Violin
Bow a four-string instrument tucked under your chin, from folk fiddle to classical.
Violin
- To start
- $150
- Each month
- $60
- Time
- 4 hours a week
- Sessions
- 30 minutes or more
- Where
- At home
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It rewards care and fine detail.
- It's made to be shared with an audience.
- It gives your brain a proper workout.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to get really good at something
- You want to build something of your own
- You want to keep your brain sharp
Maybe not if
- You need it to cost little each month
- You want to enjoy it from day one
- You want to switch your brain off
What it feels like
ViolinAverage performance hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$150Costs more to start than 86% of hobbies
$60Over a year, more than the kit
$870About $4 an hour at 4 hours a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Learn to hold the bow and play open strings with a clean, steady tone.
30 minutes or moreAt homeTakes some setting up
Questions
How much does violin cost to start?
About $150 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $60 a month once you are going.
How much time does violin take?
About 4 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 30 minutes or more.
Can I do violin at home?
Yes. Fits in a bag.
Is violin good for beginners?
It takes a bit more setting up than most hobbies. A good first session: Learn to hold the bow and play open strings with a clean, steady tone.
Do I need other people for violin?
No. It works fine on your own.