Pinky Vibrato Pro Tips

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3 жыл бұрын

This video gives you REALLY specific tips to improve your pinky vibrato, including exercises! If you like the information given here, come get more at: www.RedDesertViolin.com
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@yuhaozheng2242 3 жыл бұрын

OMG I'm an Erhu player just started to learn the violin and came across this video. And wow I saw an Erhu in your background!!

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

So cool! What a coincidence!!! I cannot play my Erhu. In fact, I really messed it up by detaching the bow.......WHAT IN THE WORLD WAS I THINKING????

@yuhaozheng2242 3 жыл бұрын

@@RedDesertViolin Haha, I almost tried rosining both sides of bow hair when I switched to violin.. They are so similar yet different, aren't they! xD

@michaelschwartz1519 Жыл бұрын

Great lesson! Breaks things down into such useful detail, with explanations on how it works. Thanks !

@rueda76541 3 жыл бұрын

You are so kind! Thankyou so much for your help. I am a fan 😍

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Laura. I appreciate your kind words!

@michaeltaylor7407 3 жыл бұрын

Fascinating video! Thanks Lora.

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

You bet, Michael.

@clintontitus2918 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks will be adding this exercise to my practises much appreciated

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work, Clinton. You are a leader in your musical community!

@ajaaquino4228 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I found your channel ma'am! Thank you so much! ❤

@RedDesertViolin Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you found me too! Nice to meet you. "see you" soon!

@karennorred7315 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, this is so helpful!

@RedDesertViolin Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@embeenjammin 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a violin teacher and I needed some new vibrato exercises. I found your whole video very helpful and interesting, especially your advice about letting the palm face inward more to angle the knuckles higher, instead of bringing the elbow in as I've always done! Thanks!

@RedDesertViolin 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I've used that concept on many private students and it really seems to reduce tension. I hope it helps your students!

@frankwang7284 3 жыл бұрын

谢谢您。My wonderful violin teacher

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Frank! Keep up the good work!

@francismeador8155 3 жыл бұрын

You are the best, Lora!

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Francis! I appreciate you!

@fingerhorn4 2 жыл бұрын

Very good, especially the tip about moving the hand for the 4th finger. Thank you.

@RedDesertViolin 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! Hope you are seeing results from it!

@nubiaontiveros3144 3 жыл бұрын

Muchas gracias, me ha sido de gran ayuda!

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

¡Muy feliz de ayudar!

@joefagan9335 2 жыл бұрын

👏👏 a truck load of great ideas there 😍

@RedDesertViolin 2 жыл бұрын

LOL, start with one, and go from there! Good luck!

@juandiegososa2602 3 жыл бұрын

Muy buenos consejos, muchas gracias

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome. I hope it helps!

@violineverywhere 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! This video really helped me better understand the shape that the hand should have for a great sounding vibrato. Thank you so much. Going to start practicing in the mirror more often.

@RedDesertViolin 2 жыл бұрын

Mirrors are MAGIC for practicing! Thanks for watching, Eden.

@SF-ru3lp Жыл бұрын

I purchased a 7/8 violin and it took slot of pressure off me and my small hand! Excellent exercises! Thank you very much! I will be practicing them!G Ire adult student

@loralynstaples5483 Жыл бұрын

This is good info! I'm glad to know that a 7/8 made a big difference for you. Isnt that amazing that such a small change makes such a huge difference! The human body is a sensitive machine!

@DivaDeb1234 3 жыл бұрын

Love it. Your pinky is amazing.

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Debbie. I need to brush up on it, honestly. But thank you.

@DivaDeb1234 3 жыл бұрын

@@RedDesertViolin Oh I can see how super strong it is . That comes with 100000000 hours of practice !! Mine is getting stronger . It is fun to feel it happen

@allytam9990 3 жыл бұрын

Merry Xmas! Thanks so much! I’m going to try it tonight! Just started Bach Concerto in Am. Struggling to sound nice with my pinky vibrato. Fast piece but long note. It’s exactly what I need now! :) Pls ignore below, for personal use only: Exercise 1 fast note - 8:00 Exercise 2 long note - 13:58

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

GREAT PIECE, difficult. I hope you got it all learned! Happy New Year! (a little late)

@susie28 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I was wondering how to improve intonation! Thanks for your help

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

Ling Ling, have you found my videos about "Tonalizations" of Suzuki's? I think it's called "Shortcut to Good Intonation". Start with that (learn to use "ringy notes") . In addition, play TONS of scales, combined with listening for ringy notes. You can also play scales with reference pitch drones. That is also VERY helpful to give your ears a "center pitch" around whatever key you are playing in.

@johnalexander301 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent vid. Thanks. Sometimes I will also use my third finger to assist.

@RedDesertViolin 2 жыл бұрын

Right on! That's a totally legit way to help your pinky.

@EudoraPrice 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Great Exercises!!! Im was an Adult beginner....my childhood dream of learning ..violin and was always a little afraid of 4th finger "Pinky" and go for open Teacher says Use 4th finger!!🤣😍 I was sad that I play 3 years and still dont have good Vibrato...it will be better now after these Exercises!

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

I am planning a great video that will help pinkies even more! Here's a secret: I almost QUIT as a child when I learned that I had to use my 4th finger. I threw a FIT....and told my mom (inbetween sobs) that might as well quit. So funny to think of that now!

@Takneeki 3 жыл бұрын

You're the best teacher. Your Tonalization and Vibrato videos on VSM channel made me your die hard fan. I like teachers who explain the reason; the science behind the same. I'm really honored I found you.

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Takneekie. I always need a "reason" behind all the rules. Thanks for the kind words. Glad I can be of help!

@holdenbarrett6621 2 жыл бұрын

I guess it is kind of off topic but does anybody know a good website to watch newly released movies online?

@thomasreyansh7991 2 жыл бұрын

@Holden Barrett i would suggest flixportal. Just search on google for it =)

@holdenbarrett6621 2 жыл бұрын

@Thomas Reyansh thank you, I went there and it seems like they got a lot of movies there :) I really appreciate it !

@thomasreyansh7991 2 жыл бұрын

@Holden Barrett No problem =)

@mozartschamp 3 жыл бұрын

I love your videos!! so helpful!

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Peter. I hope they are helpful!

@pianoladyforreal1026 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect lesson ma'am. Please, could you make a video on simple songs to start using vibrato. It will be great for us beginners. I have been practicing and have seen am developing vibrato. Would love to experiment it on simple tunes. Many thanks

@RedDesertViolin 2 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion! I'm going to email myself a reminder to do this. I agree, many people would find it helpful. Thanks!

@pianoladyforreal1026 2 жыл бұрын

@@RedDesertViolin God bless you. Love from London,UK

@jjocy6080 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks it is very helpful' i am still learning a violin ' i still struggle with my bowing and vibrato .

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help! Keep in mind, there are other priorities that come BEFORE vibrato, like good intonation, good tone production, bow control, and left hand posture, and general posture. Those should ALL be under control before tackling vibrato.

@triastawanyoman8982 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Very helpful for me with my weak pingky.

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

We all need to strengthen our pinkies! Keep up your good work!

@MollyTea55 3 жыл бұрын

Classical pianist coming in back door to fiddle-luv your ‘show’ I watch closely - your ‘tell’ amazing-so helpful-are best ‘ fiddlers classically trained??

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

You know....I used to think the best fiddlers were classically trained, but that was my own prejudice talking. Now, I believe anyone can become a great fiddler.....whether we are classical or just raised on fiddle our whole lives. It all comes down to practicing, and getting the right guidance. (and classical players really have to learn to hide their classical-ness)

@MollyTea55 3 жыл бұрын

@@RedDesertViolin Thanks for your reply-I’ve changed my thinking on that now...it’s encouraging to hear-thanks for all you do- retired now-👩‍🎨👍more time to follow you🎻🤗🕊🍀Molly

@emileguerin-sentenac7210 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your tips, I have a very short fourth finguer, will this limit my vibrato or is it possible to train it to get a wide virbato even with a not rounded fourt finger?

@RedDesertViolin Жыл бұрын

You absolutely can develop your pinky vibrato to perform well. On long notes, you can approach the string with a straight pinky, and not on the tip of the finger, but on the flat part of the pad. But for fast quick notes, you won't have that luxury. For those notes, you can position your arm and hand at such an angle and elevation that is advantageous for your short pinky. ROtating the elbow to the RIGHT has the effect of elevating your left hand ABOVE the fingerboard. Always avoid reaching your fingers up from BELOW the fingerboard. Instead, they should be above the fingerboard and effortlessly "drop" to the notes. (I know....there is nothing effortless about it....but that's the goal!)

@user-yishtabachshmo Жыл бұрын

If you change your finguer for a finger it will get even shorter!

@guadalupevasquez8092 Жыл бұрын

What type of violin shoulder rest are you using ?

@RedDesertViolin Жыл бұрын

On this video, I am using a Mach One Hook model, not the plastic version, I have the maple version. If you are seeking a better setup for yourself, check my playlist called, "Violin Posture, Ergonomics, and Injury". I discuss lots of options and review some equipment. But if it's a "hook" you are looking for, the best hook models out there are the Mach One and the Bon Musica.

@janicebarkan9662 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have a lesson on double stops?

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

I have a whole course on double stops, using the book "Melodious Double Stops" by Josephine Trott. But I do have a video on youtube that teaches the basic approach to double stops. AND.....drum roll....I have found a REALLY COOL and really easy double stops book....I would totally start with it. It's by Cassia Harvey.....just get Double Stops Book 1. GREAT way to start. Then get Book 2. (not sure if there is a Book 3) After you finish that, then you can tackle Trott Double Stops, or the Harvey Whistler Developing Double Stops. These are ALL great books....with the Trott being slightly on the difficult side...even Book 1. Good luck!

@petra3926 3 жыл бұрын

Great advices. Just one thing: I really get distracted when I see you holding the violin by it's pegs. 😬

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

LOL.....that's a habit I learned from Joseph Silverstein way back in high school....I thought he looked so cool doing it...and I just started doing it. I know he did it so he didn't heat up his strings, or sweat on them, which could make them out of tune before he played. (I suppose it would put them of tune if I accidentally turned the peg.....) Oh well. Glad you liked the video.

@deadmanswife3625 3 жыл бұрын

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@michelenascimento6560 3 жыл бұрын

😍😍😍

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

Wish I knew how to create emojis on KZfaq! (I need a lesson)

@cord260 3 жыл бұрын

I like your videos so much but always feeling lazy and unmotivated when I go to practice or play the violin because I don't have any plane to practice the violin and I have just 2 free hours daily. How can I do to lose that feeling?

@cord260 3 жыл бұрын

By the way, I followed you since more than 5 years 😐 and my hobe to be a good violinest specially I have good voice from my god.

@RedDesertViolin 3 жыл бұрын

Start a practice diary. Decide how much you can practice. Decide what you need to ACCOMPLISH each week. Try to get all your tasks completed each week. Just keep trying. But I find that when I WRITE THINGS DOWN....it really makes me ashamed of myself if I don't try my best.

@cord260 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks alot for your replies and your these words🌹❤️