Leclair Violin Sonata in D, 3rd movement, "Tambourine"

[ljosua]

is that your son? he will be great. but the right hand is quite stiff, and the little finger seems not right, which leads to this pressed sound

[ljosua]

@ljosua so to say, the right arm is just like the bridge between the contact point on the string and yourself, and this bridge should always be relaxed and free.. what do you think? and what you do is not really holding the bow, but just to "lead" the bow.. just like my prof always says "relax your thumb!" :D

[LeungKinFung]

@ljosua

Thank you for your valuable and constructive comments. Indeed, he still has lot to learn.

[8841572]

@ljosua It seems as if he's using a full-size violin. A lot of younger students use smaller "1/4" or "1/2" or "3/4" sized violins, at least here in the USA. From a physical perspective, it may be difficult to maintain leverage on the bow arm and the hand seems more "stiff" as you say. It is not really a problem, as it will usually disappears. Nevertheless, this young performer displays talent well above those of his age. He's fortunate to have a father who is also a great musician, as well.