virbrato?

[lilangel]

I've been practicing virbrato for a while now. I can't seem to figure it out. Should my fingures be stiff? Please give me some tips; it would help me alot.

My teachers are trying to give tips constantly to help us understand better.

Should my entire arm be moving, or just my hand?

[Violinchick]

The vibrato subject has come up many times. Here is a link to the numerous threads regarding the subject.

http://fingerboard.maestronet.com/cgi-bin/search.cgi

Do you take private lessons? It sounds like you have multiple teachers...anyways. Before you go to the link, I will briefly address your questions.

Whenever playing the violin, always stay relaxed, that is the most important advice I can give about anything to do w/ violin playing. Regarding the vibrato, you should be able to vibrate w/ the finger only, wrist only, arm only, and a combination of all three somewhat (the latter two are used the most however). Vibrating in all different speeds is also important.

Seeing someone demostrate vibrato helps. My best advice is to try out all kinds of movements for vibrato. Listen carefully, that will help you find the vibrato that suits you best.

Good luck

Diana

PS. Once you get the hang of it, vibrate constantly. Continuous vibrato is something not many violinists actually master (same thing goes for bowing straight).

[This message has been edited by Violinchick (edited 12-23-2001).]

[lilangel]

Thanx alot! that helped me. I did take private lessons. I'm starting bac w/ her after winter break. And I also have to orchestra teachers. Thank you so much for your adivice!