Did you guess which clip was the one where I played a higher quality violin? Answer below! at 3:39! ^_^ (I mis-typed it at the end of the video, so I blurred the time-stamp)

@aysesahin6953

3 жыл бұрын

month 7

@adrianatoor

3 жыл бұрын

week 4

@wintersprite

3 жыл бұрын

I guessed Month 7 because the side of the violin looked different.

@h...........................

3 жыл бұрын

oh hello! if you want an advice,just be as confident as possible, I see you are quite talented,so you need to exercise more,try to do whole bow movements,to cross strings, back to the basics basically,and you will see the improvement quite fast,byeee greetings from Italy :)

@lizziemomoua

3 жыл бұрын

Good change to which brand of violin do you change? Thanks for the video 💝💖💝💖

I've been playing violin for eleven years now, and I just felt like telling you - the skill level you reached in 5 months took me two years to get to. You are doing *great* and I hope you never stop believing in yourself.

@lyzz8380

3 жыл бұрын

@Christopher Lew look who’s with her

@eshasrikantha4416

3 жыл бұрын

@@lyzz8380 oh my god 🙄

@ericpierce7901

3 жыл бұрын

@yethefoetus7270

3 жыл бұрын

@@eshasrikantha4416 dang dang dingity dang dang

@gmgm1023

3 жыл бұрын

Same

As a musician, I can tell you that even though you may feel like you're stagnant in your ability, as long as you're practicing consistently, you're getting better. Your brain is making different connections every time you practice. Some days, it will be like, "woah, where did this come from?" Most days are a fun* challenge, though. 🙂 Happy practicing! Let me know if I can help 👍🏽

@cassiecasper8560

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Yeah, I've had a couple days like that, they're fun even if infrequent haha

@vedanshvedansh844

3 жыл бұрын

I am a beginner Violin player. 5 months and continuing. Your words have inspired me to practice even more consistently even if it doesnt seem like making any visible progress..🤗🤗🤗

@mortezaashoury1624

3 жыл бұрын

Could you guide me?

@monicamc5920

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck for your learning process. Nice video! I have been on that road since I was 16-17 years old and I am now 34, with the exception that I had already some musical background. I never stopped playing and my time of pratice increased as I got more motivated. A different teacher and a better sound quality violin helped a lot. I can say that I only noticed a greater progress many years after I started playing. My learning process was markedly by steps. Although I see many adult students progressing a lot in the first 2 years that did not happen with me. During the first years, I used to make a harsh sound on the violin. It seems like you are a way forward. Impressive!

@xaladrez7811

3 жыл бұрын

wow your words were so inspiring ♥♥

I hope you understand the value of this video. I'm 65 and just starting to learn to play the Viola. You give me hope, thank you.

@user-jq8lz1my3c

3 ай бұрын

i am 62 an been at it for a year.. yes us old guys can learn stuff.

@gypsy0032

2 ай бұрын

@@user-jq8lz1my3c I'm 55 and really wanting to learn something. I've always loved the violin.

“I know it’s not easy to watch” - it was the easiest and most enjoyable thing to watch bc it showed you doing something you’re passionate about and really growing as a musician. I’m just starting out on the violin and seeing the progress you made is really inspiring! Keep working towards your goals - you’ve done a super amazing job so far :)

My dear...I was a professional violinist… I must tell you the progress you’ve made in one year it’s more like a student who has played for four years. You have a special talent that should be nurtured...At the rate you learn you should be able to play in a community orchestra in about four years if you stick with it. In fact in about two years you should be ready to join a community orchestra that has no audition requirement… Bravo! Good job...

@Marco78578

2 жыл бұрын

What student are you talking about I’m on my 4th year and am much better are you referring to adult learners or like public school orchestra students? Because anyone who takes it seriously can improve at her rate

@sandraleete4682

2 жыл бұрын

@@Marco78578 Glad you are making progress…good job. Unfortunately, I have had many students who just do not have a chance at playing at higher levels… No matter how hard they practice, no matter how much mom wants them to play the violin. I had a friend with a tin ear who struggled for 20 years. I don’t have to tell you that just holding the violin properly is a big accomplishment.

@wannabehuman

2 жыл бұрын

This comment gives me a lot of hope. I know it’s not about me, obviously. But I’m 23 and everyone keeps telling me it’s too late to start playing violin if I want to be good at it, including a professional musician. Hearing a professional tell another adult that they can become good at the violin is really nice. So thank you.

@guitarplayer1994

2 жыл бұрын

@@Marco78578 It's true though. I'm a guitar teacher and only 1/10 students actually is good ...

@dnews9519

Жыл бұрын

I must be an absolute virtuoso then because I was playing at this level in about 3 months.

This is so awesome!! Keep going, Eddie and Brett are very proud I'm sure 😉

@justanotherflute1632

3 жыл бұрын

*Eddy 🙂

@raph9486

3 жыл бұрын

@@justanotherflute1632 Oops sorry the French in me popped up 😅😆

@justanotherflute1632

3 жыл бұрын

@@raph9486 haha it's okay, they have joked before that people misspell their names 😁

@yc9458

3 жыл бұрын

2 set violin 🎻!!!!

@primberry_3300

3 жыл бұрын

Ling ling is proud

I'm 35 and I've just started learning the violin myself, this is very encouraging to me.

I began playing the violin two months after my 62nd birthday. I am now 67. I played brass instruments from the age of 8 and studied music at degree level, so although I was a violin 'beginner' I had a big headstart over an absolute beginner - being able to read music notation and knowing how key signatures and scales work removed many complications from the typical beginner's equation. Also, by the time I got to 62 I'd heard quite a lot of music, so I had a clear idea of what I was trying to achieve; it's pointless studying the details before you have grasped the overall concept. I was not surprised to discover that playing a violin with good intonation is really difficult - and I mean really difficult - at least, it is for me. Firstly, although I consider myself musically sensitive, I am often a bit slow to determine whether a pitch is slightly sharp or slightly flat. This is a major handicap for a violinist, but wouldn't necessarily be an impediment to an accordionist, percussionist, or a guitarist etc. I use an electronic tuner to check my intonation. One sometimes hear people arguing that using a tuner stops you from relying on your ear - but I would argue that using a tuner helps one to train one's ear so that your ear becomes moe reliable. I also use a metronome; the same logic applies. I wasted many hundreds of hours in the early stages of my violin project by pressing too hard onto the fingerboard. (I even managed to give myself tendonitis in my left-hand first finger.) I got duff advice about 'pressing firmly' from a KZread lesson, and only began to correct this mistake after watching a clip of Yehudi Menuhin teaching at his school in Surrey. "Don't press harder than necessary with your left hand fingers," is one piece of advice that I wish I'd had from the outset. Of course, with all instrumental playing, unnecessary tension is to be avoided. BTW I don't have a teacher, other than myself, of course. I can't afford a teacher I would actually trust. The majority of instrumental teachers are a bit useless IMHO. I was one myself (in four countries) so I consider myself qualified to be scathing. I practise every day, usually twice - morning and evening. Most people, of whatever age, who take instrumental lessons 'give up' at some point. It takes either monumental amounts of perseverance and patience, or an extraordinary amount of natural flair, to learn to play any instrument well. One needs to have confidence in the learning process, one needs patience with oneself - and one needs self-discipline and dogged determination when the more lofty motivation and self-actualisation flags. I sometimes find it hard to get started on my daily practise sessions, but once I get going it always proves to be worthwhile. Above all, one must think positively. Negative thinking is the killer. Every time I pick up my violin I try to play better than I've ever played before. Of course, progress is not made in straight lines, but if we practise intelligently and think positively the general trend will be upwards.

@melizmatea

Ай бұрын

Thank you for that! I am 61 and just started, so that was very helpful to me!

@andyhurrell

29 күн бұрын

​@@melizmatea I am still working on the fundamentals, even after six years! My fourth finger needs remedial work, because when I started I found it impossible to play anywhere near in tune with the fourth finger, so I took the soft-option of playing on the open string. This, I now think, was a short-sighted, short-termist strategy - a mistake, which, quite possibly, a half-decent teacher would have not allowed me to adopt. I still play only in first position. I focus on playing in-time, in-tune, keeping the bow on the sweet spot, keeping the bow at right angles to the strings, making smooth/artistic bow changes and using both ends of the bow. I am trying to speed up my vibrato (which is still rather pedestrian and wobbly) and play beautifully-shaped, singing phrases. I play only in keys up to three sharps and two flats. I find chromatic passages nigh-on impossible. I could possibly get-by playing with local amateurs at the back of the seconds in the easiest of orchestral repertoire, but I suspect it would lead me into bad habits, so I've never attempted it. I would rather be able to move listeners than impress them, so, on the principal that it's relatively easy to scrape out a cheerful, foot-tappy, up-tempo tune I have set myself the task of becoming good enough to bring a tear-to-the-eye as I play a slow, expressive melody at my own funeral.

12 years ago, at 45 years old, I started learning the violin. I will tell you that there is a very steep hill to climb for the first few years, but the good news is, it only gets harder lol! ....but it does get more and more enjoyable... so it is well worth all the effort. It is like having a good friend for life. Stick with it...play every day, and keep your instrument out where it is always staring at you and yelling "play me!" I think you have made fantastic progress in your first year!

@Eminentscholars

3 жыл бұрын

I'm 26 now and felt I was too old to concentrate on it, and thanks for inspiring me to grab this instrument.

@ralphbenitz6361

3 жыл бұрын

@@Eminentscholars Never EVER let your age stop you from anything. I went back to school when I was 57 and finally earned my doctorate. Soon I ll be 69 and I just started the violin just 3 weeks ago. Im trying to learn the solo for Dust in the Wind but truthfully the way it sounds NOW its more like Rust in the Wind but I know it will get better. And just to underscore my statement, how many of you guys out there think I should quit?

@Eminentscholars

3 жыл бұрын

@@ralphbenitz6361 I just bow in reverence to you sir, you might have seen a lot of life and had lived through many stories life offered, I'm really glad to hear a text from, such a great soul like you sir. Keep inspiring us sir! From India 🇮🇳

@ralphbenitz6361

3 жыл бұрын

@@Eminentscholars sure....for a mere $2 per month.....lol...thx for the honors

@chemicallystimulated476

3 жыл бұрын

Now that I call a cheerful motivations thanks

And here i am with no confidence and no teacher trying to learn online

@baguette9758

3 жыл бұрын

Same, never give up!

@catmeowkittycat

3 жыл бұрын

determination is the key to success, keep at it and you will see progress every day/month/year

@nunyebizniz

3 жыл бұрын

Me too! It’s sooooo hard for me

@spyboishumai5454

3 жыл бұрын

I snapped almost all my strings trying to tune mine take caution

@Commiefornia

3 жыл бұрын

I played violin from 11 years old to 18 years old. From 11 to 13 I had a really good teacher. Then, due to arthritis she had to retire and my learning and playing went down hill. :-( Back then there was no internet or DVDs. I've taken up guitar since (self-taught by watching videos online and DVDs), both with pick and finger-style and I can honestly say guitar is way easier, even finger-style. There are so many things to learn on a violin and you need a good teacher. But keep practicing and learning on your own till you find a good teacher, either in person or online. Wishing you the best!

I am 18 years old now, and decide to start my violin journey in September, when I went to college. For me, everything is in uncertainty, including money, time, instrument,and lessons. The video encouraged me a lot. Thank you ❤️

@dhritichoudhary

10 ай бұрын

that is exactly me! i started my journey at 18 too (I'm 19 now, seven months in) and this video gives me a lot of hope as an adult beginner.

@bblossom7350

9 ай бұрын

Omg I know this comment is a year old but your literally me right now in September at 18 😅 Are you still playing now?

@zhong6265

8 ай бұрын

@@bblossom7350 I'm still learning. I feel that learning violin was the best decision during my college years, even though the music doesn't sound "perfect," haha. Wishing you a joyful journey in learning instruments.✨

You go, kiddo! I got my first fiddle when I retired at 65 (last week of October, 2018). I never had the opportunity as a child because I was deemed "too old". At the time they wouldn't take you on as a student unless you were ideally aged 5 or so. I was 12. The world of being a violin student has changed for the better, in my opinion. There's a woman, late starter, who got into a symphony orchestra at age 72, so there's hope for all of us!

@bellat4076

Жыл бұрын

Is that true? To be honest I started late too and just to chase a childhood dream. But if your comment is true, maybe our dream actually can come true?

Seriously thanks for this video. I am fed up of seeing progress video where people do vibrato and shifts within 2 weeks and 1 month. This video is really honest and having just started violin myself (meaning I am in an extreme frustration period) this has been inspiring and has motivated me to stick with it. Thanks ❤️

@cassiecasper8560

3 жыл бұрын

I felt the same! I decided early on I wouldn't do that, because I wanted to learn properly rather than try to force myself to do more advanced things than I was ready for (even though I wished I could!) Keep practicing! We'll improve with time and consistency :)

@jub8891

3 жыл бұрын

haha i can totally relate to that. some people do it for views im afraid

@annaf2828

3 жыл бұрын

If it makes you feel any better, I took me 2 years to do vibrato, and 1 1/2 to shift properly. Partly because I started when I was 10 and partly because I was a very slow learner 😂

@xaladrez7811

3 жыл бұрын

It is possible to do Vibrato in such a short period. It depends on the person's skill level and other stuff. I learned vibrato within one month of learning the violin (without skipping any day) and i was desperate to learn vibrato cuz it makes my out of tune stuff sound better when playing infrot of ppl. The way i learnt it in such a short period is by analysing the movement and technical side of it. From the tip of the finger upto the the shoulder to make sure i'm doing the right thing. First few days i almost gave up cuz my finger wouldn't listen to me but suddenly one day i tried it and it worked like a miracle. Well it's not actually a miracle cuz what happened was my body learnt it and built the neccessary things for me to do it and i did it. It's specially very easy for Adult beginner's cuz we understand things better than a little kid.

@annaf2828

3 жыл бұрын

@@xaladrez7811 it’s still better to be able to play correctly in tune before you add on vibrato, idk if you have a lessons teacher, but in my lessons I always had to practice vibrato with a tuner and metronome so I only waved my intonation a certain amount and at certain intervals. It takes incredible precision to be able to do the correct amount of vibrato.

I love these kinds of videos. In an age where everyone seeks instant gratification, the violin still demands patience, time and persistence. The reward for all that is one of the most beautiful sounds there is. Hope to see you again in a year!

I’m starting today! Me and my 4 year old daughter are learning together! You’re an inspiration :) looking forward to seeing your updates

I'm a violin teacher, and you made great progress for a year's worth of learning! Keep it up! I totally think you can start learning vibrato.

@pianotiles4472

3 жыл бұрын

i’m 12, can i still learn to play?

@jeremylynch5182

3 жыл бұрын

@@pianotiles4472 of course you can!!!!

I started at 50 years old!!! But its been 10 yrs now & wow what a difference. In my first recital, I was the oldest solo player....Got half way through Amazing Grace & said: "OOOps, I have to start over". Thought my teacher was gonna faint!!!!! Just wait till you are in public somewhere & someone says: "hey I know you...your that fiddle player!" Best compliment EVER

@TayNoTaisho

3 жыл бұрын

That’s incredible!

@Sarah-oj7bh

Жыл бұрын

That is just such a charming story! How's your playing now, 2 years later? I've just started a month ago.

I've only recently started with the Violin at 52. These vids give me inspiration that I will get there. Thank you for sharing

@zzt4187

2 жыл бұрын

Well done. I'm 51. Just started lesson 3months ago...

@toshal22

2 жыл бұрын

you can do it I am starting today.

That was great progress! I’ve been playing violin for 24 of my 28 years and I really respect people who give it a go (or learn any instrument!) at an older age. It really is very difficult, so always remember how far you’ve come and how much great exercise your brain is getting from practice, no matter how frustrated you are in the moment. You perseverance will continue to pay off. Hopefully playing the violin is something you can enjoy throughout your life!

@r.m.l.5487

2 жыл бұрын

I started today at 26 years old, the lesson was great and it went a lot better than I anticipated really looking forward to practicing everyday tbh, it felt good!!

I’m 24 and just started my violin journey! One of the biggest surprises to me was just how difficult the hand holds are! Never would’ve thought I’d be needing to do finger stretching exercises 🤣 good job! Thanks for being inspiring!

@littlechubby9611

Жыл бұрын

I’m 24 too and today is the day that I started my journey of playing violin 🥰🥰 First difficult thing is how can I tune my violin I have spent 3 hours to tune it but I still feel it doesn’t right 😭😭

@johnathanknight

11 ай бұрын

@@littlechubby9611 tunning is a part of practice. Tried a violin tuner app ? I'd say learn what G-D-A-E sounds like but use an app to help you play an in tune instrument so your ears will be trained to play intune. Then you'll be able to tune by ear without the app. But treat it like training wheels and it's hard to let go off until you take that leap. One year ago? you might be already there if you didn't miss a day.

@volumevolume829

10 ай бұрын

​@@johnathanknight plz, music name 6:14

The fact that you were able to play with others and in front of people so early on your journey is an accomplishment in itself. Bravo and keep at it.

It is so cool to stumble upon a reminder that I am not the only 30+ adult who whas decided that part of the joys of the adulthood is ability to just go for those childhood dreams. All the best wishes from another "I always wanted to play violin so that's what I will be doing now". :)

@hannahb2383

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, you spoke my mind (though I'm in my 20s lol), but I'm realizing that there really are so many "childhood dreams" that I can achieve if I only choose to pursue them..... violin being one of them.

One of my childhood dreams is being good playing a musical instrument either piano, violin or a guitar. But never got the chance other than basics in elementary school 😂 and now 23 nearly 24 i thought it was too late for me, but you have done such a fantastic job I really want to give myself a chance thank you for sharing and good luck reaching all of your goals in life 😊

@antroporchia2295

6 ай бұрын

Let us know how you doin. I’m fresh 24 yo, I started to learn guitar months ago (actually beginning of September :D) and I’d like to start learning to play violin when I learn at least one song on guitar! But I know nothing about music theory so.. first things first..

I am 41, recently divorced, home alone. I picked up my first Violin today (wish I started years ago) and starting to learn the fundamentals (using bow, how to hold Violin etc). Loving it! You sound like you doing really well too!

@boudicca7181

Жыл бұрын

Wish you all the best.

Thank you for sharing this - I'm 57 and about 4 months in with a teacher, just about at end of Suzuki Book 1 - I'm about, maybe a bit behind you at that stage !!! - I find it very reassuring that I'm not alone :) - Thanks again

@cassiecasper8560

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome that you're learning! I'm glad you find my progress reassuring :) Keep it up! Things get more frustrating, BUT also so much more fun and exciting as you progress through the books ^_^

@519WildFire

2 жыл бұрын

Started lessons last week (at 25). I can play through the first variation of Twinkle Twinkle Little Star quite poorly. 😂 I hope I progress as quickly!

Yay for you!! I learned the violin for 4 years as an adult and gave up due to frustration but will definitely get back to it soon.

@cassiecasper8560

3 жыл бұрын

4 years! That's amazing! I do hope you'll pick it up again, maybe someday I can watch your progress video!? :D

@Poreckylife

3 жыл бұрын

What was frustrations from?

@vedanshvedansh844

3 жыл бұрын

You will give up again. Dont deceive yourself. Be useful elsewhere.

@giannismusic2694

3 жыл бұрын

@@vedanshvedansh844 what’s wrong with you

@brynion2117

3 жыл бұрын

@@giannismusic2694 someone who has given up on all their dreams and now just wants to drag other people down with them

You are doing SO well, i am very happy for you! I am in my 60's and have been thinking about learning to play the violin and after watching your progress, i definitely want to learn now! Thanks for the inspiration.

@SarahSmith-oz8vi

2 ай бұрын

You still learning?

When you played the last song for month five, I realized that was the song I played for the solo competition and I got forth place. It brought back old memories. I can't believe you got that in 5 months!

I'm over 63 .You're inspired my to start playing my violin again. Thanks.

Oh my GOSH! Such impressive progress!! I just started learning cello, but I have two music degrees so it’s kind of cheating lol - your boccherini at the end sounds SOGOOD! If I can offer one thing, maybe just consider REEEAAAAALLLLYYYY slowing down your tempos - there is nothing worse for muscle memory and intonation than just blasting through a piece faster than you can control the sound. It might feel silly at first, but I proooomise it makes a huge difference!

@olin2955

3 жыл бұрын

yes such a good advice!

@jasonwojcik

3 жыл бұрын

This is great advice for ANY instrument! To add to the comment: I've been playing guitar for quite a while and I started playing the piano. Higher quality output happens when you really slow down and do it as perfect as possible as slow as 45 BPM. It is far easier to fix learned mistakes this way. If you go too fast, you learn mistakes and bad habits along the way. THAT is hard to fix down the road. Remember, going slow allows you to build a solid foundation for your house. Otherwise, you are building a house of cards that will collapse at the slightest bump.

@ianm2317

3 жыл бұрын

This is sound advice, Scarborough Fair did my knappa in. Slowed down to the point it doesn't sound like anything like the music. Piece by piece (no pun intended) it comes together. Few days later my wife couldn't believe the difference (and she hates the violin) 👍. Martial arts you learn slow for correct form and speed, strength and dexterity comes in your bodies own time.

@artzy_daydreamer2786

2 жыл бұрын

@@jasonwojcik so true

@rene_bla_bla

Жыл бұрын

its not just music that works on. in kali its called "slow is smooth, smooth is fast"

Im 38 yo and just picked up the violin, for now self taught and it is inspiring to see your vid. Keep it up, I think you did awesome.

You have made wonderful progress. Think how many people wouldn't know to rosin the bow and make a sound. And you are playing beautifully for the time spent. I'm sure it has and will be a part of your life, all of your life. Please don't be at all discouraged.

ok girl this is actually SO good for just a year, please keep going! I know it can be so discouraging and frustrating at times but I promise it is incredibly rewarding the further you go:)

I'm so glad you documented the year and posted this--you improved so much, and I was kinda dancing around 06:10! Also, thank you for the titles noting where you were feeling frustrated; it felt like a gentle reminder that frustration can come even after a ton of progress, and it's okay

@cassiecasper8560

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad there was at least a small part that was fun to listen to! Haha It's so true. I think most people reach some point where they feel really frustrated. It is always nice to know that other people have gone through it too. Just gotta keep on keepin' on! ^_^

Your proficiency at month 4 would be where I would claim victory! WOW! I can't wait for your next video!

Your determination has given mine to get one used violin and going to learn to play on my own

You’re so talented! Your language skills will definitely help with violin. Language is music and music is language :) Keep practicing and watching TwoSet!

@cassiecasper8560

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I am finding how similar music is to language, It's so fun to learn new "vocabulary" in music, too :)

Hi there! Just saw your playing you’ve made amazing progress! I’m a professional violist but I teach violin since no one plays viola haha! If I could offer one bit of advice, I noticed that your left hand moves a lot when you are playing. I always try to explain that it’s important to make your fingers do the work! By constantly accommodating your fingers with your hand, you’re creating 2 motions (moving hand and placing finger) instead of 1 motion (placing finger). It’s important to find a hand position that can accommodate the placement of your first finger and pinky to really optimize the efficiency of your playing and it will feel a lot “easier” in the hand because it won’t be under so much stress! It’s also how people play super fast! If you look closely at super talented violinists playing really difficult pieces like Sibelius violin concerto, their hand really only moves to shift! Hope this helps! Keep up the great work :))

Im sixty two years old an I began at fifty years old with the violin. I think you learned a lot in a year- Congratulations, please go ahead.

You’ve made great progress! The first year is the hardest and actually I’m gonna go watch your most recent videos.

Thanks for sharing! I love it when adults share their progress, because I think it really encourages us to give it a go. A lot of people really worry about starting as an adult because it feels like we'll never get anywhere. At least, thats how i felt. And now I've been playing for 2 years, I'd never be without it. Keep it up, and definitely keep sharing! It helps more than you know.

Good for you Girl! I'm just now starting at 45 yrs old and you've given me hope!! You're progress is amazing after a year- congrats!

Incredible! Violin is one of the hardest instruments in the world. Its great to see that some people does not get afraid about it. Im proud of you

I’m 46 just start playing violin last 6 months before, your clip made me cheerful. 😊

I am 30 year old and just started the violin, this is inspiring for me! My teacher did say that in her opinion, it’s actually easier to learn as an adult as we tend to understand things a lot quicker.

Your progress is amazing! Keep it up! 🤗

As a professional violinist speaking: You're doing great! Keep up the practicing. A huge progression from week 1-now!

I am 63 years old and retired. I started violin 3-1/2 weeks ago. Before this time, I never even picked up a violin, never mind tried to play one. In the course I am following ('The Online Piano and Violin Teacher', aka Alison Sparrow), I am now learning how to use the first finger of my left hand. I had my first lesson from an in-person teacher last week, and they told me that I am making good progress. Your video inspires me to not give up. Thank you for having the courage to post it; I am not sure how good a judge I can be, but I believe you have made really good progress. Good luck on your continuing journey.

@thatonespaniard6509

Жыл бұрын

I'd love to listen to your music.

Violin is one of the most difficult instruments to play. You're pretty awesome.

I'm getting my very first Violin on Friday! I used to play piano but strings are new to me😬 My goal is to be able to play something nice on my brithday (30th March, so I'll have just over 2 months). I know I won't be great by then, but it'll motivate me to at least do my best and see how far I can get in such a short amount of time!! Your progress is great! Inspires me even more🥰

@igrowwearyofthisworld7369

2 жыл бұрын

Hey, how did it work out for you? What did you play for your birthday? =)

@heyjude1587

2 жыл бұрын

I think you will enjoy it tremendously. You will probably have good pitch and timing and be able to coordinate both hands well so GOOD LUCK (and practice practice practice!😂)

EXCELLENT progress on violin in one year for a complete beginner adult musician!

Congratulations on the progress you've made so far - inspirational! I started to play just over a year ago (Jan 2020) and I totally feel your frustration. You should be so proud of yourself for sticking with it through the tough times. Can't wait to see your next video this year! We're all rooting for you!

You did inspired me♥️ I'm 25 and I really felt like it's to old to start but no it's not Thank you

@cassiecasper8560

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely not too old to start! Just think, if you start now, by the time you're my age you could be a really proficient player!

@mrbluebird1213

3 жыл бұрын

im also 25 when i started and im on my 10th month(started march) now im on the 4th music in suzuki book 4 and purely self taught. violin does really need constant practice and motivation. i practice for up to 3-4 hrs a day 5 days a week

You are so beautiful-inside and out. You’re a testament to the old adage it’s never too late. Keep up the great work. 🌹

47 Years old and today is my first day with the violin. I really enjoyed watching this. Thank you!

In September will be a year I started violín,now in piece 7 of Suzuki book 2. Finally someone shows their real progress. I got very frustrated for a couple of weeks but after I was playing better; those moments are very important during learning. . Keep going, your're doing great, bravo 👏👏👏

you should be so proud!! this was incredible to watch. feeling very inspired as i start up violin again this week! keep up the amazing work, i can't wait to see your future progress :-)

That’s amazing! A year! You should be very proud of yourself!! X

I am a Suzuki teacher and can I just say that you should be SO proud of yourself!!!! The progress you made in such a short time period is really incredible, keep it up!! :)

You're an inspiration for me Cassie Casper, I'm an African, from Eastern Nigeria precisely. I've always wanted to play a violin 🎻 but circumstances hindered me. But since the middle of this year and especially this month, my violin dreams came back. I'm starting to get enough fund for purchasing my violin 🎻 and paying for a teacher. It isn't going to be easy for me Cassie but I think my life needs it. I'm ready now. God bless you for this encouraging and glorious video. ❤️

I am a professional violinist. You are obviously learning Suzuki book 1 pieces. You made huge progress, and I applaud your teacher. He or she set you up properly and without proper set up you wouldn’t be able to play as well as you do . Your teacher is amazing!

As a fellow adult beginning student (just finishing year 2) I saw hang in there! You will see progress, then plateaus, then more progress... It’s just a cycle that the brain needs to go through as part of the learning process. Great video, keep it up!!

This is so inspiring! I'm 28 and started learning violin about 4 months ago, I absolutely love it but the frustration is real when you feel like you're not progressing fast enough. Thank you for being an inspiration to adult beginners!

It is so nice to see your progress and what joy this instrument brings to your life. Have fun and keep it up!

It's brilliant to see your progress. A am 73 and started to play violin in April 2020. I had no musical background either and play everything by ear but also try reading a bit of music . I use both a low cost Acoustic violin and a good Yamaha electric. I did start recording my progress but regret wiping quite a bit but will now record in earnest. I felt over confident so took my tapes off recently but ended up putting the low three back. Strangely I never look at where my fingers are going and the intonation isn't too bad so I guess I could remove the tapes. It's great to see that we all go through much the same learning process. I do think that most players are hindered by being worried about making too.much noise and mutes seem to ruin the sound so adjustable volume electrics are really good but they don't sound the same. Keep at it ...!

What an inspiration. Thank you for this video. You’re doing fantastically great

Congratulations! Hope u are still practicing and making progress! Sending you all my positive energy! Have been playing for 6 years and this stuff is not easy! It will all be so worth it in the long ride! Stay strong❤️

Your sound is same to as hermoine' s voice... and now this progress gave me an inspiration to learn.. I m a beginner, mainly a bow practioner.. 🤣 this made me to fly beyond what i expect. Thnkzzz..

same sentiments in the description as well. i always wanted to learn an instrument when i was young, but my mom couldn't afford one back then, now that i have my first violin (although a bad violin), i'm still kinda down bc i don't know if i'm gonna have time for learning and practice due to work. then i thought, "how am i going to keep up with them, this seems impossible, they started when they're so young, i have zero knowledge and no background on music" and so on then i also remembered, of course you'll suck at it first, but when you remember the reason why you're practicing (for me: to create and recreate music), this nugget of childlike wonder will help you get better at it. this video is really important to me, it made me realize it's never too late. thanks for sharing your journey. thank you. keep practicing!

@cassiecasper8560

3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad my journey is helpful to you! It is so worth it to learn because despite the frustrations, each time you hit that next tiny little goal, be it hitting one note in tune more consistently, or finally memorizing a simple piece, ect. it feels so empowering! It is never ever too late! Best of luck to you in your own journey :)

As a violist starting in 4th grade, you’ve made so much progress. I didnt even start vibrato in the year I was in. Congrats on your progress and I hope you continue to progress!

You came so far in a year! You have given me inspiration. Thank you! 💖

Im 32 and i wanted to pick up my violin again. I played when i was in middle school for two years, but was an awful student (never practiced, and hated going to lessons)... i could kick myself for not sticking to it. I used to be so musical, but i can't even read music anymore. I just restrung my violin and went looking for beginner violin videos and came across yours. You're an inspiration. Im so impressed how far you came in just a year! that's awesome! Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing your journey.

This is so beautiful and inspiring. I've been dreaming of learning violin since I was a young teen, never had a chance to try but I still hope I can make it one day

Thank you for posting this video. it was really inspiring to see a fellow adult beginner :)

I am really impressed. The fact that you are able to read your own reactions and feelings is awesome. You get stuck and you press on, you get frustrated and you press on, you fail and you press on. You have my respect for not giving in to the negative feelings. I think if you keep on you will be an awesome violinist some day. Thanks for sharing your journey.

This was wonderful to watch! Wow, I think you’ve learned so much so quickly. I just hit my 1-year mark with the violin, too, and am in the first third of Suzuki book 2. I hope you are still practicing, and I look forward to being able to play like this. 😊

You really inspired me to start playing. getting my violin in a few days. You're awesome, girl!

You're such an inspiration! I cried! 40 hrs every day

@jessicacookiehardin

3 жыл бұрын

Crying with you!!

Your progress is really amazing!! I can see the determination on your face!!! Keep going. Good luck

Dude your level in just 6 months is just amazing!!

You're doing an incredible job! As a professional violinist, I'm amazed by how you improved in just a year. Keep up the work!

It was great! With violin I noticed with other progress videos that the whole first year they usually sound like a beginner. So it's normal in your case.

I never make it to the end of KZread videos but I actually watched yours the entire way through. Congratulations on such great progress and on your perseverance! I shall be showing your video to my violin students for motivation. Remember during the times of frustration, you may feel like you're not progressing and that you're stagnant, but every day, every hour of practice brings you a step closer to getting out of that position. Keep up the great work!

That was not bad at all! Your progress had coming so far and so fast. Can't wait to see your violin journey in the future.

Your video is very inspiring! It is amazing how much you learnd in only one year! :)

Your tenacity is my inspiration today Cassie! The difference between the first video till the about 10th month gave goosies 🙂. Cant wait what the 24th month will sound like.

@cassiecasper8560

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

I have played viola (basically a big violin) for 4 years now. No private teacher, just school orchestra. The level you've reached after just 1 year is incredible. It took me 3 years of playing to play that well. Bravo!

Unpopular opinion : first started playing and already playing with only 1 fine tuner. What a professional and also great progress keep going!

this is amazing! you say you're frustrated with the progress but I was impressed by your week 3. I think you're learning it quite fast and you seem to enjoy it. Keep it up proud of you

You are doing to good! Loved those Suzuki books.

I applaud your courage and determination. Thank you for sharing your progress.

I am 60 and just starting out but play a little guitar, this video gave me hope, lol. I am mainly doing this to help me with growing old. Stopping Tinnitus and keeping my mind clear are my goals and if I learn to play a few songs along the way I will be all the more happy.

You are such a charming and gentle girl! I play the violin as well, but I don't have the courage to show my skills. Thank you very much for showing us what you can do with your violin.

Wow good job! Learned on my own then took lessons. Only been playing a year. Not this good but definitely never giving up. Love the violin so much ❤ thanks for the video 😀

It takes 10 years to play like professionals. Continue, you're in the good direction

THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO. Great job, and very inspirational for those of us over 30!

Why does this feel like a more accurate, extended version of a Simply Piano add?

Wow, that was really good ! Keep it up!

Wow! As a violinist and teacher, I am very impressed by your progress. Keep up the fine work!