Whether you aspire to be a violin virtuoso or the almighty leader of the orchestra, our handy cheat-sheet will save you years of hard work. So you've decided you want to be a violinist?

Your child begs and pleads to play the piano, the violin, [insert instrument]. So, you rent one and you sign her up for lessons. A week passes and she practices daily. Then it dwindles until it stops ...

When I was in elementary school, my mother signed me up for piano lessons. I would be lying if I said I enjoyed every minute of it; sometimes, it was an absolute nightmare playing a measure over and ...

With #100daysofpractice, the star violinist has drawn back the veil for professionals and amateurs alike on a private, untaught part of musical life. Hilary Hahn posts candid videos of her practicing ...