Beginner Violin Playing

Violinists can improve their skills by playing these third position exercises, including double stops and scales . Learn how to play third position exercises on the violin in this free music lesson from a professional violinist. Part 1 of 16 - How to Practice third position on ...more

How to do some beginner drum exercises; get professional tips and instruction from an expert drummer on playing percussion instruments in this free music lesson video. Part 1 of 13 - How to Perform beginner drum exercises. Perform beginner drum exercises - Part 2 of 13. Click ...more

Peter John displays his Rider-Waite deck and explains the differences in other variations of the Tarot cards, including describing what a beginner should look for when buying a new deck. He also demonstrates how you can use playing cards to give a reading.

In this video series, Gary Zier teaches the object and rules of Gin Rummy. Learn about match scoring, knocking, and deadwood. Gary also offers tips and strategies for the experienced or beginner gin player. So, grab a partner and start playing Gin Rummy today! Part 1 of 15 - H ...more

Whatever your musical interest is, learn the techniques you need to start playing today. In this free music lesson on video, get the tips and tricks every beginner needs to make music on the accordion, including demonstrations of how to hold the instrument, operate the bellows ...more

If you want to improve your violin technique then this lesson is for you. This violin tutorial teaches you a way to improve ear training with octave exercises. This exercise is based on the Yost system. This exercise is designed to increase your familiarity and comfort in all ...more

After 12 years Starcraft 2 is finally here to blow your mind. If you're looking for help with the game, you've come to the right place. We have tons of videos about how to do just about everything in the game. We have strategies for winning campaign and multiplayer games. We h ...more

This video is seriously as basic as it gets. Take a gander to learn how to tune a guitar quickly and with ease. While you can use a piano or a guitar tuner to tune your guitar, this method, which involves only your guitar strings, is much faster and you can do it on the go. I ...more

Pool is a strategic, yet fun game. It's born on not only fun, but also lost profits. But regardless of that, it's a difficult game to play if you don't understand the basic fundamentals. In this video you will get a full tutorial on how to play pool with the basic fundamentals ...more

If you're a violin player who's looking to play the main theme song of Pirates of the Caribbean then look no further. This simple video walks you through the song. You'll likely want or need to pause a few times as you work out the fingering, but hang in there and you'll get i ...more

This is a tutorial for a beginner from a beginner. It is a description and demonstration of how to play one version of "Nantes" by Beirut on the ukulele. Learn the tuning, chords, timing, and strumming pattern. The ukulele is tuned one semi-note sharp, so the strings are G# C ...more

Think you can't play any modern songs (i.e. the ones you hear on the radio) just because you're new to the piano? Well, we're here to tell you that mentality is SO five seconds ago. Because now that you've stumbled upon this piano tutorial, you'll learn all the essentials you' ...more

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Leah D'Emilio, from Mahalo, becomes a hustler for a day: a pool player, that is! Leah takes a lesson on how to play pool with 3-time national champion Max Eberle. From how to pick the right cue to the various forms of hand bridges, Max takes us through some helpful hints as we ...more

Are you piano neophyte frustrated with your scale drills and constant replay of "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star"? Learn how to play the blues - no joke - by watching this video. Built exclusively for beginners, this tutorial teaches you how to start jiving with some fun blues ri ...more

This guitar lesson video shows you how to play "Hey Julie" by Fountains of Wayne on acoustic guitar . In the tutorial your learn, the chords, strumming technique and style. This video is geared towards beginners but of course the more advanced student is welcomed to give it a ...more

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Wohlfahrt Op. 45, Violin Etude #25. Todd Ehle shows you number 25 of Opus 45, teaching you how to play fast.

Wohlfahrt Op. 45, Violin Etude #8. Todd Ehle teaches how to play etude eight.

Wohlfahrt Op. 45, Violin Etude, #1. Todd Ehle starts a new series in his violin lesson on how to play Wohlfahrt's Opus 45, working on the first measure.

Learning songs is the best way for a beginner guitarist to progress. Save learning scales and technical stuff for a little later. Besides this video, Justin gives some good recommendations for where to find songs and suggests staying away from the random "TAB" internet search ...more

Learn how to play the basic beginner guitar chords. This handy video shows you the way a chord should be formed and how it should sound, perfect for those who are just starting out.

A short introductory theremin lesson to playing notes, executing dynamic vibrato, and dynamic volume with the theremin. Playing errors included to demonstrate how difficult it is to play the theremin well.

Coco Chanel once said that fashion fades but style is eternal. So even with Lady Gaga's new single "Born This Way" catching fire and Britney Spears in the midst of her pop comeback, time and time again we still go back to perennial favorites like Miles Davis, Frank Sinatra, an ...more

Racquetball is a very fun way to keep active, and is not very difficult to play. In this tutorial, the Texas Tech Racquetball Club will take you from beginner to professional in just a few minutes. This video will give you precise explanations of most faults and hinders, along ...more

The first couple of months of learning a new instrument are often the most challenging - and boring. That's because rather than focusing on pounding out songs, you're instead practicing chord progressions, major and minor scales, and finger work. But if you've had a bit of pr ...more

Love playing Zelda? The video game itself is awesome, but next time you're cruising around dungeons pay attention to the music in the background. The soundtrack for Zelda is well known and created by a master composer. While many piano tutorials will teach you how to play the ...more

The alt rock band Train has been around forever - lead singer Patrick Monahan is 41 - and has had exquisitely popular hits like "Drops of Jupiter" and "Meet Virginia," but it wasn't until "Hey, Soul Sister" that they gained international recognition, even from the younger Just ...more

Racquetball is not very complicated, but it does require a bit of practice and learning of the rules. This video tutorial will show you all of the basics you will need to know as a beginner player. Once you watch this tutorial you will be up and running and ready to start a ga ...more

Wohlfahrt Op. 45, Violin Etude #30. Todd Ehle shows pretty quickly etude 30, with some good string crossing techniques.

Are you wanting to learn the basics of the game of tennis? Are you looking to improve your understanding of ground strokes, volleys and serves? In this free sports video series our tennis expert, Hill Marks, will give you some tips and drills so that you can become the tennis ...more

Learn the basics of softball including how to slap hit, leaf off a base, slide into a base, pick runners off first and third bases, and more with expert softball tips in this free sports instruction video series. Part 1 of 15 - How to Play softball for beginners. Play softball ...more

In this series of video music lessons, expert drummer Alex Kasmirov demonstrates several tips for playing the snare drum. You’ll learn tips on choosing drum sticks, cross stick techniques, how to hit rim shots and how to build dynamics in drumming. You'll also learn tips on ho ...more

New to electric guitar? You needn't sound that way. This nine-part video guitar lesson series is aimed at those who have never played electric guitar before and would like to try it for the first time. By the end of this series, you'll be playing the main riffs from Deep Purpl ...more

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to play the song, Silent Night on the violin. Silent night is a popular Christmas Song that can be played on the violin very sweetly. The song is slower and this video will show you how to play the correct rhythm and notes. This video ...more

Learn how to play the songs "Dreidel," "Jingle Bells," and "Old MacDonald" on the violin with this music tutorial. These songs are quite easy to play and are perfect for the beginning violin students. With the tips in this lesson you can start learning to play the violin. Part ...more

Beginning harmonica lessons in a short three part series. Part 1 of 3 - How to Play the harmonica as a beginner. Part 2 of 3 - How to Play the harmonica as a beginner. Part 3 of 3 - How to Play the harmonica as a beginner.

This banjo tutorial video will teach you how you can play the banjo. The banjo is a stringed instrument that is tuned like a guitar. It is said to have originated from Africa. This video is great for beginners just starting out on the banjo. Practice playing the banjo and impr ...more

Check out this instructional tennis video that demonstrates how to play tennis for beginners. You'll need a racquet, balls, a court, and someone to play with. Tennis is one of the most popular summer sports, and with this video lesson, learn tips for playing the game of tennis ...more

Learn how you can play and count eighth notes on the violin with this tutorial. This lesson covers music theory and violin techniques. You will be able to learn rhythms and how to play them on the violin with this how to video.

In this two part how to video you will learn the notes on the A string, the D major scale, and begin to learn how to use the violin bow. This lesson gives you some helpful exercises to improve your technique. With this the tips from this tutorial you can learn how to play the ...more

In this how to video you will learn the violin solo to Alison Krauss' "Baby, Now That I Found You." This is a pretty easy solo to learn for an intermediate violinist. First the solo is played slowly so you can follow the notes, then it is sped up to regular speed. With this ho ...more

This kid's heart is in the right place. He teaches you beginner's boogie woogie. Part 1 of 2 - How to Play boogie woogie as a beginner. Part 2 of 2 - How to Play boogie woogie as a beginner.

In this tutorial, we learn how to play the blues with an electric guitar for beginners. Blues is a great gateway into learning more types of progressions of music. To start, you will need to have your favorite guitar and a basic knowledge of music. Next, you will need to learn ...more

In this video tutorial, we learn how to play "Dakota" by Stereophonics on guitar for beginners. First you will want to get down the different chords that you will play throughout the entire song. Once you have these, start to break the parts of the song down into sections. Now ...more

In this video, we learn how to play electric guitar for beginners. First, you need to become familiar with the guitar. The body, the frat board, the head, the nuts, and the strings. Learn what all the parts of the guitar are called and exactly what they do in relation to the g ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to play the flute for beginners. To make a sound, you will put the hole directly onto your lips and make the shape of the hole with your lips. Then blow into the hole, trying different positions with your lips. You will place your fingers on the ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to play the trumpet for beginners. You need to put your lips together very tight and get a higher sounding buzz. It will take practice to get the buzzing of your lips. Practice this with just your mouth, then use a mouthpiece to practice with. Ne ...more

Want to learn guitar? Some people feel helpless, or feel that it is too hard, but this is not the case. Utopian Thrash Metal Guitarist started out with one tablature book and a cheap electric guitar -- he self taught himself in almost no time. This music video tutorial will s ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to play bass guitar for beginners using open strings. Get used to look at written notes. To do this, look at open notes on a piece of paper and work on your right hand technique. You won't be pulling straight up, your finger should be resting on ...more

Major scales give a song harmony, peace, and coherence, but minor scales (often thought of as their sour cousin) add interest. Which is why even popular pop songs commonly inject key changes to let rip a minor scale that sends the song from boring to Billboard. If you're inte ...more

Frank Sclobette author of " The Golden Touch Craps Dice Revolution" discusses: What is "roulette"? What are the basics of roulette? How soon before the wheel stops can I make a bet? What is the house advantage in roulette? What are the odds of a specific number coming up in ro ...more

This video will teach you how to play one of the Beatles absolute classics "Let it Be" on the guitar. Did you know that you only need to have four chords to play this song? That is one of the first secrets Marty Schwartz shares in this video. This breaks it down into very easy ...more

Watch this instructional violin video to learn how to play the "Lost Woods" song from the Zelda: Ocarina of Time video game on the violin. This tutorial video is great for violinist enthusiasts who love the video game. Find the sheet music for this song in the Downloads sectio ...more

Learn how to play the violin solo from "Our Song" by Taylor Swift.

For beginners that want to know how to play the slap line, learn it here. She won't let her down, not at all, but you can let her down. So don't.

Learn to play the slide guitar. This is a beginner lesson.