Hey Ben, I was wondering what your opinion was on Helicore strings, these are the strings I'm ordering and I wanted to know if they're good for playing.
If there not, then could you do a video on what strings to buy.
Much is obliged.
From: Ben C
Thu, 07/08/10 12:02pm
A lot of you have been asking me about help with specific techniques on the violin. Please do a search on the videos page of ChamberHymns to see if the technique has already been covered before asking about it -- there are over 200 videos in ChamberHymns now, so chances are there's at least one that already addresses your question. Good luck!
From: Ben C
Thu, 07/08/10 11:31am
Thanks for all of the continued support! It's great to hear that many of you are rekindling your desires to play violin. Keep up the great work!
You can vocalize here or else send our Sales department an email to claim your 1,000 VP for buying a CD. I'll get you taken care of, Rosalee!
From: Adrian Y.
Thu, 07/08/10 11:01am
I want to buy or order the " Chan Brothers" CD but I don't know how, Because I'm here in Philippines so I don't know the process to buy.
I bought your CDs but don't know how to claim my 1000 points. (Not very good at computers yet.)
From: Esteban A.
Sun, 07/04/10 12:53am
By the way Ben, your Gavotte in G minor video really helped me earlier this year for my solo/ensemble contest and I got a 2. Thank you for posting all these helpful videos. Also, to Sandra C, it's possible to reach grade 3 in 7 months. Some of my classmates at school who had never played before were doing grade 3 music. It all depends on how much time and how hard you are willing to practice. I hope this was useful and good luck
From: Esteban A.
Sun, 07/04/10 12:30am
Hello, I have been playing violin seriously for about a year now after having not played for 6 years. Prior to that I played in 4th and 5th grade but that was pretty much only the basics. I am an incoming senior and I want to play in college but I am not sure if I will be good enough for that. Currently my teacher has me learning Concerto No. 5 1st movement by F. Seitz, is that good?
From: Cynthia M.
Sat, 07/03/10 4:29pm
Hey Ben!! I saw all your vibrato videos, and I'm trying to work on wrist/hand vibrato. But my hand is so stiff and I can't do it. Is there any way to loosen it up? I hope you can reply to this and thanks!!
Hi Ben, I am just wondering if it is good if a beginner learning violin at the age of 15 this year 2010 and also be able to get to Grade 3 in about 7 months. Some replied saying it is fast but then I want to know the truth.
From: tom w
Fri, 07/02/10 7:45pm
heya there ben and folks, i have been a massive fan of ur work for er about 2 years now and personally played the violin for about 14 years, still following u massivally and probally wont get to ur standard for a long time yet :L just thought having only recently made the jump to chamberhymns's that i would drop u a line, thanx for all the hard and beautiful work and keep it all up :) tom
From: Don L.
Thu, 07/01/10 12:04am
Just wanted to say thank you! Your playing has been inspirational and the videos a great help. I have just started playing again after laying down my violin more than 40 years ago. Music has always been a big part of my life and having the violin in my hands again feels great. My playing may never reach your level but I'm having a great time trying. Thanks!
Thank you for your time and effort in creating and uploading your videos. Inspires me to practice to play like you pros. Your videos are really a great help. I can now play He's a Pirate though not perfect yet. Thanks for letting us know about Adam DeGraff's challenge (his you tube videos together with yours inspired me to start learning how to play the violin just this April). I'm a super beginner but I am very interested to learn to play Sweet Child O' Mine, even if I don't learn it in ti
From: CELL
Mon, 06/28/10 1:48am
Hello, I was wondering if there are any helpful techniques for reading the "eighths" and the other smaller notes. I just happen to get lost when there are to many of them...plz some help me...Also fast shifting on fingers for notes... thanks in advance
From: jose soto
Sat, 06/26/10 6:54pm
hi i don't speak english
From: Lily H.
Fri, 06/25/10 6:42pm
Ok, so I love it when I can get my hands on any sheet music -- whether it be for viola (which i play) or not. So this was a great way for to get some! :) I think you're an amazing violinist and glad for the vibrato lessons you've posted! I was having a hard time with hand/wrist vibrato and you're videos have really helped me! Thanks
From: Cynthia M.
Mon, 06/21/10 10:46pm
Hey Mr.Chan!! Other than you just being an outstanding violinist, but a trustworthy person. I can see that in your eyes. Anyways, when I enter my home page at this site, all the boxes are still checked from a couple of days that I checked. Usually, everyday, the boxes are being unchecked. I just wanted to let you know that maybe this is a glitch. If you know the solution to this maybe you can tell me why, and I'll be more than happy.
THANKS!!!
From: Nicci M.
Mon, 06/21/10 12:41am
You are wonderful at the violin and you have an amazing ear. Thanks for the tutorial videos and sheet music. They are very helpful.
From: carlos q.
Fri, 06/18/10 10:56pm
hey i heard that you serve a mission. i was wondering were did u serve. i play viola, and violin and i a member of the church of Jesus Christ of later day saints also. i like your music. i wish that i could play with you in the temple square orchestra some day it will be a pleasure to meet you. keep up the good works.
From: Des L.
Thu, 06/17/10 6:02am
Greetings Ben! Hello, I hope you're doing fine and with good health of course. I appreciate all the things you've done especially the video tutorials. ^_^ I've learned a lot. I also thank God for a person like you, hope you'll continue inspiring people! God Bless ♥
