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Posted by Ben on November 8, 2010 at 12:42pm in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever

Hello Nation,

As some of you know, I am an instrumental music teacher in Maryland as well as a CBG builder and player. I have recently entered 3 videos in an Instructional Technology competition. They are representative of what I do as a music teacher. The first one is for use by parents, so that they can learn more about the instruments their children are interested in playing. The second one is for use by students so that they can have a refresher course when they get home. The third video is for use by other music teachers - I show how to fit a new violin bridge (some of you may find this interesting as well). This is a shameless plea for support from the Nation. Please follow the link below to the contest page. I am Entry #28. If it says the video is not found, just click on the weblink below it. PLEASE CAST YOUR VOTE FOR ME AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE!

Thanks everyone. I know I can count on you!

-Ben

 

http://sites.google.com/a/pgcps.org/digital-arts-contest/emerging-technologies-instructional

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  • Ben November 15, 2010 at 9:48am
    Which segment of the certificate would you like me to send you?


    Wes Yates said:
    SAAAAWEEEEET! I voted for ya too. Congrats Ben!

    Now where's my cut?

    -WY
  • Wes "I'm Baaaaack" Yates November 15, 2010 at 8:06am
    SAAAAWEEEEET! I voted for ya too. Congrats Ben!

    Now where's my cut?

    -WY
  • Dan Sleep November 14, 2010 at 11:02pm
    Woot!!!!
  • Doctor Steve November 14, 2010 at 10:29pm
    Hey, cool! Congrats Ben.
  • Ben November 14, 2010 at 9:07pm
    I won first prize in the beauty pageant! ...uh...I mean technology showcase...thanks to everyone who voted! It is really encouraging and has me fired up to do some more videos. Thanks again!
  • Ben November 11, 2010 at 5:49pm
    Steve,
    Thanks for the vote, and the bump!


    Doctor Steve said:
    Just voted for you Ben.
  • Doctor Steve November 11, 2010 at 4:45pm
    Just voted for you Ben.
  • Ben November 9, 2010 at 9:03am
    That's one of the reasons for the disclaimer at the beginning of the video. I don't want people to get the impression that you can watch a video and do what the masters do (I don't fall into that category). This will, however get you up and running fairly well. The method of using the pencil to draw the line will give an arc that is a little flatter than some classical violinists like, but I find that most fiddlers like it just fine.

    And yes...I am well aware of those videos...I don't think I'd try that even if I did have a sawzall...especially the second one!



    Diane in Chicago said:
    Yes to the soundpost video!

    Yes they are really opinionated, geeky fiddlers, some are also luthiers who no doubt would prefer the DIY crowd remain in awe of their superior skills -- which they have, don't get me wrong. I'm sure a bunch will appreciate seeing a fitting done live, though.

    Here is a vid you might have missed, fitting a bridge with a saw-zall:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1XXuo3hv6U
    and
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijfo8MpbAus&feature=mfu_in_order...






    Ben said:
    Feel free to link to it. If they're really geeky I'm sure they'll find something to dispute! (Although I did learn this method from a highly reputable luthier in the DC area - he works on National Philharmonic and Service Orchestra instruments). As for the sound post, one that fits well should be fine in this situation as long as you don't bang it around. Would you be interested in a "setting the sound post" video as well? I don't know how well it would turn out. Do me a favor and link to the voting page also and have them cast a vote for me!

    Diane in Chicago said:
    The fiitting the fiddle bridge was really helpful! Can I link that to my fiddle geek friends?

    Also, when you remove all the strings, how do you assure your sound post won't fall out of place?

    This is really timely -- I have a wonky bridge on a cheap fiddle, and was going to do it myself rather than spend $ on a proper fitting -- that would cost more than the fiddle is likely worth!
  • Diane in Chicago November 9, 2010 at 8:55am
    Yes to the soundpost video!

    Yes they are really opinionated, geeky fiddlers, some are also luthiers who no doubt would prefer the DIY crowd remain in awe of their superior skills -- which they have, don't get me wrong. I'm sure a bunch will appreciate seeing a fitting done live, though.

    Here is a vid you might have missed, fitting a bridge with a saw-zall:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1XXuo3hv6U
    and
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijfo8MpbAus&feature=mfu_in_order...






    Ben said:
    Feel free to link to it. If they're really geeky I'm sure they'll find something to dispute! (Although I did learn this method from a highly reputable luthier in the DC area - he works on National Philharmonic and Service Orchestra instruments). As for the sound post, one that fits well should be fine in this situation as long as you don't bang it around. Would you be interested in a "setting the sound post" video as well? I don't know how well it would turn out. Do me a favor and link to the voting page also and have them cast a vote for me!

    Diane in Chicago said:
    The fiitting the fiddle bridge was really helpful! Can I link that to my fiddle geek friends?

    Also, when you remove all the strings, how do you assure your sound post won't fall out of place?

    This is really timely -- I have a wonky bridge on a cheap fiddle, and was going to do it myself rather than spend $ on a proper fitting -- that would cost more than the fiddle is likely worth!
  • Ben November 9, 2010 at 8:34am
    Feel free to link to it. If they're really geeky I'm sure they'll find something to dispute! (Although I did learn this method from a highly reputable luthier in the DC area - he works on National Philharmonic and Service Orchestra instruments). As for the sound post, one that fits well should be fine in this situation as long as you don't bang it around. Would you be interested in a "setting the sound post" video as well? I don't know how well it would turn out. Do me a favor and link to the voting page also and have them cast a vote for me!

    Diane in Chicago said:
    The fiitting the fiddle bridge was really helpful! Can I link that to my fiddle geek friends?

    Also, when you remove all the strings, how do you assure your sound post won't fall out of place?

    This is really timely -- I have a wonky bridge on a cheap fiddle, and was going to do it myself rather than spend $ on a proper fitting -- that would cost more than the fiddle is likely worth!
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