December 1, 2020
The days are getting shorter, Christmas will be here before you know it, and you may even find yourself looking for coats and sweaters you haven’t worn since last year. Whether you live in sunny California, in one of America’s 50 coldest cities, or in a town where the weather’s somewhere “in between”, one thing […]
November 5, 2020
Do you need to finish your shopping in a hurry? Prefer to avoid the chaos of the malls after Thanksgiving? Whether you got invited to a Christmas party at the last minute or prefer to do your holiday shopping from the comfort of your own home, here are some easy, simple, and useful stocking stuffer […]
April 3, 2020
There comes a time in every musician’s life when you need an instrument upgrade. Here are some signs that it may be time for a string instrument upgrade.
March 19, 2020
Take-home instrument care kits help musicians of every age, interest, and musical background keep their instruments cleaned and in prime playing condition.
March 6, 2020
This year, our favorite musical gear combines value with quality, consistency, and precision. No matter what kind of music you play, investing in the best gear for 2020 will ensure that you play it well.
January 20, 2020
Like violins and violas, acoustic cellos come in different sizes to accommodate different players. Cellos are sized according to the length of the back of the instrument. Older teenagers and adults play full size, or 4/4, cellos. These are 30 inches in length or sometimes slightly longer depending on the manufacturer. Younger and/or shorter students will find […]
July 19, 2018
When your child first decides to take up a string instrument, there’s no guarantee that he or she will know exactly which one to try. The most famous orchestral string is the violin, but maybe your aspiring musician would prefer the deeper voice of the viola, or to play in even lower registers with the […]
March 8, 2018
Handcrafted from solid tonewoods and high-quality finishes, Strobel orchestral string instruments deliver impeccable quality at a great value. Each Strobel violin, viola, cello, and double bass has been built with incredible attention detail, which is why they’ve become a favorite of music teachers and students alike. Whether you’re a new musician or have been playing […]
September 12, 2017
Due to its small size, the violin is a fragile instrument that requires careful attention and proper maintenance to remain in peak playing condition. Those who skip cleanings or otherwise don’t maintain their violin can expect a degradation in sound and costly repairs down the line. Whether you’re brand new to the instrument or simply […]
August 29, 2017
The four main instruments in the string family are the violin, viola, cello, and the double bass. When it comes to the cello and the bass, they may look similar but are actually very different. From size and tuning to the sound produced and how they’re played, we’ll go through the main differences between the […]
