I have two music-themed patterns today. The first pattern is a simple violin model. The violin pattern comes in two sizes. The large pattern is almost 15" long. The small pattern is 7.5" long. I did not try to add strings to the model but you can give it a try for a little extra realism.
The second pattern is a "Music Soothes the Mind" plaque. It is an 8" plaque. I included an image of the sheet music to add between the layers. The sheet music is optional but I think it adds to the project.
In the following video, Ji-Hae Park discusses the healing power of music. She is a German-born Korean violinist with many accolades and awards. If you love classical violin then take a few minutes to enjoy the video.
Several years ago I decided I wanted to learn to play finger-style guitar. I thought I wanted to learn the Chet Atkins style. I found a very good teacher and went to my first lesson. I explained what I wanted and he said he would be happy to teach the method but he had a request.
He said I would develop my skill better if I learned to read music. He suggested that he teach me the basics of classical guitar first. I agreed with some skepticism and we started lessons. I almost instantly fell in love with classical guitar. I never got very good with the guitar but I did study for a couple of years. What I did get was the knowledge that when I feel blue I can play one of my classical guitar CDs and feel better.
Many bodies of research support the healing effects of music. "Our favorite melodies release dopamine, known as the feel-good hormone, which activates our brain's pleasure and reward system. Music can have a positive, immediate impact on our mental state; fast tempos can psychologically and physiologically arouse us, helping energize us for the day." Source, National Alliance on Mental Illness.
The next time you feel a little down take a few minutes to listen to some favorite tunes. It just might help.
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Cecilio CVN-300 Solidwood Ebony Fitted Violin with D'Addario Prelude Strings, Size 4/4 (Full Size)
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- Great Violin For Beginners: The beginner violin is an ideal stringed musical instrument for any student who has dreams of playing music. The set includes all the necessities to start learning how to play.
- Elegant Design: As beautiful as most stringed musical instruments, these violins for beginners have a solid spruce top and antique finish with inlaid purfling. Along with an ebony fingerboard, pegged chin rest, and tailpiece, it is a work of art
- Violin Learning Kit Includes: Cecilio violin dressed in D'Addario Prelude strings, 2 bows, an extra bridge, a quality rosin, adjustable shoulder rest with padding, a chromatic string tuner with metronome, and a lightweight hard case for transport.
- Basic Technique: Set includes a Mendini Violin First Lesson book with instruction on basic techniques and lessons on how to read music. Also, a companion download (available online) has exercises and pieces recorded with solo violin and piano accompaniment.
- Handle With Care: The adult or kids violin, like most band & orchestra musical instruments, is delicate. Please note the bridge will not be setup to avoid damage during shipping. NOTE: Tuning pegs must be handled with care and pushed in when adjusting.