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In your search for violins, find out how long the stores or dealers have been in business, what their hours are, what their product line entails, what their availability is, whether they offer tuning services, and rent vs. buy vs. lease options. Get written quotes and prices for all products you are considering, whether you buy, rent or lease. Inquire as to what type of violins are available and what other musical instruments and accessories the store, shop or business sells, such as cello, string, amp, bow, case, violas, piano, and electric guitar. Inquire if the business also offers violin lessons. If so, you can learn all there is to know about the violin, including the terminology, such as double stop, drone, tuner, range, bout, pegbox, neck, fingerboard, chinrest, waist, tailpiece and scroll. If buying in store, keep in mind that the violin model you want may not be in stock and may have to be ordered before you can play it. If the items you need are not currently in stock, ask when and if you can get your desired violin. When choosing a violin, research the various types of violins on the market today, comparing durability, style, and price. Online, you can find reviews, prices, photos, styles and brands. If you would like to take violin lessons at a school, look in your local newspaper or in online directories for such schools advertising beginner or advanced lessons. To find violin dealers or stores near you, look up a few and check out the physical locations of the companies. Make sure the store is well maintained and clean, and find out if the company is a national chain or locally owned. Keep in mind the company’s hours, availability, price, and musical instrument selection.
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