Violin Intonation--a Simple Approach

http:www.RedDesertViolin.com : Instructional video describes a simple way of using sympathetic vibration to drastically and easily improve intonation on violin and stringed instruments. Helpful for beginners and advanced players.

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[amoradif]

Thank you so much. I can believe how much my intonation improved after I saw this video.

[RedDesertViolin]

@amoradif 

[RedDesertViolin]

@amoradif YES! I'm glad you found it as helpful as I did!

[dududevynidu]

Yes, intonation is very important. I would say, intonation is not only one of the top priorities for the beginner, but for every violinist. By the way, I found the most helpful exercise is playing double stops in VERY slow tempo (1 bow stroke = at least 10-12 seconds) and trying to play as much as possible perfectly in tune (seeking for overtones). Also, this exercise must be played with quiet, even sound (mezzopiano, mp). Check S. Korguev's (assistent of L. Auer) book "Exercises in double stops

[RedDesertViolin]

@dududevynidu Yes, double stops are very revealing! But your bow technique has to be perfect, or it destroys the overtones, and disrupts the vibrations we are listening for! I practiced for hours this way, but never really knew what I was listening for! I wouldn't recommend this approach for a beginner, would you?

[dududevynidu]

@RedDesertViolin

It's for advanced players.

[RedDesertViolin]

@dududevynidu In that case, we agree 100%. I have not seen Korguev's Exercises in Double Stops...they sound FABULOUS!

[djavaresk]

thank you for the advice but just wondering if this method can be applied to viola

[RedDesertViolin]

Although, I've noticed with this new guitarist I've been playing with lately, I sound HORRIBLY out of tune, and I assumed it was his use of a capo. Maybe I'll ask him if he uses tempered tuning.

[RedDesertViolin]

Hey John

Excellent question. That is one issue with using ONLY this approach, which is why this approach is a STARTING POINT for good intonation. I do not use any tempered tuning unless I am playing with a piano, at which point, I tune my G string just a little sharp. I've mainly played in Orchestras and string ensembles, where tempered tuning is not used. So, I tune to A440, and perfect 5ths all around.