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Newest ones are at the top!
Newest ones are at the top!
Bad Joke from Abbie
Q) Why was the orchestra's behavior so bad?
A) Because they couldn't conduct themselves!
Bad Joke from Maya
Q) Why didn’t the skeleton the road?
A) Because he didn’t have the guts.
Bad Joke from Joseph
Want to hear a joke about staccato?
Never mind, it's too short.
Bad Joke from Julia
When lightning strikes an orchestra, who gets hit first?
The conductor! (sorry Maestro)
Bad Joke from Abbie
Q: What time does a clock strike thirteen?
A: Time to get the clock fixed!
Bad Joke from Billie
You don't need a parachute to go skydiving.
You need a parachute to go skydiving twice!
Bad Joke from Julia
Two guys walk into a bank wearing masks. Everyone looks scared, and then they take out guns...and everyone looks relieved. "Oh, thank god, it's a robbery!"
Bad Joke from Isabella
Q) What did the big flower say to the little flower?
A) Hi, Bud!
Bad Joke from Ashby
Q) How do you make a hot dog stand?
A) You take away its chair!
Bad Joke from Steve
Frank said to the violinist, "You are amazing! How do you play so well?"
"Practice," said the violinist.
"It must be an innate gift," says Frank
"Practice," said the violinist.
Frank: "I'll never understand how some people are so talented... a mystery!"
"PRACTICE" said the violinist!
Bad Joke from Steve
A tourist from New York was staying in Houston. He asked a Texan: "what's the quickest way to the post office?"
"Are ya walkin' or are ya drivin'?" asked the Texan.
"Driving," said the New Yorker.
The Texan said: "Well, that's the fastest way…"
Bad Joke #3 From Lexi
I would have worn camouflage - but I couldn't find it!
Bad joke from Zach
A snail bought a car that had an "S" on the door: It wanted people to say "Look at that S car go!" (Escargot in French = snail)
Bad joke from Cameron
Q) What did one wall say to the other wall?
A) I'll meet you in the corner!
Q) Why was the orchestra's behavior so bad?
A) Because they couldn't conduct themselves!
Bad Joke from Maya
Q) Why didn’t the skeleton the road?
A) Because he didn’t have the guts.
Bad Joke from Joseph
Want to hear a joke about staccato?
Never mind, it's too short.
Bad Joke from Julia
When lightning strikes an orchestra, who gets hit first?
The conductor! (sorry Maestro)
Bad Joke from Abbie
Q: What time does a clock strike thirteen?
A: Time to get the clock fixed!
Bad Joke from Billie
You don't need a parachute to go skydiving.
You need a parachute to go skydiving twice!
Bad Joke from Julia
Two guys walk into a bank wearing masks. Everyone looks scared, and then they take out guns...and everyone looks relieved. "Oh, thank god, it's a robbery!"
Bad Joke from Isabella
Q) What did the big flower say to the little flower?
A) Hi, Bud!
Bad Joke from Ashby
Q) How do you make a hot dog stand?
A) You take away its chair!
Bad Joke from Steve
Frank said to the violinist, "You are amazing! How do you play so well?"
"Practice," said the violinist.
"It must be an innate gift," says Frank
"Practice," said the violinist.
Frank: "I'll never understand how some people are so talented... a mystery!"
"PRACTICE" said the violinist!
Bad Joke from Steve
A tourist from New York was staying in Houston. He asked a Texan: "what's the quickest way to the post office?"
"Are ya walkin' or are ya drivin'?" asked the Texan.
"Driving," said the New Yorker.
The Texan said: "Well, that's the fastest way…"
Bad Joke #3 From Lexi
I would have worn camouflage - but I couldn't find it!
Bad joke from Zach
A snail bought a car that had an "S" on the door: It wanted people to say "Look at that S car go!" (Escargot in French = snail)
Bad joke from Cameron
Q) What did one wall say to the other wall?
A) I'll meet you in the corner!
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R o s i n : A to Z
Rosin: A to Z
No accessory is more important than violin rosin. Rosin creates friction between the bow’s horsehair and the strings of an instrument, causing the strings to vibrate more clearly. In essence, it allows the bow to “grip” the strings. Without rosin, you won’t hear much sound at all.
There are different types of rosin, and each will produce different sound qualities. For example, using a lighter rosin might work well for a violin or viola, but will be too light for a cello or bass. Thus, understanding how rosin is made will help you choose the right rosin for your particular instrument and climate.
From Resin to Rosin
Rosin is a solid form of resin, which is a sticky, sap-like substance that comes from trees such as pine, fir, and cedar, or other conifers such as spruce and larch, sometimes a mixture of multiple saps. Resin is collected through a process known as tapping, which is when sap exits the tree through a hole placed in the outer bark. Once collected, the resin is heated and purified until it can become solid when cooled. Sometimes additional ingredients such as beeswax, turpentine, or gold flakes are added, which enhance the gripping ability of the bow and thereby the sound quality of the instrument.
Types of Rosin
There are three basic types of tree rosin – light, amber, and dark. But because specific instruments require different types of rosin, not all rosin is created equally. For example, light-hued rosin is less dense and sticky and is most often used by violinists and violists. Medium and dark-hued rosins, which are softer and tackier to the touch, work better for cellists and bass players. Lighter and darker rosin can also be chosen because of general climate conditions. A dry climate might require dark rosin, and a more humid environment could require lighter rosin. Furthermore, each manufacturer has its own process and recipe — and they closely guard their recipe as an important piece of corporate intellectual property.
Rosin – shelf life
Rosin does get old and loses its effectiveness as the chemical properties change with exposure to air and light. Violin/viola rosin typically lasts between six months and two years, depending on usage and quality, with most players recommending replacing it roughly every six to eight months as it can dry out and become less effective over time; signs of old rosin include a dry, powdery surface and a lack of grip on the bow hair.
Practical advice:
Quality matters: Higher quality rosin generally lasts longer than cheaper options.
Playing frequency: Frequent playing will deplete rosin on the bow faster.
Storage: Store rosin in a cool, dry place to prevent drying out.
Check for signs of wear: If your bow slips excessively or the sound quality is noticeably diminished, it might be time to replace your rosin.