extra gear that helps

To get started with the fiddle, you’re supplies are limited to just a few beginner must-haves. Besides your violin and bow, you’ll need to get a few little extras to make the whole process of learning a new animal easier on you. I suggest an electronic tuner, fine rosin, an old handkerchief for wiping your strings and fiddle with when the rosin cakes on (can hurt the stain), and fine tuners if you’re instrument didn’t come with them. These four things are inexpensive and can make a world of a difference in how fast and easy your training will be. You can order a tuner for fewer than twenty dollars and a decent rosin cake can wage about ten. If you need help finding a place to obtain them, email me for suggestions or hunt on ebay. You can get a great used tuner, spare bows, rosin and more on there for a steal.