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Mon 2009-07-13 12:34
Senseless violins
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[identity profile] sunflowerinrain.livejournal.comMon 2009-07-13 18:41
I'm torn between "music, yesssss!" and concern about the possibility of damage. Having had my arms unexpectedly fail has made me very aware of what a dreadful thing it would be.

Violin is one of the most awkward instruments to play, involving a strange bending of things, but violinists seem to be able to carry on playing for decades so it can't be as bad as it looks. My pro violinist friends recommend Alexander technique. Maybe if you check that out when you return to playing, it would avert disaster?

Perhaps you could try viola da gamba instead?

I hope you find a way to play without damaging your wrist. Fiddle (or viol) and voice duets! :)
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