Thursday, Practiced 2 hours!

I got 2 hours in today! Yeah!! I went to the Violin Shop today to help a student of mine pick out a new violin. I picked up a new shoulder pad for myself. It is an Everest with wood detail. I tried it out today and boy did it make a difference. I had been playing on an old shoulder pad that was falling apart and the legs were getting loose. My sound was different and I had more control and even my bow sounded better. Amazing! Who would think a shoulder pad would have that much affect on my violin sound! I am so happy I finally got it. I practiced 40 minutes today on Scales and technique and the rest of the time on the Rondo (Saint Saens). It sounded better. The last page is improving! I practiced with metronome. Last page at 60 is getting easier but I'm still going to keep it there until its very solid. My shifts are a little better today. I noticed if I use less pressure on the spicatto up bow, it is easier on the first page.

Wonderful day! I am thankful!! Yeah!