Tips for String Crossing on the Violin

This article will show you how to find which string you are playing on and how to change strings on the violin.

• Treat the bow like a SeeSaw
• When crossing strings, use small movements where you move your elbow.
  – Make sure you do not only use your wrist or upper arm
  – try to keep shoulder still
• A good exercise to do to practice string crossing:
  – Get a family member to say a letter (G D A E) and you move to the corresponding string

For a visual demonstration check out our youtube channel, along with plenty of other tutorials!