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Whether you are considering learning the violin Play the Violin - A Whole Novice's Guide - The violin, also known as a fiddle, is a bowed string instrument. It has four strings that are tuned in perfect fifths. The violin is the smallest and highest pitched member of the string instrument family, which also includes violas and cellos. Although playing the violin can be quite challenging, when mastered, it produces a… or searching for a suitable instrument for your child, you have the option of renting a violin instead of buying one. There are advantages and disadvantages to renting a violin compared to purchasing one. These are outlined below:
Pros of renting a violin:
Renting a violin makes sense for young students, especially those aged between 3 and 14. Typically, children of this age would require small-sized violins and may need to upgrade the instrument as they grow. By renting, you can save more money, especially if your child starts learning the instrument at a young age. This is because they may need to switch to larger-sized violins as many as three or four times before transitioning to a full-sized instrument.
Another situation where renting a violin is a better option than buying one is when you need the instrument for a short period of time only. For example, if you are in a foreign country and need an instrument for an impromptu performance, or if you plan to stay in another country for a brief period of 3 to 6 months and don’t want to bring your own instrument along. In such cases, renting a violin is a preferable choice.
Cons of renting a violin:
One drawback of renting a violin compared to purchasing one is that rental instruments are usually second-hand or used. If the rental instrument is not properly set up with standard strings and components such as the bridge, pegs, tailpiece, and chinrest, you may find that you or your child will outgrow the instrument very quickly. A quality instrument can help you or your child progress quickly in learning the violin, whereas a poorly maintained rental instrument can hinder progress in acquiring the skill of playing the violin Violin Exercises For a Masterful Performance - Playing the violin undoubtedly requires exceptional skill, a keen ear for music, and remarkable concentration to enable the violinist to produce the exquisite melodies characteristic of a flawlessly executed violin piece. The sound produced by a violin is distinct, setting it apart from all other instruments in an orchestra, and entirely different from its fellow… .
Secondly, renting a violin does not give you or your child a sense of ownership. You need to be able to form a bond with your instrument to be able to play it well. It may be more beneficial to purchase a violin if you or your child is serious about learning the instrument.
There is a third option, which is to rent a violin and eventually own it if you decide to keep the instrument. This applies to newer violins, and usually, you are required to put down a deposit equal to the value of the instrument. In this scheme, you can choose to rent the instrument for a short-term basis, such as 3 months. If you decide to keep the instrument, then your deposit will not be refunded. If you only wish to rent the instrument, the deposit is refunded when you return the violin. In this rent-to-buy scheme, you must ensure the instrument is returned in good condition to receive 100% of the deposit back.
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