How to Stop Hitting Other Strings on the Violin (Clean String Crossings)

Описание: If you’re hitting extra strings while playing scales, etudes, or repertoire, the issue is almost always related to string crossings. This is a bow arm coordination skill that needs to be understood and practiced intentionally — it does not fix itself with time.

In this video, we look at how to isolate the moment of the string crossing, how to identify bow direction on the new string, and how to minimize excess motion for cleaner transitions. We also address why descending string crossings often feel more difficult than ascending ones.

Topics include:

✓ isolating problem measures
✓ writing bow direction in the score
✓ open-string crossing practice
✓ minimizing motion between adjacent strings
✓ preparing the new string early
✓ blending crossings in slurred passages

Clean string crossings are foundational to tone, articulation, and ease in repertoire. Once understood, they significantly reduce accidental double-stops and string noise.

If you want structured string crossing and coordination practice, explore the 52 Violin Proficiency Exercises, which includes:

✓ written exercises
✓ digital book
✓ weekly study structure
✓ video demonstrations

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