Student Violins

  • Types of Violin Strings: A Comprehensive Guide to Finding Your Perfect Match

    Types of Violin Strings: A Comprehensive Guide to Finding Your Perfect Match

    Choosing the right strings for your violin is crucial for achieving the best possible sound and playability. The market offers a variety of string types, each with its own characteristics that can significantly affect your instrument’s performance. This guide aims to demystify the options available and help you make an informed decision. Introduction The type…

  • Violin Tips for Intermediate Players: Elevate Your Skills to the Next Level

    Violin Tips for Intermediate Players: Elevate Your Skills to the Next Level

    So, you’ve mastered the basics and have a few years of violin playing under your belt. Congratulations! But what’s next? Intermediate violinists often find themselves in a ‘no man’s land,’ caught between beginner simplicity and advanced complexity. This article aims to offer valuable tips for those looking to take their skills to the next level.…

  • Ricard Bunnel Voted Best Beginner Violin Brand by Kennedy Violins

    Ricard Bunnel Voted Best Beginner Violin Brand by Kennedy Violins

    Ricard Bunnel violins have won a major endorsement as they were recently voted the best beginner violin brand by Kennedy Violins, a reputable music store and online retailer. This accolade is a testament to Ricard Bunnel’s commitment to quality, affordability, and ease-of-use for beginner violinists. Introduction Kennedy Violins, a prominent violin retailer known for its…

  • Can You Rehair A Violin Bow Yourself?

    Can You Rehair A Violin Bow Yourself?

    When it comes to maintaining your violin, every piece counts, including the bow. Each strand of hair on your bow plays a crucial role in producing the beautiful sound you love. Over time, however, these hairs can wear out, break, or simply lose their effectiveness, leading to a less than optimal playing experience. Is rehairing…

  • How Much Do Beginner Violins Cost?

    How Much Do Beginner Violins Cost?

    When you first dip your toes into the intriguing world of violin playing, one of the most pressing questions you have is likely about cost. How much does it take to get started on this journey? Our aim in this blog post is to give you a comprehensive understanding of the various factors that contribute…

  • How to Choose the Right Size of  Violin

    How to Choose the Right Size of Violin

    A well-fitted instrument not only ensures proper technique and comfort but also paves the way for a less difficult playing experience. In this ultimate guide, we will walk you through the key factors to consider when selecting the perfect violin size for a beginner player.

  • Black Friday 2021 Bunnel Deals

    Black Friday 2021 Bunnel Deals

    Our partners at Kennedy Violins are bringing their 30-60-90 Sale back for Black Friday 2021. From November 19–December 3 use a coupon code to get dollars off purchases over $300. Plus they are offering offering some great upgrades on Bunnel products:

  • How to Choose a First Violin

    How to Choose a First Violin

    As kids head back to school this fall, many aspiring musicians are picking up the violin for the first time. Choosing a violin can be an intimidating process, especially for parents who don’t have experience with stringed instruments themselves! Knowing the most important factors to consider can make your choice a lot easier. Many parents…

  • Fall 2021 Bunnel Full-Size and Fractional Violins are in Stores Now!

  • More Bunnel Pupil violins are on the way!

    More Bunnel Pupil violins are on the way!

    Now that Covid restrictions are easing, and more orchestra students are heading back to the classroom, there has been a high demand for our Bunnel Pupil violin. But, more Pupils are on the way. We expect them to be available by mid August. We will let you know when they hit the stores. Thanks for…

  • Bunnel G1 Violin

    Bunnel G1 Violin

    Our most popular violin outfit, the Ricard Bunnel G1 Violin is an excellent choice for young students and adult beginners. An upgrade from the Bunnel G2, The Bunnel G1 includes unique professional upgrades and offers a sound typically described by professional testers as sweet, strong, and projective. It’s easy to sound great on this quality…

  • Bunnel G2 Violin

    Bunnel G2 Violin

    Set yourself up for success! The Ricard Bunnel G2 Violin is a great student violin. We believe this instrument is everything you need to begin learning violin. We know how important it is to have an instrument that allows us to express ourselves fully, and take care and pride in crafting each one of our…

  • Bunnel Premier Violin

    Bunnel Premier Violin

    The Bunnel Premier is an upgrade from our Bunnel Pupil, with an features improved quality of wood, providing a richer, warmer sound. It is an excellent choice for a beginning student instrument. With its smooth, mellow character and warm tone it is the perfect violin for the learning violinist to begin a musical journey. This…

  • Bunnel Pupil Violin

    Bunnel Pupil Violin

    The Bunnel Pupil Violin Outfit is the perfect beginner violin to set you on your musical journey. The quality of your first instrument greatly affects your initial playing and learning experience, especially for younger students. For the most positive and enjoyable experience, we make sure the Bunnel Pupil has comfortable playability and precise string height…