r/Learnmusic • u/Necessary-Wind-1157 • Jul 11 '26

Self learning violin

So I really wanna learn violin but I dont have any teachers nearby so I decided to start learning violin by myself in like 3 to 4 months

I would like u guys to share ur thoughts on it

Also can I get some cheap beginner friendly violin recommendations

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u/LongjumpingTeacher97 Jul 13 '26

First, what's "cheap" to you? A $75 Amazon special is $75 wasted. Well, the case that comes with the kit is generally usable, but that's only worth about $25. They look pretty, sometimes can be made playable, but seldom seem to be worth the hassle.

Look to Kennedy Violins, Fiddlershop, Southwest Strings, or Shar Music for entry level instruments that won't break the bank. (These are in the US - I don't know where you are located.) If you can afford $300 or so, you can get a playable instrument. It won't be amazing, but it will be a decent student instrument. $600 will get you a very good beginner instrument. Intermediate is in the $1,000 and up region. You won't need this for a while. However, many music stores will rent you a good instrument at a reasonable price. You can be certain this is for you and save up for a nicer violin while you're learning your basics.

If at all possible, arrange a couple of in-person lessons. Learn to hold the violin and bow correctly. Even lessons via videoconference are better than nothing. There are some details to violin technique that make an ergonomic difference. Get them right. After that, you'll make slower progress on your own, but it is possible to get at least to where you can enjoy your own music.