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For parents and new players, discovering a crack or an old repair on a violin, viola, cello, or bass can be alarming. It is natural to wonder whether the instrument is damaged beyond use, whether it is safe to play, or whether it is even worth fixing. The truth is... read more →

Choosing a violin, viola, cello, or bass can feel overwhelming, especially for new players and parents purchasing a first instrument. Instruments may look similar at a glance, yet feel and sound very different once they are played. One of the most common questions families ask is whether they should bring... read more →

When someone purchases a violin, viola, cello, or bass, it is easy to assume that everything needed to start playing comes with the instrument. In reality, orchestral string instruments are traditionally sold on their own. The instrument itself is only part of what a player needs to play comfortably, safely,... read more →

When someone begins shopping for a violin, it’s natural to focus on price and appearance first. Violins are beautiful objects, and many look impressive hanging on a wall or resting in a case. But appearance alone doesn’t tell you whether an instrument is well made, properly set up, or capable... read more →

When players and parents begin exploring orchestral string instruments, one of the most common points of confusion is the difference between student, intermediate, and professional instruments. These terms are used widely, but they’re not always explained clearly, and they don’t mean the same thing across every music store. At Von’s... read more →

When parents start shopping for their child’s first violin, viola, cello, or bass, one of the most common questions they ask is also one of the most reasonable: How do I know if this instrument is actually good enough for a beginner? Most parents don’t have a background in orchestral... read more →

When parents begin shopping for their child’s first violin, viola, cello, or bass, one of the most common questions they ask is whether they should buy new or used. On the surface, it sounds like a straightforward comparison, but in the world of orchestral string instruments, the question is often... read more →

When families start thinking about buying a first orchestral string instrument, the conversation often begins with price. What parents really want to know, though, is not just how much an instrument costs, but whether it is the right kind of instrument for a beginner. They want something that will stay... read more →

An instrument case is not just something to carry an instrument from one place to another. It is a critical piece of protection that shields a violin, viola, cello, or bass from impacts, pressure, and environmental changes that can cause serious damage. For students especially, cases play a major role... read more →