There are various things to consider when you play an instrument. Part of the process is making sure you know how to play the instrument and that you get the best from it. Another important aspect is making sure that you feel physically comfortable while you are playing an instrument. This is especially important while you are playing a violin. If you want to play your violin comfortably it is recommended that you use a rest. There are various types of violin chinrest styles and it is worth considering what is best suited to your needs.
You may wonder why a rest is important. Indeed some musicians do not like to use a rest because they consider that this creates a distance between themselves and the instrument. Therefore they suffer discomfort because they feel that this physicality adds to the performance while they are playing. There is also an argument that many of the greatest musicians did not use chinrests and feel that the sound is maximised without the use of them.
Other people create their own homemade rests. In some cases they may use sponges tied with rubber bands or bits of wood. The advantage of this is that you can adjust the material to suit you exactly. The disadvantage is that if you are not confident of your DIY skills you could end up making something that is not suitable.
A lot of the time people may say that they already have a rest because it came with their instrument when they purchased it. The problem with this type is that inevitably it is not designed specifically for the person who purchased it. Therefore it is inevitably not as comfortable as one specifically designed for someone playing their instrument.
Indeed a lot of musicians create their own rests. Some may use sponges tied up with rubber bands in order to provide a soft cushion for their chin while playing. Others prefer to use a block of wood. However this kind of DIY rest is probably best left to experienced musicians who have played long enough to know how to make something suitable for their playing style.
Some musicians create their own rests. They use sponges or blocks of wood to place under their chin. This is good for musicians who are experienced enough to know where to place the makeshift rest in order to feel comfortable. If you are just starting to play or are not as confident with your DIY abilities it is better to purchase your own.
Another variety is the Flesch. This has a cup placed over the centre of the tailpiece. It is best to experiment with a number of different types. With over 50 styles available you should try a number of them in order to decide which one is most comfortable for you.
You can find a variety of different chinrests by looking online. As well as finding rests you can also find professionals that can cut and resize them in order to fit your chin and jawline. This will make it easier and more comfortable for you while playing. It is also worth looking online for demonstration videos and tips to show you how to position your rest to make sure that you are as comfortable as possible while playing your instrument.
You may wonder why a rest is important. Indeed some musicians do not like to use a rest because they consider that this creates a distance between themselves and the instrument. Therefore they suffer discomfort because they feel that this physicality adds to the performance while they are playing. There is also an argument that many of the greatest musicians did not use chinrests and feel that the sound is maximised without the use of them.
Other people create their own homemade rests. In some cases they may use sponges tied with rubber bands or bits of wood. The advantage of this is that you can adjust the material to suit you exactly. The disadvantage is that if you are not confident of your DIY skills you could end up making something that is not suitable.
A lot of the time people may say that they already have a rest because it came with their instrument when they purchased it. The problem with this type is that inevitably it is not designed specifically for the person who purchased it. Therefore it is inevitably not as comfortable as one specifically designed for someone playing their instrument.
Indeed a lot of musicians create their own rests. Some may use sponges tied up with rubber bands in order to provide a soft cushion for their chin while playing. Others prefer to use a block of wood. However this kind of DIY rest is probably best left to experienced musicians who have played long enough to know how to make something suitable for their playing style.
Some musicians create their own rests. They use sponges or blocks of wood to place under their chin. This is good for musicians who are experienced enough to know where to place the makeshift rest in order to feel comfortable. If you are just starting to play or are not as confident with your DIY abilities it is better to purchase your own.
Another variety is the Flesch. This has a cup placed over the centre of the tailpiece. It is best to experiment with a number of different types. With over 50 styles available you should try a number of them in order to decide which one is most comfortable for you.
You can find a variety of different chinrests by looking online. As well as finding rests you can also find professionals that can cut and resize them in order to fit your chin and jawline. This will make it easier and more comfortable for you while playing. It is also worth looking online for demonstration videos and tips to show you how to position your rest to make sure that you are as comfortable as possible while playing your instrument.
