mercredi 12 février 2014

Comparing The Violin Chinrest Styles

By Jerri Perry


Stringed instrument have chinrest to assist a player in properly positioning their chin. It is an important tool for any violinists, regardless of age or ability. A good fit will greatly improve a player's performance, while a bad fit could make it more difficult to play and possibly even painful. The good news it that players have a few good violin chinrest styles to choose from.

Those who have never played a violin or any other string instrument probably wouldn't realize that a chinrest is not permanently attached to the instrument. It actually comes as a separate piece which is added to the instrument for proper chin positioning. Believe it or not, the instrument is sometimes played without it.

This is because the proper chin position will allow a player to move freely, which makes it easier to make transitions while playing. Therefore, it is likely to improve the player's performance. Unfortunately, if the size and shape are not well suited for an individual, it can negatively effect their ability to play. A poor fit could make playing some notes more difficult and could cause the o need for frequent breaks. In addition, if a player is forced to tilt their neck too much, or tighten their neck or jaw muscles, it could possible cause an injury. However, when this accessory is properly fitted, it can become an excellent tool for the violinist.

Fortunately, there are several different types to choose from. All of them are readily available on the market. This means with a little bit of research and preferably a little help from a professional, it should be easy to find the right fit. The three main types are the side mount, center mount and Guarneri model.

The most common style is the Guarneri. The chin bed on this model is positioned to the left side of the tailpiece. It attaches to the violin in the center. The side mount and the center mount are positioned as their names would suggest, with the side mount being positioned to the left of the tailpiece, including the clamp, and the center mount being positioned directly in the center.

While it is important that violinists choose the correct chinrest style and shape for their build and their playing style, they must also choose the material it is made from. They are mostly made from wood, with the most common woods being boxwood, rosewood and ebony. They may also be made from plastic, which is considered the most hypoallergenic.

While it is best to seek professional help when choosing the best fit, it is thought that a player can judge a good fit if they can actually comfortably hold an instrument using only their chin. In addition to fit, it is always important to think about the material it's made from. Some players have been known to have allergies to the more popular woods, which would make plastic a better option.

All players should consider proper chin placement. A chinrest that fits well can improve the performance of a player and it will likely help them avoid any injuries. Some guidance from a professional will help players should choose the most well suited option from all of the available violin chinrest styles.




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