Tag Archives: Viola

Music May Not Be the Universal Language We Thought…

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Wesley Dyring

Often we hear the thought expressed that music is a universal language. While it is true that music in some form exists universally, different cultures can have very different perceptions of what music is and its role in life. I … Continue reading →

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The Relationship of Archery to String Playing

Posted on September 20, 2014 by Wesley Dyring

For many years, I have used archery as a powerful and useful image in my violin and viola teaching. String playing and archery have a surprising amount in common, starting with the use of the bow. The violin bow functions … Continue reading →

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