Metronome, that nine-letter word that strikes fear (and slight annoyance) into the hearts of students everywhere. 

At one point or another, it has happened to all of us.  You work hard on your repertoire all week, putting in extra hours to perfect it, and then you go into your lesson, and everything falls apart.

Ah, practicing, that necessary yet often dreaded task that comes along with learning an instrument.

Purchasing a violin can be an exciting yet daunting experience. Don't let all the question marks overwhelm you.  Just keep a few key points in mind, relax, and enjoy the processes . . . after all, it's not every day that you get to buy a new violin!