Violin Method for Beginners — Book 1 Worksheet (Jamie Chimchirian) | Printable Practice Plan for 15‑Year‑Old Beginners

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Instructions

This worksheet is designed to review the fundamental concepts from the beginning of your violin journey. Read each section carefully and answer the questions to the best of your ability. Good luck!

Part 1: Anatomy of the Violin & Bow

Match the name of the part from the Word Bank to its correct description below. Write the letter of the correct description next to the term.

Terms
  1. Frog: ___
  2. Bridge: ___
  3. Scroll: ___
  4. Fine Tuners: ___
  5. F-Holes: ___
  6. Fingerboard: ___
  7. Bow Hair: ___
  8. Chin Rest: ___
 Descriptions
  • A. The decorative, carved end of the violin's neck.
  • B. The part of the bow that you hold, located at the end opposite the tip.
  • C. The long, black strip of wood on the neck where you place your fingers.
  • D. The part of the violin where you place your jaw, helping you hold the instrument.
  • E. Two sound holes carved into the top of the violin, shaped like the letter 'f'.
  • F. Small screws on the tailpiece used for making small pitch adjustments to the strings.
  • G. A small, carved piece of wood that holds the strings up over the body of the violin.
  • H. Usually made from horsehair, these are the fibers that are drawn across the strings to produce sound.

Part 2: Musical Terminology

Match the musical term on the left with its correct definition on the right.

Term
  1. Arco: ___
  2. Pizzicato (pizz.): ___
  3. Treble Clef: ___
  4. Staff: ___
  5. Down Bow: ___
  6. Open String: ___
 Definition
  • A. The five lines and four spaces upon which music is written.
  • B. A symbol at the beginning of the staff that identifies the note names, also known as the G-clef.
  • C. To play a string without pressing any fingers down on the fingerboard.
  • D. To play with the bow.
  • E. A symbol indicating you should pull the bow, moving from the frog towards the tip.
  • F. To pluck the string with your finger.

Part 3: Music Theory Basics

Fill in the blanks and identify the notes on the staff.

  1. In 4/4 time, a whole note receives ________ beats.
  2. In 4/4 time, a half note receives ________ beats.
  3. In 4/4 time, a quarter note receives ________ beats.
  4. The four open strings of the violin, from lowest pitch to highest, are: ____, ____, ____, and ____.
  5. Note Identification: Identify the name of the note shown on the Treble Clef staff.
    • a. The note on the second line from the bottom: ________
    • b. The note in the second space from the bottom: ________
    • c. The note on the fourth line from the bottom: ________
    • d. The note in the third space from the bottom: ________

Part 4: Short Answer

Answer the following questions in one or two complete sentences.

  1. Why is it important to have good posture (sitting or standing up straight) when playing the violin?

  2. Describe the difference in sound you would expect between playing a note pizzicato versus playing the same note arco.



Answer Key

Part 1: Anatomy of the Violin & Bow

  1. Frog: B
  2. Bridge: G
  3. Scroll: A
  4. Fine Tuners: F
  5. F-Holes: E
  6. Fingerboard: C
  7. Bow Hair: H
  8. Chin Rest: D

Part 2: Musical Terminology

  1. Arco: D
  2. Pizzicato (pizz.): F
  3. Treble Clef: B
  4. Staff: A
  5. Down Bow: E
  6. Open String: C

Part 3: Music Theory Basics

  1. In 4/4 time, a whole note receives 4 beats.
  2. In 4/4 time, a half note receives 2 beats.
  3. In 4/4 time, a quarter note receives 1 beat.
  4. The four open strings of the violin, from lowest pitch to highest, are: G, D, A, and E.
  5. Note Identification:
    • a. The note on the second line from the bottom: G
    • b. The note in the second space from the bottom: A
    • c. The note on the fourth line from the bottom: D
    • d. The note in the third space from the bottom: C

Part 4: Short Answer

(Answers may vary but should contain the following ideas.)

  1. Good posture is important because it prevents physical strain or injury, allows for better breathing, and enables freer movement of the arms and hands, which leads to better tone and technique.
  2. A note played pizzicato (plucked) will have a short, percussive sound, like a small pop. The same note played arco (with the bow) will have a sustained, resonant sound that can be held for a longer duration.
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