Adapting vibrato techniques for different types of folk music on the violin can be a lot of fun! Here are some easy ideas I’ve found helpful:
Vibrato Style: In Celtic music, a wider and slower vibrato adds more feelings to the music. On the other hand, in Eastern European folk styles, a quicker and narrower vibrato makes things sound lively and exciting.
When to Use It: I like to use vibrato to highlight special notes or parts of the song. For example, in an Irish jig, a more natural-sounding vibrato fits well. But for a Polish or Gypsy song, a more bold and dramatic vibrato can really make an impact.
Mixing with Shifting: Shifting, or moving between notes, can work well with your vibrato. Smooth shifts make ballads sound beautiful, while sharp shifts help keep the rhythm in dance music.
Trying out these different styles has helped me understand folk music better and made my playing even more enjoyable!
Adapting vibrato techniques for different types of folk music on the violin can be a lot of fun! Here are some easy ideas I’ve found helpful:
Vibrato Style: In Celtic music, a wider and slower vibrato adds more feelings to the music. On the other hand, in Eastern European folk styles, a quicker and narrower vibrato makes things sound lively and exciting.
When to Use It: I like to use vibrato to highlight special notes or parts of the song. For example, in an Irish jig, a more natural-sounding vibrato fits well. But for a Polish or Gypsy song, a more bold and dramatic vibrato can really make an impact.
Mixing with Shifting: Shifting, or moving between notes, can work well with your vibrato. Smooth shifts make ballads sound beautiful, while sharp shifts help keep the rhythm in dance music.
Trying out these different styles has helped me understand folk music better and made my playing even more enjoyable!