How To Rosin The Bow... PROPERLY!

[@inspectorclouseau3880]

Hi Alison, I've received my brand new violin today! I'm a beginner, I struggled to apply the rosin at first then I roughed it up a bit, when it is going on to the bow you can feel the bow begin to grip the rosin a bit, when this happens you know you are applying the rosin. After that I could get a sound out of my violin and I began to tune it

[@annatat2020]

I finally put enough to rosin on my bow!!! I was on a video call with my husband and he got to witness me finally making a sound with the violin he got me for my birthday 😊🎻

[@TaeThei]

I actually keep the rosin that comes with the set. Whenever someone asks me to lend them a rosin, I give that instead hehehe

[@cristalcapilla216]

I love two set violin:)

[@tinkercooper1332]

Is Rosen suppose to be hard as a rock..

[@standardaussie]

@@tinkercooper1332 yes

[@Shelby6370]

🤭 haha good idea though

[@asraiSOA]

Only YOU can make a video about ROSIN and make it interesting, informative, and humorous. Thank you Alison.

[@BagabongBonggem]

Hi Alison thanks for your violin lessons. It's really helpful, I am a beginner from Papua New Guinea, I have been taking your lessons for one and a half years now. In my country, violin is a very rare instrument and most people find it very difficult to purchase one. Anyways your lessons are very helpful. Thanks again.

[@bahajidouae4798]

Just last week I got my first violin and searched for the best way to use the rosin on my bow and u upload this thank you so much!!!!!you are really a life saver💗💗

[@murraykriner9425]

You've already convinced me that I need to buy a higher quality bow, and I was counting on buying some new rosin since its doing precisely as you've said, leaving particles all over the place. I've started a restore on an early 20th Century Violin that I purchased, and hope to replace my student violin with it. I really did listen to your reasoning, and believe it will make an a great difference. I saw the courses your offering, and have to get better at my positions; first and so on. Thank you for your time and efforts. Very best wishes as always.

[@jeniabuan2792]

Got my new violin today, so excited but a bit scared. 😂 Thanks for your videos!

[@lindaj5492]

Same here! Been loaned violin with label inside saying made in 1769. 😳 Wish I hadn’t looked!

[@gerildineh]

Got a new violin for Christmas. 🎻 I was waiting for lessons to restart, closed because of Covid restriction. So glad to have come across your videos. There’re really great for explaining to absolute beginners. Thanks for your videos 👍😊

[@SLR77778]

Why a bit scared

[@fiendishthingy1630]

@@lindaj5492 - Likely just the generic label put into many violins. Usually just means copied from a 1769 style violin.

[@PalKrammer]

Although I see everyone rosin their bow like you do, what I do is hold the rosin stationary, about where the violin strings would be, and move the bow up and down - sort of “bowing on the rosin”. It’s part of my relaxation and preparatory technique prior to practicing. It also lets me monitor my arm and wrist motions to ensure I’m not getting sloppy.

[@Chuck8541]

I opened the rosin of my new student violin last week, and i didn’t know it was already shattered inside. (Cheap Amazon violin kit) The rosin pieces spilled everywhere, like a shattered jolly rancher. Btw - Thank you for all your great videos!

[@lebanc571]

I've watched 10 videos on how to do this and learned 10 different ways to rosin my bow. I'll just be using your method from now on since I'm using your lessons for everything else.

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

Really? This is always how I have done it. It avoids the over rosining situation which results in too much fallout and scratching with the bow on the strings. With good quality rosin, there really is no need to rosin each time you play...or applying too much in one go.

[@lebanc571]

@@TheOnlineViolinTutor the last video I watched which was the method I was using was to just pass the rosin up and down the bow 10 times everytime you play. It would also seem I have cheap rosin because I didn't realize it wasn't supposed to be super dusty. I'll be upgrading that soon as well and hopefully have a slightly better sound which will make me want to practice more.

[@MonicaBFeijo-de3vw]

I stil have trouble using it.... when I use too much, the sound gets kind of scratchy, if I don't , it seems it's harder to get a sound as you said...so, it takes some time for me still to get close to find the balance using it. Excelent video as usual. Thanks!

[@gabrielcarvalho5644]

What a coincidence I just bought a new bow and I was looking for videos about how to rosin it on your channel hahahaha

[@footballpassionate2878]

Yes I started the first 20 courses and i have improved

[@IvsHere]

Wow perfect time for me to check, needed this video cause i wanted to started my voilin practise session now thanks!

[@deltafour1212]

I love these new up- to -date videos.

[@gennymikel4296]

Just picked up a violin for the first time. The tips are helping alot. Love the accent:)

[@kevinkbradshaw2239]

I'm really interested in toking my fiddle playing to the next level. Will definately check out your course. Thank ya

[@lindaj5492]

Perfect timing! Tried to order rosin on Amazon yesterday but got “we cannot fulfil” message; so I’ll try again with your recommendations. Thank you! I’ll also be looking for your “how to tune” video: borrowed violin and find A string fine tuner seems cranked to max (or is just stuck/ stiff?). Been advised to loosen from scroll end, then loosen at fine tuner so there’s some leeway there, then start again with peg. 🤞🏽

[@michaelsmith7824]

I just picked up the violin a week ago, thanks for this video. Can you do a video on chin rest maybe? The one I have causes pain on my jaw and I have to play using a sock instead of a chin rest😂😂. Or maybe a video that goes more in depth with where exactly your face goes on the violin. I know you have a video like that already so imma go check it out

[@ansumaydatta1322]

Excellent instructions.

[@hunneylipps]

Love the video 😄 keep up the good work ☺️ .

[@snowdrop1590]

What does a bow actually look like when rosin is on it? A before and after would be useful, please?

[@kevyndang5640]

A bow without rosin would have a yellow-ish colour to the hair. When you first rosin the bow, it should look WHITE, but as the rosin settles, it should look less white, but still not yellow. I know it sounds a bit confusing, but you'll get the hang of it!

[@karlandheatherharrar8730]

Alison, Thank you so much for your online course! I'm one of your newest and maybe oldest students! After viewing lessons 1-4 so far-It's a wonder I didn't pull my hair out(or worse) as a child trying to learn. I wasn't taught any of these things. You are a gifted musician AND teacher. You were the 1st and ONLY instructor I need to see before signing up! Here's my question (I ALMOST was going to use the rosin that came with violin. I'm dying to play after weeks of waiting and now two more weeks to get the Sartory) what is your second favorite while I wait for the Sartory? I promise I'll be a good girl and not touch my new bow with the rubbish rosin! Thanks again for the inspiration and lessons. For now...back to "air violin" Idea-make your video of you playing as a total beginner and after a few weeks on you lesson plan. It's impressive! But when I tried to find it to show my hubby,it was impossible. Best, Heather

[@billysprague2500]

Really cool, I am a master classical guitarist, Ready to try a new challenge. This is great let me know If you need any guitar tips

[@marywilliams918]

Sound harbor rosin is great!

[@codeNameMoose907]

Hi Allison! This was so helpful, as I find really ALL your videos exceptionally beneficial. I'm getting the Satori rosin right now! And... Wow... is this going on TEN YEARS of your KZbin channel??! You get more stunning each year! Seriously!! (You're lighter hair is really pretty, too!) Thanks for your dedication to your students all over the world. Of all the videos I've watched, it's easy to see you really and truly CARE about people learning. Also, your passion and love of music is quite evident and it's contagious; THANK YOU 🙏 for your sharing your knowledge! Here's wishing you more and more successes and joy, Allison! 💕 🎶 ❤️

[@zeenathgufur5570]

Is leatherwood bespoken rosin good for stentor 1500 violin? Thank u for uploading this video😊

[@zeenathgufur5570]

Pls reply me allison

[@joeljoe8308]

Haii mam.... Today bought a violin.... But it doesn't sound.... Then i watched your video.... And i applied rosin.... Now it sounds.... 🥰....

[@mr.mullerpaul1050]

Hi Happy New Year 2021 To You.

[@jacobjslee]

Isn't scrubbing the rosin that quickly ineffective because the friction heats up the rosin which causes it to be less sticky or not stick at all?

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

No

[@proxy9573]

It took me awhile to figure out I was supposed to really load up the bow with rosin for the first time.

[@ilovesweettarts]

Literally thank you so much-

[@benjarongvichiankeeo4126]

You save me and my bow because I've misunderstood that we have to rosin the bow every time we play😂

[@alinbuletin1654]

Great teacher !!!

[@hecapan1]

Thanks for the recommendation. I agree on the cheap rosin, it’s rubbish. I’ve been using the gold flex and it’s ok. I just ordered the Satory and can’t wait to see how it compares.

[@medhashreesaxena]

hey Allison! can you please upload a detailed video about how to read music sheets? im an absolute beginner and can't seem to understand them! Your video are really good btw thank you so much

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

My violin course covers all this: ‘1-30 Violin Course’ free videos: bit.ly/2jjeCfX ‘1-30 Violin Course books: bit.ly/2V3MPle

[@medhashreesaxena]

@@TheOnlineViolinTutor yeah I saw them, but I still wasn't able to figure out to well! but thanks I'll try one more time

[@zarah.k]

HEY I LOVE UR VIDS THEYRE SO HELPFUL WHAT IF I CANT READ SHEET MUSIC

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

If you're following my violin course, you will be reading music within the first 10 lessons: ‘1-30 Violin Course’ free videos: bit.ly/2jjeCfX ‘1-30 Violin Course books: bit.ly/2V3MPle

[@emmanuelneutron863]

Sensei do you have any other rosin recommendations a part from Satory ....I can't get it in my country at the moment.

[@bohdanfedyk]

Anyone know where you can buy the light Sartory rosin in the U.K.? I can only find sites that sell the dark rosin.

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

Here: bit.ly/3cgiskn or here: bit.ly/3lLQv7b

[@shibsankardebnath5040]

May I use dust rosin in a violin bow ? Please tell me.

[@kidtokidcsv]

Thanks

[@jakelierly]

Can I apply quality rosin over the cheap rosin that came with my student violin or should I play until the cheap rosin is completely off my bow?

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

I would play off as much as possible before adding the new one.

[@jakelierly]

@@TheOnlineViolinTutor Thank you!

[@eastbayhanggliding826]

How will I know when I played off all my rosin? I do notice that I apply more rosin when I start to hear my bow get really scratchy on the strings. Is that the ideal time or keep playing past that?

[@AVToth]

I saw an ad for rosin, can't remember the brand, but it came with a little gizmo that slid off the bottom of the container and the idea is that after applying the rosin you stroke this thing up and down the bow hair a few times and it's supposed to more thourouly coat and even out the rosin. It's not a brush, it's more like a soft, textured rubber thing. Would a dohicky like that be beneficial or is it merely a gimmick?

[@beckyrotterdam5577]

I just got my first violin (stentor student 2 with red label strings). I just find I sound very scratchy. The stentor rosin, is that ok? I have sound, but not really nice... I checked how I hold my bow, it is straight. Maybe I just didn't apply enough.. I can play twinkle twinkle little star and silent night, hopefully soon without crazy extra dead-cat sounds haha I will look at the course! And I will work better on the rosin, I just spend a few minutes with the new bow.

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

No. That rosin is not great at all - this is what I talked about in the video. I would recommend replacing it.

[@beckyrotterdam5577]

@@TheOnlineViolinTutor I will look for a better one. Thanks 😊

[@josephbingham1255]

Hello Alison. If I want to change from Kaplan rosin to Sartory French Rosin should I clean off the Kaplan before applying the Sartory? If so how do you recommend to proceed?

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

Just play off the old stuff. No need to go cleaning anything.

[@sebastian._._______5056]

Love the hair im thinking of getting the pirastro goldflex rosin the main reason why is because the fiddlershop told me it was real gold and I want to see if it is or is the tower strings entertainer rosin good?

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

To be honest, I didn't personally think much if the Goldflex - it was quite scratchy and dusty for me. I don't know anything about the rosin that comes with the violins im afraid.

[@OddJuniper]

3:38 7:45 using this later 😭

[@ivonavidinska2255]

If it is not expensive and high-quality rosin, how many times? And how do I know which is a quality rosin, maybe a brand?

[@ammuchinnu4684]

thanks for this i always have a problem

[@user-xn8fr3mx6d]

How would you rate the Holstein Premium Rosin that comes with Fiddlershop violins?

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

Ive not personally tried it, but I suspect it will be fine and work well.

[@VoicelessBeats]

What do you think about the included Rosin bag in the Stentor Student II? Is it good enough or should I upgrade?

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

It’s garbage. Just buy something better.

[@VoicelessBeats]

@@TheOnlineViolinTutor Thanks for the fast response! Now I'm thinking about getting better rosin - and also even better strings (factory strings also seem to be not good)

[@RyanClarkFisherII]

Allison I bought my violin from fiddlermans, will this rosin suffice while I’m in the beginning stages of learning these first few months?

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

I dont know what rosin he has in the cases im afraid. I will assume it wont be rubbish, but you cant beat the higher end more professional rosins such as Sartory which I mention here.

[@tony8953]

My violin didn't come with a rosin, is there an alternative stuff I can use?

[@fiendishthingy1630]

Just buy some violin rosin. There is no substitute.

[@55-555_]

What's the difference between Dark & Light rosin?

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

Dark will have a bit more of a bite to it.

[@jasonrencureg4363]

Where can i buy stentor 2?

[@annadrew4938]

Hi I've been playing violin for a while now and I play but my bow isn't very good what bow would you recommend that isn't to expensive my violin is a hidersine and came with that bow

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

You just need to try some out. There are no particular bows I can recommend as each and every one is different.

[@alejandrahinojos]

Hello, What type of bow you recommend? I need to get a replacement, I know nothing about instruments, I am going to start the lessons, but the hair on my bow is torn, I have no idea why I bought it 10 years ago and never use it, and it’s in its case

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5KVpJ59e8qDhs0

[@fiendishthingy1630]

Heat over summers will kill the bow hairs. Lost a few when I had the violins packed away for a couple of years. They were cheap bows so not worth trying to re-hair.

[@meteor7205]

Good Day! Im playing the violin for 2 years. Im looking to upgrade from my cvn-500. Should i go for the artist or the concert deluxe? I thinking of going with the concert tbh.

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

Stay away from Cecilio violins if you have the option to go for a Fiddlerman violin as they are far superior.

[@meteor7205]

@@TheOnlineViolinTutor Thx for the advice. Should i go for the concert/deluxe or save up for the artist?

[@cassandraloki2846]

@@meteor7205 go with the one that has the sound you like

[@kyproset]

What was wrong with the Baker's rosin? My experience with it is second to none. I would respectfully really be interested in knowing what you didn't like about it and how the Sartory rosin is better for you.

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

So for me, it was overrated and underwhelming. I tried 2 of their rosins and both were very dusty and gritty. The sound produced was not clean and clear like Sartory rosin is for me. I just didn't like how my bow performed with it and the sound it created. My playing was not smooth and I felt I had to work harder. For the price and the waitlist, it was not worth it and overrated in my opinion. Sartory I find is clean, clear, crisp and smooth with incredibly little fallout. You only need a couple of swipes up and down the bow to replace/replenish and overall, its a really lovely rosin that does its job very well indeed.

[@kyproset]

@@TheOnlineViolinTutor Thank you for answering.

[@MDM1992]

Could you help me understand the difference between dark and light rosin? Which, if either is better for any reason and if so, better for what?

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

Not a huge difference to be honest, and I doubt youll notice much, but the dark will give you just a little more grip and be a little more darker sounding because of it.

[@rowenamiles4043]

Is it ok to apply a different type of rosin next time it needs doing? (the one you recommend) I’ve already applied the one which came with my violin 😳

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

You can, but play the old on off as much as poss. Dont just go straight over with the new one.

[@rowenamiles4043]

@@TheOnlineViolinTutor thank you!

[@cherylmatthewman2111]

I am using Gustave Bernardel rosin. Is that a good one? I was told that it is.... now I am concerned.

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

I don’t know anything about that one I’m afraid.

[@jorgelawes]

How do you look younger now than you did 8 years ago? Not fair. Whatever your secret, keep it up.

[@danabellefeuille8485]

i wonder do u rosin the strings also once in a while

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

You only rosin the bow.

[@mavismar6912]

u nv aged wow pretty as always i watch your video since idk when

[@SUP-BITCHES]

I bought a cheap violin from amazon and i still can't figure out how to play it

[@AliyahK718]

why does it sound so squeeky when i play?

[@johnaustin1825]

What do you think of HIDERSINE 3V?

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

Its very cheap student rosin.

[@johnaustin1825]

@@TheOnlineViolinTutor Thanks Alison

[@brianna.x]

@@TheOnlineViolinTutor damn I just bought that today

[@youjustgotweezered6703]

@@brianna.x rip

[@flycrew]

The Sartory is going to cost 1/3 my Vangoa electric violin and probably way more than the bow is worth, but I may do it anyways. 🤣

[@shinyb1236]

Hold on. If it lasts forever then why do u need to repurchase it

[@deadmanswife3625]

Holstein premium was recommended And is not any of the ones on your list. 😥

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

Where was that one recommended? Its not on my list as it wasnt one of the violins I was sent to review.

[@deadmanswife3625]

@@TheOnlineViolinTutor I think it was fiddlerman but I can't remember now how it was recommended. 😥 it isn't with me here anyway as I have been in NY since March. Pandemic. I only have the cheap one that came with the violin I ordered to have here. Cecilio 300 I am going to order something. I see on Amazon $24.75 USD the octagon one

[@sebastian._._______5056]

@@deadmanswife3625 you should get one from shar music its 20% off the preice

[@ramezhany4276]

Where can I buy rosin ?

[@gabibraun8874]

In a music store or online store

[@gennymikel4296]

E bay?

[@angelinamcghee5770]

my violin bow still won’t barley play, what do you suggest I do? I’ve tried rosining it and it still won’t play

[@TheOnlineViolinTutor]

Add more rosin bit by bit until it does. Dont go super mad - add and try some otherwise you'll overload the bow.

[@christophertsiliacos8958]

👏 👍 😊 🎻 🎶🎵

[@caitlanedwards9910]

Aj

[@ytkraken1306]

Am I first