Lovely lesson, thanks a lot. One question for you is, when you do the scooping motion, how to be sure you don't allow any tension to creep into the right forearm? Thanks again.
Thank you. Sometimes tension can originate in the wrist and spread upwards. So it is worth checking that the wrist stays loose. A useful exercise is making the same movement as though bouncing a ball (without the violin), then slowing it down and turning it into a scooping motion. It is important to ensure one is using the natural weight of the upper arm, to avoid any pressing or downward pushing in the forearm. One can also just play the main melodic notes (every first note of three), detache and smoothly, then all up bows, in each instance focusing on keeping a relaxed wrist and forearm.
This video helps me a lot learning this piece. Thank you so much!
Thank you for your kind comment! I am glad you find it useful.
The video slow down action is invaluable for this . The presenter`s voice is much better to listen to . He makes a great teacher just for that .
Thank you. I am glad you find it useful.
Thank you - Your video is very helpful. Best 2 minutes lesson I've ever had !!
Thank you. I'm glad you find it useful!
Lovely lesson, thanks a lot. One question for you is, when you do the scooping motion, how to be sure you don't allow any tension to creep into the right forearm? Thanks again.
Thank you. Sometimes tension can originate in the wrist and spread upwards. So it is worth checking that the wrist stays loose. A useful exercise is making the same movement as though bouncing a ball (without the violin), then slowing it down and turning it into a scooping motion.
It is important to ensure one is using the natural weight of the upper arm, to avoid any pressing or downward pushing in the forearm.
One can also just play the main melodic notes (every first note of three), detache and smoothly, then all up bows, in each instance focusing on keeping a relaxed wrist and forearm.