Instrument Maintenance

Caring well for your instrument pays off! A well-adjusted violin produces a better sound, is easier to play, and is less at risk of deteriorating and losing value.

Basic maintenance includes:

Changing strings
Getting your bow re-haired
Having your instrument checked for cracks, open seams, bridge and sound post alignment

The following are places that you can have quality work done on your instrument:

Terry Carlin Violins
2026 Murray Hill Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44106
Phone: 216.791.2440

Peter Horn
10269 Barr Road
Brecksville, Ohio 44141
Phone: 440.526.4000

Supplies and Sheet Music

In addition to regular instrument maintenance, there are a few accessories that you need when you begin taking lessons:

A good instrument case to protect your valuable violin and bow
Shoulder rest
Rosin
Digital metronome
Music stand

The following businesses are good places to look for printed sheet music, instruments and accessories:

Educator’s Music
13701 Detroit Avenue
Lakewood, Ohio 44107
Phone: 216.226.6166

This store carries all the printed music that you need. If they don’t have it in stock, they can order it for you.

Shar Music Online
www.sharmusic.com

The Shar online catalogue is a great source for printed music and accessories. If you are looking for a new instrument or bow, they have a selection from a variety of makers for a variety of budgets.