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String instrument resources to help you learn, play and perform!

The Sydney String Centre, Libby Glanville

What Is A Professional String Instrument Setup?

For string instruments to sound great and function properly, it is essential that they are setup by a trained Luthier (violin maker/repairer). A professional setup involves making adjustments to the b...

Apr 1, 2022

The Sydney String Centre, Libby Glanville

Wet Weather Care For String Instruments

High humidity can wreak havoc on string instruments, however there are simple things you can do to keep your instrument safe & dry. If you're living in NSW or QLD at the moment, chances are you've exp...

Accessories Advanced Cello Advanced Double Bass Advanced Viola Advanced Violin Professional Professional Cello Professional Double Bass Professional Violin

Mar 11, 2022

The Sydney String Centre, Libby Glanville

Beginner Violin Buying Guide

Looking to purchase your first violin but don't know a thing about string instruments? Not to worry! We're here to give you the 101 on what you should be looking for to ensure you're getting a good qu...

Beginner Violin Buying a Violin Violin

Mar 4, 2022

The Sydney String Centre, Libby Glanville

5 Essential Double Bass Accessories For Beginners

Below are our top 5 essential accessories for those who are about to start learning the bass! ** Shop all double bass accessories [1] 1. Double Bass Rosin Rosin creates friction between the...

Accessories Beginner Double Bass

Jan 20, 2022

The Sydney String Centre, Libby Glanville

What Size Double Bass Do I Need?

In this video, Doug demonstrates how we size players up for a Double Bass in-store. * *...

Beginner Double Bass Double Bass Sizing

Jan 20, 2022

The Sydney String Centre, Libby Glanville

Our Roadmap Viola Playing Success

Getting started playing the viola may seem daunting but it doesn’t have to be! ** After serving the string community for over 30 years, we have observed that there are 5 key things that all successfu...

Beginner Viola Intermediate Viola Viola

Jan 20, 2022

The Sydney String Centre, Libby Glanville

Why Do String Instruments Require Regular Servicing?

Like many things with moving parts (a car for example), violins, violas, cellos and basses need regular servicing and maintenance to keep them in good playing condition. ** String instruments are quit...

Beginner Beginner Cello Beginner Double Bass Beginner Viola Beginner Violin Workshop

Jan 20, 2022

The Sydney String Centre, Libby Glanville

5 Essential Viola Accessories For Beginners

Below are our top 5 essential accessories for those who are about to start learning viola! ** Looking for some help with finger placement, forming the perfect bow hold or bow placement on the strings?...

Accessories Beginner Viola Viola

Jan 14, 2022

The Sydney String Centre, Libby Glanville

What Size Viola Do I Need?

Playing on the correct size viola is crucial to a players development and directly affects their ability to learn and have fun playing the viola. This is why, at The Sydney String Centre, we always st...

Beginner Viola Intermediate Viola Sizing Viola

Jan 13, 2022

The Sydney String Centre, Libby Glanville

How To Size An Adult For The Viola

Playing on the correct size viola is crucial to a players development and directly affects their ability to learn and have fun playing the viola. This is why, at the Sydney String Centre, we always st...

Beginner Viola Intermediate Viola Viola

Nov 4, 2021

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Our Top 3 Tips For Switching From Violin To Viola

When first choosing what string instrument to play, many people gravitate towards the violin and cello. It’s easy to see why, with the violin often playing the melody and it being the smallest so it’s...

Advanced Viola Beginner Viola Intermediate Viola Viola

Nov 4, 2021

The Sydney String Centre, Libby Glanville

Which Violin Case Should I Buy?

When it comes to violin cases, there is an abundance of choice out there and it can be difficult to know where to start! At The Sydney String Centre, we find that customers love having this choice, bu...

Advanced Violin Beginner Violin Intermediate Violin Professional Violin

Sep 29, 2021

[511071] Dehumidifier - M.U.D. (GOES INTO CASE. TAKES MOISTURE AWAY)

M.U.D Dehumidifier

$ 36.50

[403502] Cello Case - Kreisler 'Pod' Case With Wheels 3/4

Kreisler Pod Cello Case with Wheels 3/4

$ 400.00

[A1-RC418R] Rain Cover - Artino Violin, Red, Oblong

Artino Oblong Violin Case Rain Cover Red

$ 90.00

[A1-RC318O] Rain Cover - Artino Violin, Orange, Arrow

Artino Arrow Violin Case Rain Cover Orange

$ 90.00

Umbrella - black with silver notes & clefs & a keyboard border. Slim black handle.

$ 33.95

[70113032] UMBRELLA-White W/ Black MUSIC NOTES Large UMBRELLA

Umbrella White with Black Notes.

$ 43.95

Umbrella

$ 43.95

Mini Umbrella - Black & White Piano Design - Unisex

$ 38.95

[A1-RC550B] Rain Cover - Artino Cello, Black, Arrow

Artino Arrow Cello Case Rain Cover Black

$ 188.00

[A1-RC418B] Rain Cover - Artino Violin, Black, Oblong

Artino Oblong Violin Case Rain Cover Black

$ 90.00

[A1-RC318B] Rain Cover - Artino Violin, Black, Arrow

Artino Arrow Violin Case Rain Cover Black

$ 90.00

[T1-PC111] Cleaning Cloth - Tido Microfibre Polishing Cloth

Tido Microfibre Cleaning Cloth

$ 9.00

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