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How Do I Know When to Change the Strings on My Violin/Viola/Cello?

Instrument Care & Maintenance / By Richard Thompson

How Do I Know When to Change the Strings on My Violin/Viola/Cello? When you make the decision to learn the violin, viola or cello you …

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Trumpet & Cornet Valves – How To Oil

Instrument Care & Maintenance, News / By Richard Thompson

A simple guide to oiling your cornet & trumpet valves…

How To Rosin Your Violin Bow

Instrument Care & Maintenance, News / By Richard Thompson

What is violin Rosin? Rosin is very important on the hair of the bow as it enables the hairs to go across the strings and …

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Acoustic Guitar Care & Maintenance

Instrument Care & Maintenance, News / By Richard Thompson

Caring for your acoustic or classical guitar is really very simple, but very important. It will protect the value of your investment, and ensure that …

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Flute Care & Maintenance

Instrument Care & Maintenance, News / By Richard Thompson

Looking After Your Flute is Important! Looking after your flute ensures a lifetime of playing and enjoyment. As with anything mechanical, keeping your flute clean …

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Looking after your violin or cello

Instrument Care & Maintenance, News / By Richard Thompson

Introduction - Day-to-day instrument care... Cleaning The effects of Humidity and temperature Strings and Tuning The Set-Up The Bridge Inspecting for Cracks The Pegs The …

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Saxophone Care & Maintenance

Instrument Care & Maintenance, Uncategorized / By Richard Thompson

Saxophone Care and Maintenance Taking good care and maintaining your saxophone will prolong the instruments’ lifetime and give greater enjoyment during the learning journey. An …

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