K.C. Strings Blog

(Specifically for Violin and Viola) When you are shopping for a new violin or viola bow, be careful to note the differences. There is the shape o...

Ensuring no back pain. One of the most common areas of discomfort in violists is the upper back. While this can be caused for a variety of reason...

Purchasing a new case. One of the most important things you can do for your instrument is to store it in a protective, durable case. When transpo...

If you are a bass player, or have watched many orchestral bassists, you may have noticed that there are two different styles of bows: The French B...

Color indicates type of rosin.   So now that we know how the bow makes sound on the string, and how rosin works (see How To Choose Rosin Series ...

Rosin Considerations.   If you missed Part 1 or 2 in this series see How To Choose Rosin Series - Part 1 - How Rosin Works and How To Choose Ros...

Diagram of "The Hemholtz Motion"     How Rosin Works A lot of people have misconceptions when it comes to how the bow creates sound on a stringe...

When the winter months arrive, it’s important to make sure your instrument is safe from the damages that may be caused by cold, dry weather. Wood l...

When it comes to selecting a shoulder rest for your violin or viola, there is no single make or model that is universally most comfortable. Popular...

There are a few important points to consider when rosin shopping: Light vs. Dark Light rosin is hard and less sticky. Dark rosin is soft and stic...