Violin Lessons: Class 10 - Song Sequence 2

After you get the hang of the simple song sequence in the previous lesson, its time to increase the speed or tempo of the song.

As you increase your playing speed of the song, your need to shorten the ‘length’ of each note. For example if you glide 4 inches of your bow over the string to play one note, shorten it by gliding only 2 inches of the bow over the string. This shortened glide will allow you to play faster.

Gradually increase the playing speed of the song sequence. This improves your precision and accuracy over the fingerboard. As your increase the tempo, don’t get carried away and start moving your wrist/elbow too much. Remember to lock the angle of your arm.