I’m in Connecticut and I started violin/fiddle a year ago October. Of the various instruments I've learned to play, the violin is definitely the most challenging.
All I can say is give yourself time, be sure your instrument is well set up and strung good strings and use the best bow you can acquire. The bow is as important as the violin… especially as a beginner.
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Hi, JoeB, from Navajoland in Northern Arizona! It's great to have you with us. Trust your learning to play the fiddle is going well. Also hope you are enjoying the sights and sounds of the station! Enjoy1
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Hi Joe, welcome to the community and keep us updated on your violin learning.
I've actually been giving some thought to learning to play fiddle, but getting a little nervous when I see how hard it is to play. I have played keyboards now for a long time so I have a good understanding of music.