How to Play Violin with Small Hands | Left Hand Frame Setup

If you have small hands, you probably have to make some accommodations to set up the left hand properly in 1st position for a reliable setup on the violin/viola. Here are 5 key elements for a reliable hand frame that will allow your left hand to be more relaxed and your pinky to feel more comfortable and consistent. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 1:55 - Arm alignment 3:03 - Optimize 3rd finger 3:55 - Thumb alignment 6:40 - Trick for rounder pinky 8:10 - Reaching back 8:45 - Contact with base of index 10:58 - Proportions & ROM 12:48 - Closing RELATED VIDEOS Left Hand Extensions: https://youtu.be/OtchG1PPJsM Left Hand Exercises for Beginners: https://youtu.be/NLbGaJjM7g4 🔸BI-MONTHLY NEWSLETTER: Subscribers get highlights of my blog & videos, and exclusive resources from time to time. FREE Practice Plan PDF upon signing up. 🎉SIGN UP HERE: ➡ https://www.violinna.live/newsletter/ WHO AM I? Inna Langerman •Violin teacher •Chamber music coach •Assistant concertmaster at Manhattan Opera Studio •Section violinist at New Amsterdam Opera •Owner/CEO of Violinna | Violinna Live Academy 🔸WOULD YOU LIKE A FREE 30-MINUTE TRIAL LESSON/CONSULTATION? Email me at [email protected] or send a DM on Facebook. 🎤YOUTUBE GEAR🎤 Lavalier: https://amzn.to/3u9QEEW Blue Yeti: https://amzn.to/3t6i9O0 AT4040 Cardioid Condenser: https://amzn.to/2RcGuVa Selfie Ring Light & Phone Holder: https://amzn.to/3gTEewW 🎼MUSIC GEAR🎼 My Rosin: https://amzn.to/3te9ARH Stand Light: https://amzn.to/3e4yLl5 Pencil Holder: https://amzn.to/3323w3W Music Clips: https://amzn.to/3xBpKaX FOLLOW FOR MORE⬇️ 🔹Website: https://www.violinna.live​ 🔹Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/violinna​ 🔹Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/violinnamusic​ 🔹Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/violinna LEGAL DISCLAIMER Some links found in my video's description are affiliate links. This means that if you click and decide to make a purchase, I might make a small commission; however, it's at no extra cost to you, and it's another way you can help support me and my channel! I only ever recommend tools that I personally trust, use, and tested myself.