K.C. Strings Blog

Did you know that the most important instrument in a student's musical development is the first one? Let us explain... Chances are, you've done s...

  The bridge on a string instrument is the intricate piece of wood that holds the strings up. Two important things to know about the bridge is: 1...

Has your instrument sounded a bit more dull while playing it? Do you notice a buzzing sound? You might have an open seam!What is an open seam? A...

Getting a musical instrument for the first time is a very exciting experience! Although having a professional size you, your student, or chil...

While some bows are made with synthetic bow hair, the majority of bows use genuine horsehair. Because horsehair is similar to human hair, it...

I Just Had an Accident! Help! If you just had an accident with your instrument it can be scary and you might not know what to do next. Here are...

Purchasing a new instrument can be a daunting task. There are seemingly endless possibilities of woods, varnishes, luthiers, etc. to choose from....

Knowing how to play a musical instrument is an exciting prospect for most people, and many people dream of being musically inclined. However, man...

Why are there so many jokes about the viola? Those who are in the strings community and, to some degree, those in the world of instrumental music...

Having a good bow is one of the most important steps in achieving the quality experience that you desire while playing music. Not all bows are eq...

  Violins and violas are fairly loud for their size, and can do very well to fill up a room with sound when alone, or in an ensemble. However, th...