Yes! You have the right idea, but feet a tad wider, if you please. [ He gives one of her feet a gentle nudge with the toe of his shoe. ]
The next trick is maintaining a proper hold--it should be quite snug between the cheek and shoulder. [ He demonstrates on his own, arms raised and fingers wiggling in a "look! no hands!" gesture, while the instrument stays firmly in place. ] This way, your fingers are free to dance over the strings with wild abandon!
[ He runs his left hand up and down the neck with an illustrative flourish. Only at this point does it occur to him that a vital piece is missing. He turns left and right, violin still tucked under his chin. ] Now ... where have those animals put the bows?
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The next trick is maintaining a proper hold--it should be quite snug between the cheek and shoulder. [ He demonstrates on his own, arms raised and fingers wiggling in a "look! no hands!" gesture, while the instrument stays firmly in place. ] This way, your fingers are free to dance over the strings with wild abandon!
[ He runs his left hand up and down the neck with an illustrative flourish. Only at this point does it occur to him that a vital piece is missing. He turns left and right, violin still tucked under his chin. ] Now ... where have those animals put the bows?