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Fun Facts & Music Musings

Violin scroll in front of a bust of Beethoven

Fiddleheads' Owner Rhiannon Nachbaur enjoys delving into and learning about a wide variety of topics in the music world.

Be it learning about artists like Beethoven or Led Zeppelin, exploring the origins of instruments or genres, or developing a clear understanding of music theory and history, she is always keen to share her knowledge with fellow musicians.

 

  1. 14 Jan

    Look Ma, No Sound!

    Young attractive Asian woman in a black dress playing violin in a misty green field while two fit asian men in khaki shorts cover their ears in pain

    Apartment-Dwellers and Parents of Newborns Rejoice for the Miraculous Invention that is the Violin Mute

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    January 14, 2021
    General Violin Advice , Fun Facts & Music Musings , Expertise & Guides
  2. 1 Oct

    Chatoyant "Moving" Flame: A Spectacular Phenomenon [With Video]

    Violin with chatoyant flame over a similar looking cat's eye

    Fiddleheads makes it easy to purchase a violin with this seemingly moving, holographic flame [With Video]

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    October 01, 2020
    General Violin Advice , Fun Facts & Music Musings , Expertise & Guides
  3. 10 Jun

    Rhiannon's Glossary of Violin Terms

    Stacks of violin encyclopedias and books with a Beethoven bust in front of a fireplace

    Years of teaching violin and running a thriving violin shop result in an expansive knowledge I'm happy to share!

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    June 10, 2020
    General Violin Advice , Fun Facts & Music Musings , Expertise & Guides , Q&A: Ask Rhiannon
  4. 23 May

    Marbled or Quilted Flame Maple Makes for "Crazy Back" Violins

    Violin with marbled flame over a similar looking campfire

    Don't worry, we aren't setting fiddles on fire!

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    May 23, 2020
    General Violin Advice , Fun Facts & Music Musings , Expertise & Guides
  5. 17 Nov

    Christmas Carol or Christmas Song?

    Church singers by candlelight

    The Modern Christmas Music Catalog Has Many Options to Enjoy, from Traditional Carols to Radio-Era Pop Songs

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    November 17, 2007
    Fun Facts & Music Musings , Expertise & Guides
  6. 24 Oct

    Once Upon A Time There Was a Beautiful Violinist and a Handsome Composition…

    violinist playing with orange sunset in the background

    A Violin Teacher Witnesses Her Former Student Tackling Rimsky-Korsakov's "Scheherazade" and Provides Interesting History on the Piece

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    October 24, 2007
    Fun Facts & Music Musings , Expertise & Guides
  7. 30 Aug

    Rhiannon's List of Essential Recordings (2007)

    rows of CDs in a store

    A list of music recommendations has been carefully compiled from a large and diverse personal collection. I know there is so much more fantastic music I left out, but this list is a darn good start.

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    August 30, 2007
    Fun Facts & Music Musings , Expertise & Guides
  8. 7 Aug

    Muggles Make Magical Music

    Ancient English bridge with a train on it, just like in the Harry Potter films

    Exploring Harry Potter's Influence on Music

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    August 07, 2007
    Fun Facts & Music Musings , Expertise & Guides
  9. 25 May

    Please Compose Yourself

    Fluffy Ragdoll Siamese cat behind sheet music to the Hebredes Overture

    I encourage all my students to create their own music. Composition opens players' minds to whole new levels of musicianship, creativity and understanding of theory. Besides it's great fun and something the player can take personal pride in playing.

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    May 25, 2007
    Violin Shop & School , Fun Facts & Music Musings , Expertise & Guides , Teacher & Student Corner
  10. 21 Nov

    The Violin That Saved Frank Smith's Life

    Old man with wrinkled face and smiling while playing the violin

    A Discovery that Would Open up his Heart and his Memories was Simply Waiting Under the Bed

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    November 21, 2006
    Fun Facts & Music Musings , Expertise & Guides
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