How to Play Violin with Small Hands | Left Hand Frame Setup

If you have small hands, you probably have to make some accommodations to set up the left hand properly in 1st position for a reliable setup on the violin/viola. Here are 5 key elements for a reliable hand frame that will allow your left hand to be more relaxed and your pinky to feel more comfortable and consistent.

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
1:55 - Arm alignment
3:03 - Optimize 3rd finger
3:55 - Thumb alignment
6:40 - Trick for rounder pinky
8:10 - Reaching back
8:45 - Contact with base of index
10:58 - Proportions & ROM
12:48 - Closing

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