and kick it on the floor
is there a specific name or brand for the chalk
No, it depends what you can get hold of where you are. The soft chalk often has a square profile, not round. The last batch I bought was Pelican. As long as it produces lots of dust easily it should be fine.
I'm in a Nepal, can I just use chalkboard chalk? @@vivaviolins8885
Glad I found your channel!!
Oh! Go on - do tell.......which is your favourtie rosin Rebecca?
Well, as you asked! It's Cecilia Sanctus rosin. £62 per block though but you don't need to use much and it feels very smooth.
what if you don’t have any chalk. and you need to tune your violin ASAP what should i do?
The only thing you can really do is push the pegs in hard until they grip. Then see your luthier as soon as possible to sort them out
@@vivaviolins8885 that’s what i did and it worked thank you!
Don't know if you've tried it but I've found a noticeable improvement in sound with Lonesome Pine rosin
Yet another I haven't tried yet! Isn't it amazing the difference it can make?
do you know where these cases are made?
Yes, they come from Poland.
@@vivaviolins8885 how long have you had your viola case? I am concerned about the longevity of the case itself.
@@andrewching8982 I've had it for 3 years. It doesn't go out and about much these days though.
@@vivaviolins8885 They are made in China
They make them for Violins as small as 1/4 Size but I wish they made them for Violins even smaller than that because it would save the headstock from wearing out.
Wittner also makes a Handy String Winder for these pegs which makes restringing a snap, that's another thing to keep in mind.
And the string winders are only £6 too!
@@vivaviolins8885 That's almost $7 so very well priced
Maybe I didn't hear correctly, sorry! 😊 Will this case accomodate my large 16.5/17 inch viola? Great review by the way
I'll check with my supplier and get back to you. I think it will but it's best to double check!
They do say up to 17" . Is your viola particularly wide in the top or bottom bouts? If not, it should fit OK. You have 14 days to return the case if it doesn't.
This really helped me I haven’t been with my teacher for a while so she normally tunes it
What apps do you recommend for tuning ?
Short of a damage/destruction test; your video is right up there as one of, if not the best, I've seen! Very nice and natural presentation, you're a natural talent on camera, thankyou for your efforts.
I totally don't get this tuning the viola thing. The only time, it plays right, is when the strings are as taute as possible.
You need to tune the A string first (thinnest string on the right as it faces you). Using an electronic tuner really helps. You need the frequency of A to be 440hz. Then tune the next string to the left to D, the one next to that to G and the thickest one on the left to a C. You might need to pop into a music shop or to a luthier if you get stuck. They will give you more advice.