Instrument Care
Humidity/ temperature change steps you should take to protect your instrument
String basics and how often to replace them
Bow basics and hair replacement
The instrument bridge and proper care and alignment
The fingerboard-dirt, arch protectors, and maintenance of it
Problem solving a pesky peg
Fine tuner adjustment
Other instrument adjustments
Structural damage from changes in humidity and temperature
Repairing open seams because of instrument expansion and contraction
Advise on cleaning your instrument
Further information
See Peter Zaret's excellent set of articles on caring for and purchasing stringed instruments and bows.
http://www.zaretandsonsviolins.com/articles.html
Latoya Lamons
Director
Orchestra Room
Voice Mail
(703) 799-6225
LCLamonsSloc@fcps.edu
Carl Sandburg Middle School
Orchestras
Alexandria, VA
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The Carl Sandburg
Orchestra Boosters