Learn time-honored techniques for comfort and control.
There's a lot that goes into musicality and freedom of expression on the violin…and doing it all while avoiding injury and strain.
That’s where the exercises and theories of renowned violin pedagogue D.C. Dounis come in. Prizewinning violinist Nancy Zhou demonstrates Dounis’ pathways to a well-trained left hand, including finger independence, hand position, posture, and more — enabling violinists of all experience levels to play with greater comfort, finesse, and control.

Learn how to refine your posture for better mobility in your playing.

Understand the key “hand frames” that will give you greater fingerboard range.

Master the ergonomic adjustments that will help you express yourself fully.