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  1. My Customer-Focused Business Runs on RI, "Rhiannon Intelligence"

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    Robots and AI Can't Compete with an Expert Artist As Your Violin Guide at Fiddleheads

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  2. Match-Making: My Experience as the Violin Cupid

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    I have assisted countless violinists and violists of all skill levels trying out my instruments since the early 2000s. Over 92% of the trials are successful, resulting in elated customers who now have the right instrument for their budget and needs.

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  3. Be Your Own Teacher

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    Advice from a Self-Taught Symphony Violinist

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  4. The Dark Side of the Violin Trade: Crooked Luthiers, Greedy Salesmen & Other Creepy Creatures Exposed

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    Watch out for fake labels, convincing replicas and other sleazy practices. Originally Published July 21, 2006; Updated April 2021.

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  5. Instrument Purchasing for Newbies

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    A respected symphony violinist/music teacher/violin shop owner sheds light on the delicate issue of purchasing a violin or other stringed instrument

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  6. Can You Spot the Fiddle From the Violins?

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    Test your violin and fiddle knowledge here!

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  7. Q&A: How Do I Fit My Bon Musica Shoulder Rest?

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    This advice is useful for adjusting a violin or viola Bon Musica shoulder rest and applies to all sizes and for all players.

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  8. Neck and Shoulder Problems? Give it a Rest!

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    Fiddleheads' Owner explains the necessity in using three devices recommended to supporting our violin hold (Chin Rest, Padding, Shoulder Rest) for better support and to minimize discomfort or even pain as you play.

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  9. Q&A: How Can You Match the Right Violin to the Customer Every Time?

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    Ask Rhiannon Series: The unique abilities and knowledge behind being a violin match-maker

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  10. Q&A: Why is there no stain or paint on my violin's neck?

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    Ask Rhiannon Series: Explaining why violin necks are not stained and varnished the same a the body and scroll

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