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Struggling with your first violin note? 🎻

You’re not alone — even the legendary Ilaiyaraaja sir once said it can take up to 6 months just to get that first note right. But with the right fundamentals, you can get there faster.

In this episode, Jagan breaks down the 4 pillars of your first note on the D string:

1️⃣ Point of Contact – Find the sweet spot between bridge and fingerboard
2️⃣ Bow Angle – Keep it consistent through the entire stroke
3️⃣ Path of the Bow – Stay on track, no deviation
4️⃣ Elbow Movement – It’s the lower elbow, not the shoulder!

Save this for your next practice session 🙌

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